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The Vanishing Paradises of Crete – Part Two

Phil Butler

Developers and officials may toast success over beachfront mojitos, but for those living in the vanishing paradises each construction crane blocks a bit more of the view.

4 months ago

Mayor Promises Heraklion Will Become a Clean City

Iorgos Pappas

In the grand theatre of city improvement, Mayor Kalokairinos stood before the press with his team and promised a transformation. “We’re not aiming for ‘just a little better’,” he declared, armed with that special blend of optimism and exhaustion only found in public office. “We’re here to make Heraklion a clean city—one cleaner than anything […]

4 months ago

Matala Beach Festival 2025 Was a Success

Manuel Santos

The Matala Beach Festival 2025 didn’t wind down. Nope, it crashed to a curtain call with the force of a beach ball in a hurricane.

4 months ago

Karavolas Fountain Leaves Tourists Shocked

Mihaela Lica Butler

Karavolas fountain is in complete disrepair, filled with dirty water and trash. Community demands urgent repair and better upkeep.

4 months ago

Radar Installation on Papoura Hill Crushes Ancient Wonders for Airport Tech

Mihaela Lica Butler

KAS approved the radar installation on Papoura Hill in Kastelli, ignoring strong opposition from archaeologists and local communities.

4 months ago

#savePapoura Protest Unites Locals and Archaeologists at Heraklion’s Lions’ Square (Photos)

Mihaela Lica Butler

Papoura Hill, shadowed by the plans for the new Kastelli airport, has become a focal point for those who protect heritage.

4 months ago

The Vanishing Paradises of Crete

Phil Butler

How Five-Star Hotels Are Bulldozing the Soul of the Island Not all at once, but one vanishing cove, one flattened grove, one razed tamarisk at a time. And it is happening quietly—beneath the slogans of “development,” the smiling renderings of “eco-resorts,” and the official seals of approval from regional environmental committees. Two more blows were […]

4 months ago

Phaistos Summer Cultural Events 2025 Program, Dates, and Highlights

Manuel Santos

Discover the 2025 summer cultural events in the Municipality of Phaistos. Find out when, where and what’s happening in this summer celebration featuring theater, music, and tradition for all ages.

4 months ago

Archaeological Site of Lyktos: Ancient Cemetery Yields Rare Finds and Secrets of Early Crete (Photos)

Manuel Santos

The Archaeological site of Lyktos in Crete has revealed groundbreaking discoveries at a rare Archaic-era cemetery, dating to the 7th and 6th centuries BC.

4 months ago

Chania Open Mall to Transform Historic City Center

Iorgos Pappas

Chania Open Mall promises to revamp the historic center of Chania with upgraded aesthetics, unified branding and smart technology.

4 months ago

Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art Runs From August 16 to 24

Iorgos Pappas

The Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art returns August 16-24, 2025, on the seaside road west of the Municipal Stadium.

4 months ago

Archaeologists Rally in Athens and Heraklion Against Radar Installation on Papoura Hill

Iorgos Pappas

On Wednesday, July 9, the Association of Greek Archaeologists leads protests in Heraklion and Athens in response to plans for an airport radar at Papoura Hill.

4 months ago

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