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Crete Plans Major Reforestation Drive In The Asterousia Mountains

Manuel Santos

The Region of Crete is moving ahead with a large-scale reforestation plan in the Asterousia Mountains.

5 months ago

Helmet Use Is Not Optional in Crete

Manuel Santos

Police in Crete have stepped up helmet checks for scooters, motorbikes, and e-scooters, issuing hundreds of fines in one week. Tourists are not exempt.

5 months ago

Heraklion Port Enters a New Era Under Ambitious Master Plan

Kostas Raptis

The Heraklion Port Authority has presented its Master Plan, outlining major upgrades to infrastructure, cruise operations, logistics, and energy.

5 months ago

Open Discussion on the Future of Tourism in Hersonissos

Victoria Udrea

An open discussion on tourism development in Hersonissos will take place on 2 February 2026, focusing on sustainability,

5 months ago

Hotels Granted New Water Use and Drilling Permits in Crete, Lesvos, and Naxos

Manuel Santos

New water-use and drilling permits have been granted to hotels in Crete because of ongoing pressure on the island’s water resources.

5 months ago

Three Successive Weather Systems Set to Affect Crete This Week

Arthur Butler

Three successive weather systems are set to affect Greece this week, bringing rain and strong winds, while temperatures remain above seasonal averages.

5 months ago

Strong Winds Disrupt Flights At Heraklion Airport

Arthur Butler

Strong winds disrupted landings at Heraklion Airport, forcing flight diversions from Athens and Rhodes. 2026 update.

5 months ago

After the Storm, Heraklion Wakes Up Under a Blanket of African Dust

Iorgos Pappas

Only hours after the storm wrecked parts of Crete with savage winds and rough seas, African dust rolled in and sealed the city under a thick, suffocating haze.

5 months ago

Crete Heads to Dublin for Holiday World Show 2026

Argophilia Travel News

The Region of Crete joins Holiday World Show 2026 in Dublin on Jan 23–25. Find Crete at Stand F1 for travel updates, contacts, and tips.

5 months ago

Wild Winds Hit Crete as Trees Fall in Arkalochori

Arthur Butler

Gale-force winds hit Crete today, snapping trees in Arkalochori. Authorities urge extreme caution in travel due to dangerous gusts.

5 months ago

What Is Happening With The Weather In Greece Right Now

Arthur Butler

A severe weather wave is hammering Greece with heavy rain, thunderstorms, snow and gale winds, forcing snow chains, ferry suspensions and school closures.

5 months ago

Gavdos Port Hit by Storm Chaos as Boats Sink and a Car Is Swept Away

Arthur Butler

Storm chaos in Gavdos. Karave port has been battered by strong southwesterly winds, with reports of 10 boats sinking and a parked car swept into the sea as waves overtopped the breakwater.

5 months ago

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Stories of Interest

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Historic Expedition to Kolymbari Expected to Test Human Endurance

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Platanias announces a 2km survival hike in Kolymbari. Prepare for bunkers, 50 dangerous steps, and full medical coverage.

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Parliament Clash Over Hotel Worker Taxation

2026-06-23 By Argophilia Travel News

KE MP Manolis Syntychakis and Deputy Minister of National Economy, D. Markopoulos, debate taxation of seasonal hotel workers.

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Cretan Fishermen to Spearhead Government Response to Silver-cheeked Toadfish Plague

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Greek government is finalizing a pilot program to combat the rapid spread of the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish in Greek waters.

Morosini Fountain

The Fencing Around the Lions’ Fountain Has Been Taken Down

2026-06-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The fencing around Heraklion’s Morosini Fountain is gone, but at what cost to the monument’s future? We examine the delay of critical maintenance.

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French Tourist Injured During Disembarkation at Heraklion Port

2026-06-22 By Manuel Santos

A 70-year-old French tourist was hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury during disembarkation from a leisure boat at the Port of Heraklion.

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