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Walk Under the 65% Moon in Palaiochora with the 22nd Popular Health Road 2026

Manuel Santos

Palaiochora hosts a 5km night walk on April 25, celebrating health, community, and the unique luminosity of a 65% full moon.

6 days ago

Is the Middle East Conflict Cooling Greece’s Tourism Heat?

Kostas Raptis

Greek MP warns tourism is drifting as Middle East tensions hit bookings and raise safety concerns.

6 days ago

A.E.S. Aiolos Karate Shines at Panhellenic Youth Karate Championship

Phil Butler

Last month, on March 21st and 22nd, the Panhellenic Youth Karate Championship (Πανελλήνιο Πρωτάθλημα Παιδων – Κορασίδων) took place in Lavrio, Greece. This prestigious event, organized by the Hellenic Karate Federation (Ελληνική Ομοσπονδία Karate) and hosted by the Municipality of Lavreotiki (ΔΗΜΟΣ ΛΑΥΡΕΩΤΙΚΗΣ), saw over 1200 young athletes from across Greece compete for honors. Representing […]

6 days ago

Police-backed Demolitions in Gavdos Spark Outrage

Iorgos Pappas

Tension erupts on the island of Gavdos as police and demolition crews move into Lavrakas to tear down coastal huts, citing fire safety concerns.

6 days ago

Free Yoga Returns to Rethymno Garden This Sunday

Manuel Santos

Rethymno Municipality resumes its free outdoor yoga sessions at the Municipal Garden starting Sunday, April 26, 2026.

1 week ago

KTEL Summer Bus Schedules for Crete’s Northern Coast Announced

Argophilia Travel News

Starting May 4, 2026, KTEL Crete resumes its non-stop Express bus service between Chania and Heraklion. See the full summer schedule here.

1 week ago

May Day Strike: Greek Ferries to Remain Docked Nationwide

Argophilia Travel News

Greek ferries will remain docked on May 1, due to a 24-hour nationwide strike by the PNO seafarers’ union. Plan your travel accordingly.

1 week ago

Ierapetra Launches Rewarding New Recycling Scheme

Kostas Raptis

Ierapetra launches a new recycling program in which residents can earn €1 for every 33 items they recycle at new high-tech Polycenters.

1 week ago

Sisi Sewage Problem Shows the Dark Side of Crete’s Tourist Boom

Iorgos Pappas

Sewage discharge in Sissi and Milatos, Crete, reveals inadequate infrastructure, raising concerns about tourism sustainability and public health.

1 week ago

Hiker Saved from Remote Lasithi Plateau Trail

Manuel Santos

A hiker was successfully rescued by firefighters and the 3rd EMAK unit after being injured on a mountain trail in the Lasithi Plateau, Crete.

1 week ago

Agios Nikolaos Launches 1st Adventure Fest

Manuel Santos

Agios Nikolaos launches its first Adventure Fest on April 25-26, with sports events in Elounda, Neapoli, and Kalo Chorio.

1 week ago

Agios Nikolaos Coordinates Spinalonga Upgrades

Iorgos Pappas

Mayor Manolis Menegakis coordinates with Lasithi Antiquities on Spinalonga construction and museum openings for the 2026 season.

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Following a series of accidents and arrests in Crete, we examine the safety of the island for 2026 travelers and the importance of hotel pool regulations.

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Strikes and Historical Memory Grip Crete on May 1st

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Labor unions in Chania and Heraklion mobilize for May Day strikes in Crete, demanding wage increases and an end to military spending.

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German Tourists Remain Reliable Economic Drivers for Crete Hospitality

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Crete saw record-breaking 2025 tourism figures with 1.6 million German visitors. Explore the data behind the spend, the loyalty, and the challenges of the all-inclusive model.

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Dutch Tourist Rescued After Fall at the Chania Venetian Harbor

2026-04-28 By Argophilia Travel News

A Dutch traveler was rescued by the Coast Guard and EKAB after a fall at the Chania Old Venetian Harbor breakwater.

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

2026-04-28 By Argophilia Travel News

The 1st Adventure Fest climbing races at Peza, Kalo Chorio, are now set for May 3, after being canceled on April 25 due to bad weather.

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