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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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 months ago

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

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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 […]

5 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.

6 months ago

Heraklion Faces Water Woes as Aposelemis Plant Stays Offline

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion struggles with water shortages as the Aposelemis treatment plant remains out of service. No timeline from OAK, DEYAH urges residents to save water.

6 months ago

Crete’s Olive Growers Wait for Rain as Prices Edge Up

Victoria Udrea

Olive oil prices in Crete show a cautious rise. Producers warn that without October rains, the season may be lost despite higher export values.

6 months ago

Crete After Winter: When the Rivers Flow Again

Iorgos Pappas

In summer, Crete seems carved from sunlight and dust—a land thirsty beneath the heat. But when winter rain sweeps down the mountains, the island transforms. Rivers awaken from their dry-season slumber, waterfalls appear where none flowed before, and gorges heave with ancient energy. From balancing gnarled cliffs, places like Kourtaliotiko Gorge (below) unveil a narrow […]

6 months ago

Search Underway for Missing Spearfisher in Palaiochora Waters

Manuel Santos

A 50-year-old spearfisher vanished Tuesday near Voulolimni in Palaiochora, Chania. Coast Guard vessels, a private boat, and Frontex are conducting an intensive search.

6 months ago

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14th Pancretan Forum Connects Farms and Hotels Again

2026-03-03 By Victoria Udrea

The 14th Pancretan Forum on March 7, at DEKK Gournes, strengthens links between Cretan producers and hotels, boosting local supply chains.

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Fuel Prices Climb as Gulf Tension Spreads

2026-03-03 By Iorgos Pappas

Fuel prices in Crete rise by 4–5% following the escalation in the Middle East, affecting transport, heating, and travel costs.

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Souda Base on Alert for the Fourth Day

2026-03-03 By Kostas Raptis

Souda remains on heightened alert for a fourth day as officials stress distance, air defense readiness and no immediate threat to Crete.

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Souda’s Strategic Position Explained

2026-03-03 By Kostas Raptis

Distance maps presented on Kriti TV show Iran is over 2,400 km from Souda, highlighting warning time and layered air defense in Crete.

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Crete Hotels Face Climate Test

2026-03-03 By Arthur Butler

Crete tourism officials push for a green transition in hotels by 2026, warning that climate resilience is a matter of survival.

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