Rethymno banks on conference tourism to fight the off-season slump. With Theartemis Palace’s new conference center, the city keeps hotels open well into November.
Crete
Chania’s Lake Agia Faces Ecological Crisis Amid Water Shortage Concerns
Authorities in Chania reported record-low levels at Lake Agia, threatening the Natura 2000 wetland, local agriculture, and eco-tourism.
Sweating for Civilization: The Queues at Knossos
Thousands queue under Crete’s blazing sun to enter Knossos. Heat, sweat, and long waits turn the Minoan palace into a test of endurance—and devotion.
Nikos Viskadourakis Brings ‘Mr. Hyde in Front of His Mirror’ to Heraklion
From August 28 to October 15, 2025, Nikos Viskadourakis presents his latest exhibition, ‘Mr. Hyde in Front of His Mirror’ at the Basilica of St. Mark in Heraklion.
Tourists Arrested at Crete Airports After Smoking on Tarmac and Drunken Outburst
August 26, 2025 saw two Germans lighting cigarettes on the Heraklion runway and a Swedish tourist causing a drunken scene in Chania, leading to arrests and delays.
Heraklion Joins Call to Protect Papoura Hill’s Minoan Monument
Heraklion’s municipal council backed Minoa Pediada and the Region of Crete in their demand to protect the Papoura Hill Minoan monument from radar installation.
Kounavi Hosts Two-Day Festival of Arts
On August 30–31, 2025, Kounavi village in Crete hosts a two-day cultural festival with concerts, theatre, visual arts, and a reenactment of Asia Minor daily life. Free entry.
MS Allura Makes First Call at Heraklion Port
Oceania Cruises’ new luxury ship MS Allura, with capacity for 1,200 passengers, docked in Heraklion for the first time on August 22, 2025.
Chania Tourism Faces Crowds, Parking Chaos, and Failing Infrastructure
A 2025 survey shows 6 in 10 foreign visitors come to Western Crete for the first time. Despite higher spending power, tourists complain about poor roads, parking shortages, and overcrowding in Chania.
Heraklion’s Candia Walls Festival Returns with 40+ Events
From August 30 to September 10, 2025, Heraklion hosts the 2nd Candia Walls Festival with over 40 cultural events.
Crete Battles Olive Fly Infestation and Drought
Olive growers in Heraklion face major losses in 2025 as the olive fly and drought wreak havoc.
Heraklion Airport Shatters Records
Crete’s Heraklion Airport sees record-breaking passenger traffic. With 6+ million arrivals, Germans and Brits lead the pack, while hotel staff warn of exhaustion.
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