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Heraklion Philharmonic Orchestra Brings Carnival Rhythms to Life

Iorgos Pappas

Celebrate the Carnival season in Heraklion with vibrant musical walks and concerts by the Heraklion Philharmonic Orchestra. Events start February 20 – don’t miss out!

7 months ago

CLIMPACT: Crete Joins Greece’s Fight Against Climate Change

Manuel Santos

Crete steps up at Greece’s CLIMPACT network meeting in February 2025. Local leaders push for climate action in agriculture and tourism.

7 months ago

Heraklion Invests $1.2M in the Fight Against Potholes

Victoria Udrea

Heraklion launches a $1.2M road repair plan with a two-year deadline. Funded by city resources, it tackles potholes, expands sidewalks, and bolsters safety.

7 months ago

Help Find Johann Williams: Missing Alert Issued for 21-year-old German Tourist Who Disappeared While Hiking in Crete

Argophilia Travel News

Johann Wolfgang Williams, 21, vanished near the Samaria Gorge, Crete, on February 13, 2025. Use the Use the Missing Alert app to help find him.

7 months ago

Weather Alert: Icy Front Coral to Hit Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greece braces for freezing waves starting Wednesday as mountainous areas, including Crete, expect snowfall and plummeting temperatures.

7 months ago

Hotel Employees Call for Improved Conditions Amid Wage Negotiations

Victoria Udrea

Hotel employees demand better conditions and wage increases as tourism profits rise. Union pressures the government for stricter oversight and improved unemployment aid ahead of the new season.

7 months ago

Olive Oil Tastings Are Now Part of the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia Experience

Mihaela Lica Butler

At the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia, olive oil tastings immerse visitors in Crete’s cultural heart.

7 months ago

Elafonissi Beach Crowned No. 1 in the World for 2025

Mihaela Lica Butler

Elafonissi Beach in Crete has been named nr. 1 in the latest edition of Travelers’ Choice® Awards: Best of the Best Beaches for 2025.

7 months ago

Diktaean Cave Still Closed: Accessibility Upgrades and Delays Explained

Manuel Santos

The Diktaean Cave Still Closed—A timeline for its accessibility updates and enhanced infrastructure remains unclear despite a €16M investment and approvals.

7 months ago

Chania Carnival 2025 Kicks Off with a Wild Night of Music and Dance

Kostas Raptis

Chania Carnival 2025 launched with music, dancing, and dazzling performances on February 16. Thousands enjoyed the Souda venue despite bad weather.

7 months ago

Johann Williams Still Missing in Crete: Family Appeals to the Public for Help

Argophilia Travel News

Update: The message he sent. It still lingers like an echo. Coordinates of a location deep in the rugged heart of Crete—an isolated pin on a map, flanked by jagged cliffs and untamed wilderness. Johann Williams, a 21-year-old German traveler, had been exploring Greece, chasing its raw beauty. But now, he is the center of […]

7 months ago

50 Years of Theatre in Crete Exhibition at Chania Art Gallery

Victoria Udrea

50 Years of Theatre exhibition at Chania’s Municipal Art Gallery features costumes, props, and untold stories from the regional theaters.

7 months ago

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