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Heraklion Launches Followgreen ‘Recycling Backpack’ Mission with Cash Prizes for Students

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Followgreen platform unveiled a new “Green Mission” urging students to recycle old school supplies—with the chance to win a €250 voucher.

3 months ago

Heraklion Coordinates Pan-European Sustainable Tourism Network

Manuel Santos

Heraklion hosted a pan-European meeting on sustainable tourism. The city, as “Action Leader,” promises guidance on certifications, SMEs, and policy links.

3 months ago

Krasi Plans a Cultural Makeover

Victoria Udrea

Krasi plans a cultural makeover for the ancient plane tree, the House of Literature, and the Polykentro, aiming to become a vibrant hub.

3 months ago

Tzitziki Cicadas Create Crete’s Loudest Summer Soundtrack

Manuel Santos

Crete’s tzitziki cicadas once again dominate the island’s soundscape—loved, hated, and impossible to ignore, they remain the true anthem of Greek summer.

3 months ago

Why Cretan Herbs Are a National Treasure

Victoria Udrea

Cretan herbs stand out as a natural and cultural treasure, linking Greece’s biodiversity, health traditions, and tourism with global interest.

3 months ago

Sternes Cave in Crete’s White Mountains Gains International Recognition

Manuel Santos

The Sternes Cave and peak in Crete’s White Mountains emerge as natural landmarks, combining speleology, hiking, and panoramic views across the island.

3 months ago

Crete Tourism Bus Owners Condemn Road Blockades Over Farmer Protests

Iorgos Pappas

Crete’s tourism bus operators denounce farmer roadblocks on the VOAK, warning of chaos, reputational damage, and a blow to the island’s tourism image.

3 months ago

Crete Gridlocked as Farmers’ Protests Leave 500 Tourists Stranded

Iorgos Pappas

Roadblocks by Cretan farmers on the VOAK left 500 tourists without flights. Tourism bodies warn of “irreparable damage” to Crete’s global image.

3 months ago

Tornos News Reports Record Revenues and Arrivals for Crete

Iorgos Pappas

According to Tornos News, Crete leads Greek tourism with 3 million international arrivals and record hotel revenues, despite Airbnb oversupply.

3 months ago

Crete Leads Greece in Summer Arrivals as Cyclades See Decline

Iorgos Pappas

Crete welcomed 3 million international arrivals, topping all Greek islands. Rhodes, Kos, the Ionian Islands, and Thessaloniki posted gains, while Santorini saw a sharp drop.

3 months ago

Planning My Crete Wedding from Abroad: How Local Food and Wine Led to Authenticity

Argophilia Travel News

by Christina from Your Greek Wedding Guide I was sitting on the patio at Manousakis Winery in Crete, twirling a glass of Moschato Spinas as the mountains shone golden in the afternoon sun. I had this unusual moment of realization. For one, it’s unlikely that any of the wineries we visited would become our eventual […]

3 months ago

Greek Hotels Lead Europe in Revenue per Room This Summer

Kostas Raptis

Greek hotels posted Europe’s highest RevPAR at €216.8, driven by soaring rates despite lower occupancy, outpacing Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

3 months ago

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Crete Farmers Occupy the Heraklion Airport for 19 Hours

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Crete farmers staged a 19-hour occupation of Heraklion Airport, protesting subsidy cuts and demanding fair distribution for Natura land.

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Souda Port Under Strict Security for Israeli Cruise Passengers

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Souda Port saw unprecedented police measures on Tuesday to ensure the safe transit of Israeli cruise passengers.

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Tornado Ravages Olive Groves in Zakros

2025-12-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A sudden tornado in Zakros devastated olive groves, uprooted buildings, and left more than 1,000 trees damaged, with full recovery expected to take up to 15 years.

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Farmers Face Off With Police at Heraklion Airport as Protests Escalate Across Greece

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Tense scenes outside Heraklion Airport as farmers clash with police during nationwide protests over subsidies and rising costs.

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The Reduction of Hospitality Studies from 4 to 3 Years Sparks Backlash in Crete

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete warns that cutting ASTE studies undermines tourism training, pushes hotels toward cheap foreign labour, and threatens the sector’s long-term quality and workforce stability.

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