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CRETAquarium Christmas with Scuba Diving Santa and the Christmas Mermaid

Manuel Santos

The CRETAquarium Christmas this year promises loads of family-friendly fun featuring Santa and the Christmas mermaid, Euryale.

9 months ago

Will a School of Tourism Return to Xenia Ilios Hotel in 2025?

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Ministry of Tourism plans to restore the Xenia Ilios Hotel for tourism training. Does Crete need yet another School of Tourism?

9 months ago

STERNES 2024 Expedition Overview on December 11

Manuel Santos

When: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 7:00 PM Where: Cultural Center of Chania, 70 Andrea Papandreou Street Duration: Approximately 90 minutes Admission: Free On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 7:00 PM, the Cultural Center of Chania will host a special event showcasing the results of the “STERNES 2024” international speleological expedition. This presentation, organized by […]

9 months ago

Heraklion Municipal Gallery Opens a New Cultural Hub

Argophilia Travel News

The new branch of the Heraklion Municipal Gallery will host art exhibits, music events, lectures, and more.

9 months ago

Historic Plane Tree of Krassi Succumbs to Neglect

Manuel Santos

The Plane Tree of Krassi has suffered significant damage because of delayed protection measures and ineffective preservation efforts.

9 months ago

Positive Outlook for the Crete Tourist Season 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Crete Tourist Season 2025 shows early promise with expanded flights and cruise arrivals. Challenges for sustainability linger.

9 months ago

Heraklion Allocated 35.5M Euros for 2025 Public Works Program

Manuel Santos

Heraklion’s 2025 Technical Program gets 35.5M euros for infrastructure, parking expansions, green projects, and historical restorations.

9 months ago

11th Standardized Olive Oil Competition in Crete

Iorgos Pappas

The 11th Standardized Olive Oil Competition, open to producers and businesses, will take place in Crete from March 21 to 23, 2025.

9 months ago

Is Crete’s Water Future Sustainable?

Manuel Santos

Tourists visiting Crete might notice that behind the island’s beauty lies a brewing battle for water—a reminder that paradise comes at a price. In the shadows of dwindling water supplies, with the Aposelemis Dam now holding less than 3 million cubic meters, the Municipality of Heraklion scrambles for alternatives. The worsening water shortage, worsened by […]

9 months ago

Are Flood Prevention Measures in Agia Pelagia Finally Taking Shape?

Manuel Santos

Flood protection is once again dominating discussions in Agia Pelagia. The tragic 2022 disaster, which claimed two lives and caused widespread destruction, is still fresh in the minds of residents and business owners. After last week’s meeting between Menelaos Bokeas, Mayor of Malevizi, and Christos Triantopoulos, Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, the […]

9 months ago

Hidden Wonders of the Asterousia Mountains

Manuel Santos

Join a hike to discover the unknown historical sites of the Asterousia Mountains. Trek scenic paths, explore Minoan sanctuaries, and more.

9 months ago

From Asia Minor to Crete: Music, Rhythm, and Solidarity in Chania

Argophilia Travel News

Celebrate music, culture, and solidarity at From Asia Minor to Crete concert at the Chania Cultural Center on Monday, December 9. Free entry.

9 months ago

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