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Is Tap Water Safe in Heraklion? What Travelers Need to Know

Mihaela Lica Butler

In Heraklion, tap water is treated but not always safe for drinking. Locals rely on bottled water like Rouvas, Zaros, Samaria, and Selinari.

9 months ago

Triopetra Project Moves Forward Despite Environmental Concerns

Iorgos Pappas

The Region of Crete approved the Triopetra Project, a massive luxury development of villas, spa, and country club in one of Rethymno’s most pristine coastal areas.

9 months ago

Cretan Mountain Replica Under Construction at the Natural History Museum of Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Natural History Museum of Crete is building a full-scale mountain with cave and gorge, complete with kri-kri goats and vultures on its peaks.

9 months ago

Coworking Spaces in Crete’s Three Largest Cities

Kostas Raptis

From Heraklion to Chania, coworking spaces in Crete let digital nomads and working travelers balance deadlines with beach time.

9 months ago

German Tourist Drowns in Sfakaki After Ignoring Red Flag Warnings

Manuel Santos

A 46-year-old German tourist drowned in Sfakaki, Crete, after defying lifeguard warnings and swimming during red-flag conditions with strong currents.

9 months ago

Crete Migrant Arrivals Exceed 800 in 24 Hours

Iorgos Pappas

According to reports from NeaKriti and KritiTV, more than 800 migrants arrived in southern Crete and Gavdos within 24 hours.

9 months ago

Heraklion Absent From MyStreet App

Kostas Raptis

MyStreet app has garnered 33,000 downloads and 7,300 listings, tracking public space use. Heraklion shows zero participation so far.

9 months ago

German Tourist Rescued in Agia Irini Gorge After Head Injury

Manuel Santos

An 80-year-old German tourist was rescued after a fall in Agia Irini Gorge, Chania. Fire Brigade and EMTs responded swiftly.

9 months ago

Every Fall a Rise at Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving 2025

Argophilia Travel News

Agios Nikolaos hosts Cliff Diving 2025 on September 27–28. Athletes will leap from 20 meters into Lake Voulismeni.

9 months ago

Heraklion Cruise Port Breaks All-Time Passenger Records

Iorgos Pappas

With over 317,000 cruise visitors already in 2025, Heraklion Port braces for a record-breaking year, topping 350,000 passengers and 270 ship arrivals.

9 months ago

Kourtaliotis Gorge: 100,000 Visitors and Counting Under the New Ticket Regime

Iorgos Pappas

Despite heavy rains and a temporary closure in May, Kourtaliotis Gorge has welcomed over 100,000 visitors in 2025.

9 months ago

German Hiker Rescued in Crete’s Aradena Gorge After Injury

Manuel Santos

On September 12, 2025, a 74-year-old German hiker was rescued from Crete’s Aradena Gorge after a leg injury left him immobilized.

9 months ago

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Stories of Interest

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Samaria Gorge Management: Local Stakeholders Demand Reform Over Closure Protocols

2026-06-29 By Manuel Santos

The Samaria Gorge is constantly closing due to inaccurate weather forecasts, and the people of Agia Roumeli are done with it.

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Heraklion Upgrades Road Safety with New Smart Pedestrian Crossings

2026-06-29 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion is betting on technology to fix its traffic woes, with 27 new raised crossings and 24 smart pedestrian crossings now in progress, on a €2.7 million budget.

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Heraklion Nightlife Warning: When Vacation Freedom Becomes a Hospital Visit

2026-06-29 By Iorgos Pappas

A 17-year-old girl was hospitalized in Heraklion after being served alcohol at a local club, exposing the dangerous lack of ID checks in Crete’s nightlife.

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Historic Expedition to Kolymbari Expected to Test Human Endurance

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Platanias announces a 2km survival hike in Kolymbari. Prepare for bunkers, 50 dangerous steps, and full medical coverage.

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Parliament Clash Over Hotel Worker Taxation

2026-06-23 By Argophilia Travel News

KE MP Manolis Syntychakis and Deputy Minister of National Economy, D. Markopoulos, debate taxation of seasonal hotel workers.

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