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Heraklion Airport Sees 36% Fall in International Flights – March 2025 Stats

Kostas Raptis

In March 2025, Heraklion Airport saw a 36% decrease in international passenger traffic despite a modest uptick in domestic flights.

11 months ago

Crete Builds Its First Marine Leisure Dive Park

Mihaela Lica Butler

On April 2, 2025, Crete debuted its first Marine Leisure Dive Park, kicking off with the sinking of R/K NESTOR.

11 months ago

Heraklion Hotel Staff to Strike on April 9

Manuel Santos

In Heraklion, hotel workers protest poor pay and harsh conditions. Social unrest escalates as a strike looms on April 9, 2025.

11 months ago

Crete’s Balos, Elafonissi, and Falassarna Are Now Protected

Manuel Santos

Crete’s iconic beaches—Balos, Elafonissi, and Falassarna—are entering a new era of environmental preservation through groundbreaking agreements

11 months ago

Crete Deals with Early Water Shortage Crisis

Mihaela Lica Butler

Cretan officials warn about severe water shortage as big cities prepare for hitherto unheard-of difficulties.

12 months ago

First Animal Police Unit in Greece Lands on Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

The introduction of 25 Animal Police officers in Crete marks Greece’s pioneering effort in animal welfare enforcement.

12 months ago

Santorini Hotel Bookings Show Signs of Recovery

Mihaela Lica Butler

Santorini hotel bookings show signs of recovery as accommodations reopen ahead of Easter. New strategies for boosting tourism on the island.

12 months ago

Greece Targets 40 Million Tourists in 2025

Victoria Udrea

Greece gears up for another record year in tourism as charter flights return, with estimates aiming at 40 million tourists in 2025.

1 year ago

Greece Pushes for an Insular Program from the EU

Iorgos Pappas

The insular program includes price monitoring, liquidity assistance, and permanent funding measures for small islands.

1 year ago

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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year ago

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Bookings for Greece Slowing Due to Middle East Tensions

2026-03-17 By Manuel Santos

Travel demand for Greece has entered a wait-and-see phase as tensions in the Middle East affect bookings and key tourism markets.

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Major Hersonissos Project Faces Delays After Archaeological Discoveries

2026-03-17 By Victoria Udrea

Redevelopment of the Hersonissos port zone is delayed by archaeology, bureaucracy and lack of coordination.

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Allergy Season Starts Early

2026-03-16 By Victoria Udrea

Spring allergy season is starting early in Greece. Doctors advise preparing before symptoms begin, as pollen levels rise with warmer weather.

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New Green Space Under Construction in Mastabas

2026-03-16 By Arthur Butler

Works continue on a new green space in Mastabas, Heraklion. Officials say no parking spaces will be lost, a statement drivers will read twice.

Heraklion Weekly Update

Heraklion Projects Update

2026-03-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion announces progress on VOAK works, parking plans, road repairs, and waste policy, as the city continues its slow battle with traffic, infrastructure, and reality.

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