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Johann Williams Still Missing in Crete: Family Appeals to the Public for Help

Argophilia Travel News

Update: The message he sent. It still lingers like an echo. Coordinates of a location deep in the rugged heart of Crete—an isolated pin on a map, flanked by jagged cliffs and untamed wilderness. Johann Williams, a 21-year-old German traveler, had been exploring Greece, chasing its raw beauty. But now, he is the center of […]

1 year ago

50 Years of Theatre in Crete Exhibition at Chania Art Gallery

Victoria Udrea

50 Years of Theatre exhibition at Chania’s Municipal Art Gallery features costumes, props, and untold stories from the regional theaters.

1 year ago

Heraklion Carnival 2025 Kicks Off with a Treasure Hunt

Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos inaugurated the 22nd Treasure Hunt on Feb 16, uniting locals of all ages in a vibrant carnival celebration.

1 year ago

Saudi Arabia Luxury Tourists Arrive in Crete

Iorgos Pappas

The first direct flights from Saudi Arabia to Crete open the door to luxury tourism, transforming Eastern Crete into a global elite vacation spot.

1 year ago

Breaking News: German Tourist Disappeares in the Samaria Gorge

Manuel Santos

Authorities in Crete are searching for a missing 21-year-old German tourist who vanished after hiking Samaria Gorge on February 13th.

1 year ago

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Introduces Paid Access for Visitors

Victoria Udrea

Kourtaliotiko Gorge paid access information including entry fees, exceptions, management plans, and who benefits from this system.

1 year ago

Samaria Gorge New Entry Fees in Effect from May 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Samaria Gorge announces new entry fees and regulations from May. The new system kicks off immediately.

1 year ago

Samaria National Park: Stricter Rules Transform Visitor Experience in 2025

Mihaela Lica Butler

Samaria National Park introduces updated safety measures, including helmets and emergency plans, after a fatal accident in 2024.

1 year ago

Chania Carnival 2025 Opening Ceremony Changes Location

Iorgos Pappas

Don’t just watch the fun; be the fun. It’s fairytale time. Location change or not, Chania Carnival 2025 is ready to party – rain or shine.

1 year ago

Date for Run Greece Heraklion 2025 Announced

Manuel Santos

Run Greece Heraklion 2025 will occur on March 30. Registration will open online Monday, 17 February and Wednesday, 19 February (in-person).

1 year ago

Pan-Cretan Young Chef Competition 2025: Creativity Meets Tradition

Iorgos Pappas

The Pan-Cretan Young Chef Competition 2025 invites culinary students and recent graduates in Crete to reimagine traditional dishes.

1 year ago

Heraklion Amps Up Earthquake Planning

Mihaela Lica Butler

Mayor of Heraklion discusses earthquake planning with OASP’s president: updated safety measures and an overview of Santorini’s seismic risks.

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