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Chania: High Risk of Fire Today

Iorgos Pappas

According to the Fire Risk Forecast map released by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, Chania Prefecture faces a significant fire hazard today, Friday, September 13th, 2024. The area has been placed under a category 4 alert for fire risk, indicating a particularly high threat. There is a heightened possibility of fires breaking out, with […]

Heraklion: Challenges in Waste Removal

Kostas Raptis

During a challenging period for waste collection in the Municipality of Heraklion, local authorities emphasise the need for maximum cooperation between residents and the council to ensure the city remains clean. Legal proceedings involving contract workers from the Cleaning Service are set for October and November. This has led to many workers taking leave, leaving […]

Sailing Courses Begin at NOGK in Gazi

Manuel Santos

Open-Sea Sailing School Starting on 5th October, the Nautical Sports Club of Gazi (NOGK), Crete, invites participants to enrol in its 32nd open-sea sailing course. This two-month programme is designed to foster maritime skills on Crete. Course Details: Eligibility criteria require participants to be at least 18 years old and have basic swimming skills. Upon […]

Cretan Hound Club Celebrates 10th Year at Talos Plaza

Phil Butler

This past weekend, the Cretan Hound Club (Όμιλος Κρητικού Λαγωνικού) celebrated its tenth year on the seaside at Talos Plaza in Heraklion. The two-day event also served to register new Cretan Hounds and to recognize the best specimens of those presented.  The President of the Cretan Hound Club, Nikos Anetakis, administered the essential events where […]

Heraklion Port: 2024, Record Year for Cruise Tourism

Manuel Santos

2024 is pivotal for Heraklion Port’s cruise industry, with the port hitting unprecedented passenger arrival figures. The consistent uptick in the number of cruise ships docking here highlights the trust placed by top cruise lines, elevating Heraklion to a top-tier cruise tourism hub. Data reveals a remarkable rise in cruise passenger numbers from January to […]

Officials Ban Swimming at Paleokastro Near Heraklion

Argophilia Travel News

The Directorate of Public Health & Social Care P.E. Heraklion has taken action to implement a swimming ban at the seaside village of Paleokastro based on the results of the Health Survey of the Public Health Supervisors.  The decision was made to prohibit swimming in the sea off Paleokastro Village in the Malevizi Municipality. Officials […]

September 4th, the 14th Apesokari Traditional Tastes Event Takes Place

Phil Butler

To begin September 4, 2024, at 6.30 pm, at the Primary School of Apesokari, the festival will offer traditional dishes that are part of Crete’s heritage. Associations from all over the Messara area will contribute their local cuisines, which are a part of everyday life in rural Crete.  The Network of Messara Associations, in collaboration […]

The Perils of Cultural Complacency

Victoria Udrea

For decades, a casual disregard for rules has been woven into the fabric of society, resulting in severe repercussions, Kathimerini reports. Instances like the train crash in Tempe and the recent amusement park accident highlight this issue. This neglect is evident in everyday settings, from city sidewalks transformed into motorcycle lanes to the disorderly scene […]

Celebrating the Cretan Hound

Manuel Santos

The Cretan Hound Club announced its upcoming recognition and conformation show. This celebration is set to take place on Saturday, September 7, at 5:00 PM and Sunday, September 8, at 9:00 AM at Karavola by the Heraklion waterfront beneath Talos Plaza. Attendees will not need to register for the recognition event, provided their dogs are […]

Nautical Week in Agios Nikolaos, Crete

Manuel Santos

After a prolonged absence, Nautical Week returns to the vibrant seaside town of Agios Nikolaos, Crete, spearheaded by the local Sports Committee. From August 29 to September 1, the town’s coastal areas will transform into a hub of exciting events to draw crowds from near and far. The schedule features a range of aquatic activities, […]

Balanced Tourism Development in Crete: A Call for Fairness and Strategic Planning

Mihaela Lica Butler

A recent meeting in Crete saw local mayors and tourism stakeholders gather to discuss the island’s future under a new spatial planning framework. The plan, which is still open for input until mid-September, aims to address Crete’s uneven tourism development, which lacks cohesive strategic guidance. Participants debated the notion of “overtourism”, asserting it doesn’t apply […]