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Greece’s Civil Protection Agency Issues Crete Fire Emergency

Argophilia Travel News

The Civil Protection Agency of Greece has just issued an emergency alert about wildfires in Katofygi, Crete.

1 year ago

Two Women Hiking Richtis Gorge Assisted by Rescue

Argophilia Travel News

Two women trekking Richtis Gorge in Crete’s Lassithi Prefecture get help from Sitia emergency services on Monday.

1 year ago

Taverna Ta Kalitera in Heraklion: A Cretan Restaurant With a Talent for Fish

Mihaela Lica Butler

Ta Kalitera’s menu is a testament to Cretan cuisine, with its star attraction being the catch-of-the-day fish. Fresh from the sea and laid out on a bed of ice until grill time, the seafood here is, simply put, unparalleled. The dining area, both indoors and on the outdoor terrace, comfortably seats around 100 guests. However, […]

1 year ago

TUI Extends Travel Season in Crete, Rhodes, Kos

Victoria Udrea

TUI has remarkably extended the travel season on the captivating Greek islands of Crete, Rhodes, and Kos this year.

1 year ago

Ikos Kissamos Resort Opening Delayed to 2026

Mihaela Lica Butler

The opening of the Ikos Kissamos resort has been postponed to May 2026, moving away from the initial 2025 target.

1 year ago

Meliá Expands in Greece with INNSiDE Crete Elounda

Iorgos Pappas

Elounda Ilion will be transformed into the INNSiDE Crete Elounda by May 2025. The new hotel will provide a holistic lifestyle experience.

1 year ago

Heraklion’s Coastal Waters Meet All the Quality Standards for Swimmers

Manuel Santos

The Cretan Sea meets the water quality standards for swimmers in the Heraklion Regional Unit.

1 year ago

EasyJet Cancels Flights from Naples and Milan to Sitia Airport

Manuel Santos

Starting in June and continuing until the end of August, easyJet will no longer operate flights from Naples and Milan to Sitia Airport.

1 year ago

Crete’s Kotsifou Gorge Remains Closed Until Further Notice

Argophilia Travel News

Kotsifou Gorge remains close due to hazardous conditions as a result of a large rockslide back in March. Work continues to renovate.

1 year ago

Agios Nikolaos Hosts Week of Cretan Tradition This Week

Argophilia Travel News

The Municipality of Agios Nikolaos, with the support of the Region of Crete, is holding the ” Week of Cretan Tradition ” until June 21.

1 year ago

New Minoan Find Shines Light on Bumbling Crete Developers

Phil Butler

The new airport near Kasteli is a transformation of a WW2 Nazi-Era airfield built to help supply Field Marshall Erwin Rommel in North Africa.

1 year ago

Coming Up June 15th – The 4th Ierapetra City Run

Kostas Raptis

The Ierapetra city run will take place inside Vouzunerakeio municipal stadium for the second year in a row on June 15th.

1 year ago

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Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

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In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

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In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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