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Heraklion Tourism at the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum

Iorgos Pappas

At the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in May 2025, Heraklion’s Deputy Mayor Giannis Agrimanakis showcased Heraklion tourism, highlighting the port’s strategic position, the city’s layered history, and upcoming infrastructure.

9 months ago

Koumoulia Ceramics Invites You to Art Therapy with Pottery

Victoria Udrea

Art Therapy with Pottery by Koumoulia Ceramics offers a four-session workshop in Heraklion that blends emotional expression and creative introspection.

9 months ago

Agios Nicholas Prepares to Welcome 49 Cruise Ships This Season

Kostas Raptis

Agios Nicholas prepares to welcome 49 cruise ships—a 20% increase. Local officials attended the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Heraklion, seeking to cement Agios Nicholas as a major cruise stop.

9 months ago

Heraklion Airport Arrivals Break Records in April 2025

Iorgos Pappas

According to airport and tourism officials, Heraklion Airport arrivals surged by 20.65% in April 2025. Early figures signal a robust start to Crete’s tourism season.

9 months ago

SEA Denounces Environmental Crimes at Pachia Ammos

Manuel Santos

A scathing chapter of environmental crimes unfolds at Pachia Ammos as SEA raises the alarm over unauthorized construction by DEYACH.

9 months ago

Old Chania Market’s Never-Ending Restoration Saga

Iorgos Pappas

The Old Chania Market renovation project has missed multiple deadlines and is now resetting its sights on summer 2026.

9 months ago

Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2025 and the Future of Mediterranean Cruise Travel

Manuel Santos

At the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Heraklion, tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry executives explore the future of Mediterranean cruise travel.

9 months ago

Cretan Nutrition Takes Center Stage

Mihaela Lica Butler

Cretan nutrition steps into the spotlight as Rethymno prepares for the “Crete European Region of Gastronomy 2026” program.

9 months ago

EU Commissioner Visits Crete for Strategic Meeting on Sustainable Transport and Tourism

Manuel Santos

On May 6, 2025, the Region of Crete welcomed the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism for a high-level work meeting.

9 months ago

Mártsalo Walk: A Secret Beach Hike Through Crete’s Hidden Wilderness

Mihaela Lica Butler

Mártsalo Walk in southern Crete—an off-the-map hike for travelers and locals who love wild beaches and history.

9 months ago

Tourism Promotion of Heraklion: City Council Greenlights Bold 2025 Communication Plan

Victoria Udrea

Tourism promotion of Heraklion steps up after the City Council’s May 2025 approval of a €397,400 communication plan.

9 months ago

Not Your Ordinary Sweep: Special Ops Hit Heraklion

Kostas Raptis

Heraklion cleaning interventions kicked off early with special waste removal and large-scale disinfection at multiple city locations.

9 months ago

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Small boats with migrants continue to arrive on Crete’s southern coast amid favorable weather, with local authorities managing arrivals without impact on tourism.

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Crete Tourism Season Starts Early as Hotels and Flights Ramp Up

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Crete enters the new tourism season from early April, with hotels reopening sooner, strong bookings, expanded UK flights, and hiring in full swing.

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After years of delays, Chania’s historic Municipal Market is now expected to reopen in summer 2026, following extended restoration works.

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Environmental zoning maps in Crete are becoming unreadable. Forester Giannis Fotakis warns Chania risks turning uninvestable amid growing restrictions.

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