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Agios Nikolaos Trail Network Reaches 190 Kilometers

Manuel Santos

Agios Nikolaos has expanded its hiking network to approximately 190 kilometers of marked trails, adding new routes while improving signage across existing paths.

2 weeks ago

Traditional Strata Brings Cretan Music and Dance Back to Chania

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Chania’s Traditional Strata returns from June through September, filling the Venetian Harbor with live performances every Tuesday evening.

2 weeks ago

Firefighters Save Dog From Cliff in One of Zakynthos’ Most Inaccessible Areas

Victoria Udrea

A dog trapped at the bottom of a cliff near Zakynthos’ Pools Beach was rescued by firefighters using climbing equipment after volunteers were unable to reach the animal safely.

2 weeks ago

Elafonissi Visitors Beware of Unofficial Parking Guides

Victoria Udrea

Authorities in Chania are warning visitors to follow official parking signs after another arrest linked to illegal customer solicitation near Elafonissi’s parking areas.

2 weeks ago

Rethymno Doubles Down on Print Media to Capture High-Value Travelers

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The Region of Crete funds a dedicated campaign in the 2026 Explorer Rethymno travel guide to promote cultural heritage, local gastronomy, and year-round travel.

2 weeks ago

EU Selects Crete for Elite Bauhaus Design Upgrade

Iorgos Pappas

Crete has been selected as one of only 14 European regions to receive expert support through the EU’s New European Bauhaus initiative.

2 weeks ago

New Psiloritis Trail Network Will Add 250 Kilometers of Hiking Routes

Manuel Santos

Eight municipalities in Crete are collaborating to create a 250-kilometer network of hiking routes across the UNESCO Psiloritis Geopark.

2 weeks ago

F-35 Flight Simulator Lands in Heraklion’s Freedom Square

Kostas Raptis

Residents and visitors in Heraklion will have the chance to try an F-35 flight simulator in Freedom Square on June 13 as part of a public educational initiative supported by the Municipality of Heraklion.

2 weeks ago

Art on the Street Festival Returns to Heraklion With 135 Free Events

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Heraklion’s 11th Art on the Street Festival opens June 15 with singer Rena Morfi and more than 135 cultural events.

2 weeks ago

Free Public Transport Coming to Hersonissos Until 2028

Iorgos Pappas

Residents and visitors in Hersonissos will soon benefit from free municipal transportation after the municipality signed a new agreement with KTEL Heraklion-Lasithi.

2 weeks ago

Hotel Workers in Chania Announce June 24 Strike

Arthur Butler

Hotel and hospitality workers in Chania will join a nationwide strike on June 24, demanding better working conditions, stronger labor protections, and support for seasonal employees.

2 weeks ago

Heraklion Airport Still Among World’s Worst

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Airport remains among Europe’s lowest-ranked airports despite serving one of Greece’s busiest tourism destinations.

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Drunk Tourists Keep EKAB Busy During Malia’s Summer Nights

2026-07-01 By Arthur Butler

Alcohol-related emergencies continue to stretch EKAB ambulance crews in Malia. Here’s what visitors should know—and the emergency numbers every tourist should save.

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Heraklion Officials Narrowly Avoid Scaffolding the Morosini Fountain All Summer

2026-07-01 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion Municipality will hold yet another broad meeting at the Loggia this Friday to discuss maintenance for the Morosini Fountain.

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Rethymno Expands Shared Mobility with Lime E-Bikes and Hoppy Scooters

2026-07-01 By Manuel Santos

The City of Rethymno is strengthening its sustainable mobility network with a renewed Hoppy scooter partnership and a new fleet of Lime Gen4 shared electric bicycles.

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Spinalonga Pier Attacked by Rogue Tourist Boat

2026-07-01 By Manuel Santos

A passenger excursion boat briefly interrupted its normal boarding routine at Spinalonga by introducing itself to the pier.

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Heraklion Hosts European Pedestrian Summit Amid Urban Mobility Challenges

2026-07-01 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion hosts the 6th STEP UP Interregional Meeting. Mayor Kalokairinos addresses the city’s significant lack of pedestrian infrastructure and the plan to improve urban walkability.

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