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Greek Ministers Join Russian Cosmonauts Inaugurating Heraklion’s Yuri Gagarin Park

Phil Butler

Greece’s Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and Crete’s Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis, joined four of Russia’s most distinguished cosmonauts to inaugurate Yuri Gagarin Park.

6 years ago

Thomas Cook Group Peter Fankhauser Touts Expanded Greece Growth

Phil Butler

Thomas Cook Group CEO Peter Fankhauser met with Greek Minister of Tourism Elena Kountoura recently at ITB in Berlin to discuss Thomas Cook’s plans for continued investment in Greece.

6 years ago

Follow the Argonauts to Amazing Anafi

Aleksandr Shatskih

For an authentic Aegean experience, the tiny island of Anafi is a relaxing and clam paradise still untouched by the throng of tourists flocking to the Cyclades each year. Located just off world famous Santorini, the island is an iconic shelter from the dizzying outside world.

6 years ago

Happy Greek Indpendence Day from Crete!

Phil Butler

On Crete, Greeks celebrate March 25th, 1821, when Greek Revolutionary Forces first raised their flag of independence.

6 years ago

Crete Destinations: Platanias Near Chania

Phil Butler

One of Crete’s most popular tourist resorts, Platanias is situated just to the west of world famous Chania, close to Agia Marina.

6 years ago

Oinokritika Wine Exhibition 2019 Welcomes P.G.O. Santorini

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to Chania Saturday, April 20th and Sunday, April 21st, the Oinokritika Wine Fair is a Pancretan cultural event showcasing Crete’s finest wineries and products.

6 years ago

Terroir by Alexandra Manousakis

Aleksandr Shatskih

The story of Terroir by Alexandra Manousakis, of Crete and the legacy her father and other winemakers seek to perpetuate.

6 years ago

Crete Storm Damage Will Exceed €100 Million Euro

Phil Butler

The storm damage to roads, buildings, and the local infrastructure of Crete will exceed €100 million euro, according to the region’s Governor
Stavros Arnaoutaki .

6 years ago

Greek Officials Give “Okay” to Touristic Investment Projects

Argophilia Travel News

Greek officials have now approved three tourism investment projects totaling over €240 million euro for three of Greece’s most visited islands.

6 years ago

Oceanis Storm Still Slamming Crete

Aleksandr Shatskih

Crete region has been inundated with heavy rainfall, high seas, and winds for the last few weeks. This past weekend the “Oceanis” cold wave brought thick snowfall to western Crete, and torrents of hale to parts of southern and central Rethymno and Heraklion prefectures.

6 years ago

Crete Wins ‘Best Region’ at Greek Travel Awards in Scandinavia

Argophilia Travel News

Region of Crete received three honors at the 1st Greek Travel Awards event, which was recently held in Stockholm, Sweden.

6 years ago

Greece’s latest tourism campaign shows off Greek Filoxenia (VIDEO)

Aleksandr Shatskih

“Oh My Greece | Unlock the Feeling”, the country’s new tourism promotional campaign has now gone live.

6 years ago

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Aposelemis Water Crisis: Heraklion, Hersonissos, Agios Nikolaos Down to 1–2 Months

2026-01-17 By Iorgos Pappas

DEYAH warns Aposelemis dam water may last only 1–2 months for Heraklion prefecture. Desalination and emergency funding are discussed.

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Agia Pelagia Flood Protection Plan

2026-01-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The Malevizi Municipality presented retention-dam studies for Agia Pelagia, Palaiokastro, and Lygaria to reduce flooding risk.

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The 5-Stop Food Trick in Heraklion

2026-01-16 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Save money in Heraklion by taking any bus five stops out of the center. Find neighborhood tavernas, better prices, and real local food.

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Crete’s Flu Surge Is Here and It Is Hitting Hard

2026-01-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Crete is seeing a sharp rise in flu and seasonal viruses after the holidays, with emergency departments stretched.

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Cruise Tourism Is Booming, and Chania Is Trying to Keep Up

2026-01-16 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania approves a technical consultant for cruise port planning, while Souda’s new passenger terminal targets completion in June 2026.

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