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Refugees to Crete: A Journey of Desperation, Survival, and Loss

Victoria Udrea

Over 1,400 refugees have arrived in Crete and Gavdos, fleeing violence and exploitation in Libya.

8 months ago

Crying Out for Change: International Women’s Day in Crete

Manuel Santos

Crete honors International Women’s Day with events that celebrate, empower, and confront the challenges women face.

8 months ago

Floods Cause Chaos in Kastelli and Thrapsano

Manuel Santos

Severe flooding struck Kastelli and Thrapsano, Crete, on March 4-5, 2025. Roads, water systems, and property were destroyed. Mayor Kegeroglou demands emergency action.

8 months ago

First Free Electric Bicycles Hit the Streets of Heraklion

Manuel Santos

Heraklion introduces free electric bicycles to enhance urban mobility, with 66 bikes spread across 8 locations.

8 months ago

At Koronekes, Crete’s Legacy Lives in Liquid Gold

Mihaela Lica Butler

Koronekes Olive Mill near Heraklion, Crete, is where tradition and organic methods create exceptional extra virgin olive oils.

8 months ago

Alithini In Phaistos Gets a Makeover

Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Phaistos is transforming Alithini with cobblestone paths, green spaces, lighting enhancements, etc.

8 months ago

European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2026 Competitions Now Open

Manuel Santos

The European Commission launches competitions for 2026, inviting cities to showcase smart, sustainable tourism practices.

8 months ago

€2.8 Million Rural Development in Hersonissos

Mihaela Lica Butler

Hersonissos’ €2.8M rural development plan (2023–2027) aims to improve agricultural roads and benefit both farmers and tourists.

8 months ago

Amari’s 3M Euro Plan to Revamp Road Access to Psiloritis

Iorgos Pappas

Amari’s 3M Euro proposals aim to transform access to pastoral areas—behind-the-scenes insights on funding, priorities, and future growth.

8 months ago

The Cruise Industry Heads to Crete for PSTF 2025

Argophilia Travel News

PSTF 2025 in Heraklion, Crete, on 6–7 May, will explore sustainable cruise strategies with global leaders in the Eastern Mediterranean.

8 months ago

Map Routes Tours Uncover Heraklion’s Voltone Gate

Iorgos Pappas

Discover historic churches and the iconic Voltone Gate in Heraklion on 8 March with the Map Routes tours—free guided walks led by experts.

8 months ago

Illegal Activities Threaten the Carob Forest of Tris Ekklisies

Iorgos Pappas

Serious allegations of illegal logging and tree damage have emerged at the Carob Forest of Trian Ekklisies in Southern Crete.

8 months ago

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The Catamaran Removal from Heraklion’s Venetian Harbour Is Called “Incomprehensible and Dangerous.”

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion forces tourist catamarans into an unsafe, foul-smelling industrial port while raising fees by 300%

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The Geminids Over Crete

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Crete offers some of Europe’s clearest skies for the Geminid meteor shower.

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Poison Hiding in Crete’s Most Photographed Flower

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Oleander grows everywhere in Crete, but it is highly poisonous to people and pets.

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Do We Have Mushrooms in Crete?

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Crete offers rich mushroom habitats across its forests and mountains. Learn where to find them, when to forage, which species are safe, and how to explore responsibly.

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Why Rural Crete Just Became Easier to Explore

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Malevizi signs a 1.6M-euro road improvement project, upgrading rural access and boosting safety for visitors exploring Crete’s mountain villages.

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