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Chania Celebrates 50 Years of Theater (Feb 15 – Apr 30, 2025)

Victoria Udrea

Experience “50 Years of Theater: A Living Archive” at Chania’s Municipal Gallery from February 15 to April 30, 2025.

7 months ago

66 Electric Bicycles Are Taking Over Heraklion

Manuel Santos

Heraklion introduces 66 free electric bicycles for locals and tourists, available at 8 locations across the city.

7 months ago

Heraklion’s Big Water Supply Overhaul Nears Completion

Mihaela Lica Butler

Get the latest on Heraklion’s water supply overhaul—what’s done, what’s next, and how traffic changes are involved.

7 months ago

Dimitrios Papanikolaou: Crete Remains Safe from Santorini Earthquake Effect

Iorgos Pappas

Professor Dimitrios Papanikolaou explains why Crete remains unaffected by Cyclades earthquakes.

7 months ago

Staff Shortage at Heraklion Archaeological Museum Leaves Tourists in the Lurch

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Archaeological Museum struggles with staff shortages, leaving rooms closed and visitors disappointed.

7 months ago

Stalida-Mochos-Malia Hike: A Scenic Stroll Through Coastal Views

Mihaela Lica Butler

Stalida-Mochos-Malia hike on February 9: A five-hour trek packed with history, Cretan sea views, and charming village stops.

7 months ago

Accessibility Gets a Boost on Crete’s Blue Flag Beaches

Manuel Santos

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni approved the Agios Vasilios investment plan (€131,650), enhancing accessibility on Blue Flag beaches.

7 months ago

Agia Roumeli to Get a €1.07M Passenger Ship Service Ramp

Manuel Santos

Greece’s Ministry of Shipping backs a new passenger ship service ramp for Agia Roumeli, Sfakia.

7 months ago

Hospitality PR Hits the Rocks in Kalamaύka Water Crisis

Victoria Udrea

Kalamaύka, a mountainous community in Crete, battles severe water shortages for a second year.

8 months ago

Dry Kalamafka: Nature’s Way of Saying “Watch Out!”

Iorgos Pappas

Rockslides at Kourtaliotiko Gorge have raised safety concerns. Here’s how dry Kalamafka ties into this perilous tale.

8 months ago

Google Maps: Rockslides and Wrong Turns

Iorgos Pappas

Big Rocks, Big Problems: What Happened This Time? Well, Tuesday didn’t disappoint—unless you were trying to drive through Kourtaliotiko Gorge that morning. A batch of rocks decided they were tired of hanging out 100 meters up and joined the world below, smashing onto the road. Predictably, traffic freaked out, and authorities had to sweep everything […]

8 months ago

Kourtaliotiko Ravine Rockslide Sparks Tourism Safety Concerns

Victoria Udrea

A rockslide in Kourtaliotiko Ravine temporarily shut down traffic.

8 months ago

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Discover 5 top tips for planning your dream holiday. From budgeting and timing to hidden gems and stress-free booking, make your trip unforgettable.

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Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete

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The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

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Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

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The Chorus of Autumn Crows

2025-09-25 By Victoria Udrea

In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

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The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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