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Crete–Cyprus Direct Flights Launch, Strengthening Ties Between the Two Islands

Kostas Raptis

The launch of direct Cyprus Airways flights between Larnaca and Heraklion marks a strategic step in strengthening tourism and cooperation between Crete and Cyprus.

1 week ago

Heraklion’s Missing Christmas Castle Reaches City Council

Victoria Udrea

The absence of Heraklion’s Christmas Castle from Eleftherias Square reaches the City Council, as plans emerge for a future festive village near the Venetian Walls.

1 week ago

Samaria Gorge at the Center of a New Debate on Protection and Responsibility (Video)

Iorgos Pappas

As debate grows over recent interventions near Samaria Gorge, OFYPEKA confirms continued safety and protection measures while experts warn of mounting pressure on Crete’s mountains.

1 week ago

Europe’s Tallest Christmas Tree Lights Up Samaria and Sparks a Serious Debate

Iorgos Pappas

A 45-metre Christmas tree lit up the entrance to Samaria Gorge on Sunday, drawing thousands to the Omalos Plateau — and igniting a strong public debate.

1 week ago

Christmas Walks That Are Actually Safe in Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Safe Christmas walks in Crete focus on city centers, promenades, villages, and sheltered areas.

1 week ago

Heraklion Farmers Plan a Motorcade Tomorrow

Iorgos Pappas

Farmers plan a protest and tractor motorcade in Alikarnassos over unpaid dues, rising costs, livestock disease, and subsidy scandals.

2 weeks ago

Kastelli Airport Is Almost Ready. Again.

Iorgos Pappas

Crete, 2025. Kastelli Airport targets an opening in November 2028 following a new agreement. Past delays, infrastructure gaps, and Papoura Hill issues remain.

2 weeks ago

Why Driving in Crete in Winter Is Dangerous

Kostas Raptis

Driving in Crete in winter is not impossible, and it is certainly not exotic.

2 weeks ago

Winter Solstice in Crete and the Memory of the Sun

Arthur Butler

Winter Solstice in Crete marks the shortest day of the year, a quiet pause when light turns back, and the island remembers the sun.

2 weeks ago

Heraklion’s Historic Chronaki House to Become the Museum of Cretan Weaving and Folklore

Victoria Udrea

The historic Chronaki House in Heraklion was officially handed over to the Lyceum of Greek Women, set to become a Museum of Cretan Weaving and Folklore.

2 weeks ago

Christmas Events Continue Along Heraklion’s Venetian Walls

Argophilia Travel News

From December 21–28, 2025, Heraklion hosts concerts, cultural events, sports activities, and a drone show along the Venetian Walls.

2 weeks ago

Europe’s Tallest Christmas Tree Lights Up Samaria

Iorgos Pappas

Crete lights Europe’s tallest Christmas tree at Samaria Gorge in Omalos, blending festive celebration with protected natural landscape.

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Demolitions of Illegal Structures Set to Begin Along Crete’s Coastline

2026-01-05 By Iorgos Pappas

After years of delays, reviews, and dormant paperwork, the state is finally moving forward with the demolition of illegal structures along Crete’s coastline. In early January, the Decentralized Administration of Crete signed a works contract that clears the way for the execution of final demolition orders affecting beaches, the foreshore, forest land, and reforestation zones […]

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2026-01-05 By Kostas Raptis

Kastelli Airport is “65% complete” again. Delays, timelines, optimism, and Crete’s legendary siga-siga culture collide.

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Why Crete Is Not All Random Bullets and Vendetta

2026-01-01 By Kostas Raptis

Crete’s reputation often suffers from isolated incidents amplified into myths, but the island is safer than headlines suggest.

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Why Crete Smells Like Burned Olive Wood in Winter (And Why That’s Normal)

2026-01-01 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From October to May, winter in Crete smells of burning olive wood. It looks illegal, feels confusing, and is completely normal — if you understand the island.

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Crete Plans €2 Million in Culture and Sports as Infrastructure Falls Behind

2025-12-29 By Manuel Santos

Crete announces a €2.06 million cultural and sports programme for 2026, even as water shortages, infrastructure strain, and airport delays raise hard questions.

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