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Crete

Prehistoric Monument at Risk Near New Heraklion Airport

Manuel Santos

Members of the NIKI party raised concerns about the destruction of a prehistoric monument on Papoura Hill due to radar construction for the new Heraklion Airport, urging Culture Minister Lina Mendoni to take protective action.

Cretan Spiders Don’t Care About Your Fear

Victoria Udrea

Arachnid Encounters: Fact Over Fear You’ve unpacked your sandals, poured your first glass of raki, and stretched under the Cretan sun—only to spot a long-legged creature dangling from a patio beam. Cue the frantic Google search: “Spiders in Crete – are they dangerous?” Let’s unravel that web of worry, sweet traveler. While Crete is home […]

Greek Islands Gaining Popularity Among American Travelers

Ion Bogdan V.

Against the lively backdrop of summer vacation plans, new data from Home To Go, the global vacation rental platform known for its vast library of listings, has added fresh fuel to dreams of blue seas and whitewashed villages. In its latest breakdown, the company analyzed millions of searches to identify the destinations that attract the […]

Wildfire Sparks Arrest at Chania Eatery

Kostas Raptis

Inferno Unfolds On the late afternoon of July 26, 2025, the typically tranquil air of Temenia (in the greater Chania region) buzzed with the sharp scent of burning brush. At 17:29, plumes of smoke signaled a major wildfire, startling visitors and residents in a community known for its rustic beauty, not disaster. According to official […]

Who Buries a Minoan Temple for a Radar?

Ion Bogdan V.

Archaeologists, and residents in Crete rally to save Papoura Hill, an ancient Minoan site threatened by radar installation plans.

Why Brits Still Flock to Crete

Victoria Udrea

Crete is familiar. It’s safe. It’s where they know how to navigate without translation apps or worry,” said a hotel manager in Agios Nikolaos.

Why Americans Are Suddenly Dreaming of Lassithi

Ion Bogdan V.

Wonderlust Travel’s latest piece focuses on Lassithi, Crete’s east. With authentic culture, quiet beaches, and ancient sites, the article could boost U.S. arrivals in 2025.

From Olive Grove to Crime Scene

Iorgos Pappas

As Cretalive.gr reported, a 49-year-old man has been identified as the person responsible. Whether it was negligence or deliberate remains to be seen—but a case file has already been drawn against him.

Don’t Drink the Water in Crete

Iorgos Pappas

Drinking tap water in Crete is a classic hit-or-miss situation, and your guests deserve the straight facts. The pipes may be sparkling in Heraklion, but five minutes down the coast, you might get water that tastes like yesterday’s seawater with a dash of mystery minerals. Most locals don’t bother with the tap, and there’s a […]