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Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art Runs From August 16 to 24

Iorgos Pappas

The Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art returns August 16-24, 2025, on the seaside road west of the Municipal Stadium.

7 months ago

Archaeologists Rally in Athens and Heraklion Against Radar Installation on Papoura Hill

Iorgos Pappas

On Wednesday, July 9, the Association of Greek Archaeologists leads protests in Heraklion and Athens in response to plans for an airport radar at Papoura Hill.

7 months ago

Papoura Hill: Destruction Looms Over the Minoan Monument

Mihaela Lica Butler

Papoura Hill faces irreversible damage as a rare Minoan monument comes under threat from proposed radar installations.

7 months ago

Crete Faces Mounting Refugee Crisis

Manuel Santos

During the initial half of 2025, southern Crete experienced a substantial increase in migrant arrivals, intensifying the ongoing refugee crisis on the island. Data compiled by the organization “Refugee Support in the Aegean” revealed that 7,336 refugees reached Crete and Gavdos in 129 documented incidents between January and June. The majority originated from Egypt (44.7%), […]

7 months ago

Elounda Collection Leads Crete’s Move into Premium Gastronomic Tourism

Victoria Udrea

Elounda Collection redefines gastronomic tourism in Crete, with local products, international collaborations, and sustainable luxury.

7 months ago

Chania’s Traditional Strata Continues Tomorrow with Music and Dance

Iorgos Pappas

On Tuesday nights, Chania’s heart beats loudest along the Traditional Strata. No ticket needed, just follow the music.

7 months ago

New Renovation Plan for Amoudara’s Andreas Papandreou

Iorgos Pappas

The Mayor of Malevizi has presented the renovation plan for Andreas Papandreou Street in Amoudara on July 1, 2025.

7 months ago

10000 Passengers in Souda Set New Cruise Record for Chania

Manuel Santos

More than 10,000 passengers arrived in Souda, Chania, as cruise ship visits reached unprecedented levels in one day in July.

7 months ago

Cretan Hospitality Turns Turkish Influencers into Raki-Drinking Storytellers

Kostas Raptis

A group of Turkish journalists and influencers visited Crete from June 21 to 26, 2025, experiencing authentic Cretan hospitality as part of a campaign by the Region of Crete.

8 months ago

14.3% Surge in Cruise Passengers in Heraklion

Iorgos Pappas

Cruise passengers arriving at Heraklion surged by 14.3% in the first half of 2025, hitting 190,606 visitors.

8 months ago

Optional Health Insurance for Third-Country Pensioners: Terms and Procedures

Maria Papadaki

Living in Greece is a dream for many, but navigating health insurance can be confusing. Between the public EFKA system, private options, and changing requirements for residence and tax status, it’s easy to get lost in translation. As an accountant who’s helped many expats navigate Greek bureaucracy, I’ve created this guide to explain what you […]

8 months ago

Aegean Announces Major Seven-Year Bond Issue

Kostas Raptis

Aegean Airlines begins a public offering for a seven-year bond on Monday, aiming to raise up to € 250 million.

8 months ago

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Distance maps presented on Kriti TV show Iran is over 2,400 km from Souda, highlighting warning time and layered air defense in Crete.

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Crete Hotels Face Climate Test

2026-03-03 By Arthur Butler

Crete tourism officials push for a green transition in hotels by 2026, warning that climate resilience is a matter of survival.

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Crete’s Tourism Season Begins as Industry Watches Middle East Developments

2026-03-02 By Kostas Raptis

Crete’s tourism season officially begins with no flight disruptions, while professionals monitor Middle East tensions and potential impact on Israeli arrivals.

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Sitia Sends a Clear Warning on the New Tourism Spatial Plan

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Sitia Municipal Council unanimously opposes the new Tourism Spatial Framework, citing incomplete Natura 2000 environmental studies.

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Carnival Failed to Boost Heraklion Restaurants as Winter Losses Hit 50%

2026-03-02 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s food and entertainment sector reports winter losses of up to 50%, with Carnival and Tsiknopempti failing to revive revenues despite strong street attendance.

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