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Trial Operation at Kastelli International Airport Scheduled for August 2026

Mihaela Lica Butler

The trial operation at Kastelli International Airport could start in August 2026. By 2027, Crete will turn into a year-round tourism hub.

9 months ago

Heraklion Airport Holds Greece’s First Anti-Terrorism Exercise

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Airport hosted Greece’s first large-scale anti-terrorism exercise featuring a staged bomb threat, gunman, and hostage rescue.

9 months ago

Santorini Tourism Faces Uncertainty as Cruise Plans Stall

Manuel Santos

A governmental delay in issuing operational directives has created chaos for the Santorini tourism sector.

9 months ago

MK Hotel Collection and Crete’s Horrific Overdevelopment Trend

Phil Butler

The MK Hotel Collection is hard at work expanding its beachfront and beachside luxury offerings with the development of a fourth all-suites project adjacent to Minoan Civilization finds of incalculable importance. Are these developments in the best interest of Cretans, Greeks, or the world community? Maria Karatzi’s hotel brand’s developments are ambitious and, to a […]

9 months ago

Chrysi Island Conservation Efforts Continue

Victoria Udrea

Conservation measures for Chrysi Island include restrictions on visitor access and preservation efforts to protect its unique ecosystem.

9 months ago

Greek Red List: A New Tool Against the Illegal Trade of Cultural Heritage

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Greek Red List, unveiled by Culture Minister Lina Mendoni at the Acropolis Museum, aims to combat the illegal trade of cultural heritage.

9 months ago

Santorini Donkeys Abused: The Silent Cost of Luxury Villas

Manuel Santos

The exploitation of donkeys in Santorini sparks outrage as these animals endure heavy loads in harsh conditions.

9 months ago

Refugees to Crete: A Journey of Desperation, Survival, and Loss

Victoria Udrea

Over 1,400 refugees have arrived in Crete and Gavdos, fleeing violence and exploitation in Libya.

9 months ago

At Koronekes, Crete’s Legacy Lives in Liquid Gold

Mihaela Lica Butler

Koronekes Olive Mill near Heraklion, Crete, is where tradition and organic methods create exceptional extra virgin olive oils.

9 months ago

2025 Mosquito Control Program in Crete Begins

Manuel Santos

Crete’s mosquito control program for 2025 begins, targeting mosquito hotspots to enhance public health and tourist areas.

9 months ago

Chania Municipal Market to Open in October?

Mihaela Lica Butler

Chania Municipal Market faces delays caused by archeological discoveries and construction mishaps, and the reopening keeps getting pushed back.

9 months ago

First Permanent Natura 2000 Staff Hired for Greece’s Protected Areas

Manuel Santos

Greece hires 340 permanent Natura 2000 staff for protected area management, led by Minister Theodoros Skylakakis.

9 months ago

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Crete Farmers Occupy the Heraklion Airport for 19 Hours

2025-12-09 By Arthur Butler

Crete farmers staged a 19-hour occupation of Heraklion Airport, protesting subsidy cuts and demanding fair distribution for Natura land.

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Souda Port Under Strict Security for Israeli Cruise Passengers

2025-12-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Souda Port saw unprecedented police measures on Tuesday to ensure the safe transit of Israeli cruise passengers.

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Tornado Ravages Olive Groves in Zakros

2025-12-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A sudden tornado in Zakros devastated olive groves, uprooted buildings, and left more than 1,000 trees damaged, with full recovery expected to take up to 15 years.

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Farmers Face Off With Police at Heraklion Airport as Protests Escalate Across Greece

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Tense scenes outside Heraklion Airport as farmers clash with police during nationwide protests over subsidies and rising costs.

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The Reduction of Hospitality Studies from 4 to 3 Years Sparks Backlash in Crete

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete warns that cutting ASTE studies undermines tourism training, pushes hotels toward cheap foreign labour, and threatens the sector’s long-term quality and workforce stability.

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