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Why Chile This Year Instead of Europe?

Phil Butler

You can feel the fatigue in the bones of Europe these days, a weariness that goes beyond the usual summer crowds. The narrow streets of Dubrovnik are choked with cruise-ship day-trippers, the “no vacancy” signs in Santorini have been permanent since 2019, and the local tavernas in Crete are increasingly replaced by Instagram cafés serving […]

1 week ago

Aegean Sea Level Rises Up to 35 cm After Pressure Drop

Arthur Butler

Sea levels across the Aegean rose up to 35 cm in February due to low atmospheric pressure and strong winds, scientists confirm.

2 weeks ago

Nea Alikarnassos Tries Kouloúma For the First Time

Manuel Santos

For the first time, Nea Alikarnassos celebrates Kouloúma with music, tradition and local community spirit.

2 weeks ago

Heraklion Taxi Owners Launch 48 Hour Strike Over Article 52

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion taxi owners begin a 48-hour strike at the airport over Article 52 of the Transport bill, citing unfair competition and market distortion.

3 weeks ago

Crete Makes More Per Tourist — and Loses Them Faster

Iorgos Pappas

INSETE data shows Crete increasing spend per visit while average stay declines, raising questions about long-term tourism value and strategy.

1 month ago

Operational Upgrades Enhance Safety at Heraklion Airport

Kostas Raptis

Targeted airport upgrades in Heraklion and Naxos improve flight safety, energy efficiency, and reliability for island travel.

1 month ago

Crete Is Running Dry for a Fourth Year

Iorgos Pappas

Crete enters its fourth dry year as dams and aquifers fall. Authorities warn urgent water restrictions are needed in 2026.

1 month ago

The Train Fantasy: How to Save Crete by Cutting It in Half

Kostas Raptis

Local authorities in Crete renew calls for a railway system linked to the new Kastelli airport, sparking debate over feasibility, environment, and long-term impact.

1 month ago

Crete Ain’t What It Used to Be

Phil Butler

Crete has long sold itself as a place of legendary hospitality, deep history, and human warmth—a final refuge for those seeking dignity over spectacle. But daily life reveals something far less romantic. This essay is not about a single confrontation, a dog, or a bad morning. It is about what happens when a culture quietly […]

1 month ago

Hotels Granted New Water Use and Drilling Permits in Crete, Lesvos, and Naxos

Manuel Santos

New water-use and drilling permits have been granted to hotels in Crete because of ongoing pressure on the island’s water resources.

1 month ago

Should We Stock Bottled Water Before Crete’s Summer Water Crunch?

Arthur Butler

Heraklion already distrusts tap water. Now reservoirs are low and summer pressure is coming. Here is what to stock—and what matters more.

1 month ago

Hunting Tourism in Crete Faces Strict Enforcement After Illegal Hunting Case Near Hersonissos

Iorgos Pappas

An illegal hunting case near Hersonissos highlights Crete’s strict hunting enforcement. Rules, ethics, and safety tips for visitors.

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Circular Economy Park at Mavros Spilios waste management

Heraklion Waste Policy Shift After Unanimous ESDAC Vote

2026-03-12 By Iorgos Pappas

The Crete Waste Management Authority removes incineration waste from the circular economy park at Mavros Spilios.

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Scaffolding Season Continues in Central Heraklion

2026-03-12 By Mihaela Lica Butler

If you want to understand how restoration projects work in Greece, there is no better place than 25th August Street in Heraklion, once nicknamed the Street of Illusion because its elegant facades gave visitors the impression of a grand European city. This impression did not always survive once you walked past the front row. More […]

Ierapetra Port Expansion Plan

New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.

Smart solar bus stops

New Smart Bus Stops in Heraklion Offer Charging and Solar Power

2026-03-11 By Kostas Raptis

The Municipality of Heraklion has installed 12 new smart, energy-independent bus stops in key locations across the city as part of the “Heraklion Smart City” project, aimed at improving daily life for residents and visitors. The new stops are powered entirely by solar energy and allow users to charge mobile devices, use lighting, and access modern […]

antiwar rally Chania March 12

Anti-war Rally Announced in Chania on March 12 at 19:00

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

Anti-war rally in Chania on March 12 at Municipal Market Square. Protests planned in Heraklion and Rethymno amid concerns over Souda Base.

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