The tourist season in Heraklion is highly successful, with accommodation occupancy between 85% and 90%.
Crete
Very High Risk of Fire on Saturday in Crete
daily Fire Risk Forecast Map indicates a very high fire risk (category 4) for all of Crete on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Dead Silver-cheeked Toadfish Found on Karteros Beach
Bathers in Karteros, Heraklion stumbled upon a dead silver-cheeked toadfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus).
Tension Mounts in Platanias Municipality Over Water Shortage
Water shortage hits Platanias hard. Learn about the mounting tension and how it’s affecting residents. Keep updated on this unfolding crisis.
Addressing Water Scarcity in Crete: Innovative Air-to-water Solutions
Crete’s municipalities could address water scarcity by exploring better options, like air-to-water generators instead of blaming empty dams.
16th Annual Pie Festival in Episkopi with Regional Support
The Women’s Association of Episkopi “ERGANI” will host the 16th Pie Festival on July 28 and 29, 2024, supported by the Region of Crete, the Municipality of Hersonissos, and the Cultural Association of Episkopi. Dedicated to preserving local culture and traditions, the event promises to be a celebration of heritage and community. Event Details July […]
Mass Protest in Kasteli for Earthquake Victims
On Thursday morning, residents, organizations, and authorities from Minoa Pediada rallied at the second junction near the major development project, the new airport in Kasteli, Neakriti reported. This rally highlighted the community’s frustration nearly three years after the devastating earthquake left their area at ground zero. Key Demands of the Community 1. Ministry of Infrastructure: […]
Is Another “Big One” Overdue for Crete and the Aegean?
This map shows the modeled wave heights of the tsunamis on the coasts in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, which were triggered by the earthquake on July 21, 365.
Credit: Richard Ott
Urgent Call for Water Management in Crete
Update: for a possible solution, please read Addressing Water Scarcity in Crete: Innovative Air-to-water Solutions The chronic water scarcity in Crete continues to escalate. Crete’s reservoirs started showing signs of severe depletion as early as March, foreshadowing a harsh summer ahead. The current state of the reservoirs is alarming and insufficient to address the island’s […]
Chania Wildfire Situation Intensifies Under Heat Emergency
Crete Island and much of the rest of Greece are experiencing stalling heat, water shortages, and a rash of threatening wildfires. The most recent news comes from Chania Prefecture on Crete, where the villages of Agriles and Livada and the broader area were the most recent hit. According to the news, villages and settlements in […]
An Extra Virgin Olive Oil “Kriti” Event Aims to Further Excellence
The Region of Crete and the Hellenic Mediterranean University, in collaboration with the Municipality of Anogeia, are organizing an evening to establish the quality of the Extra Virgin Olive Oil “Kriti.” The event will take place on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., in the Cinema Hall in “Armi” Square. This important info/training event […]
Laiki Market in Pateles: A Must-Visit Destination
The Laiki Market (weekly market) in Pateles has become a top tourist spot in Heraklion every Saturday morning. Tourists flock to this bustling market, eager to immerse themselves in the genuine Cretan lifestyle. Colourful stalls brim with fresh fruits, vegetables, renowned Cretan olive oil, cheeses, and honey. Additional items include: No visit to the Laiki […]
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