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Cretan Fried Snails Recipe (Chochlioi boubouristi)

Mihaela Lica Butler

Cretan Fried Snails (Chochlioi boubouristi) are a seasonal delicacy you must try when visiting Crete.

1 year ago

Cretan Fishermen Worried About Invasive Silver-cheeked Toadfish Damaging Nets

Mihaela Lica Butler

The desperate fishermen in Heraklion are worried about colossal Lagocephalus Sceleratus (silver-cheeked toadfish) caught in their nets.

1 year ago

Where and When to Go Skiing on Crete Island

Mihaela Lica Butler

Skiing on Crete Island: Pierra Creta, Europe’s southernmost ski mountaineering event, is scheduled from March 8th to 10th, 2024.

1 year ago

Should We Give Up On A Dream of Regenerative Crete?

Phil Butler

Greek officials and energy conglomerates plan to transform Crete Island into an energy machine for Germany and other EU nations.

1 year ago

1000 People to Partake in the Ierapetra Santa Run 2023

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Ierapetra Santa Run 2023 is a highly anticipated event for all ages – the city’s streets will be filled with Santas on December 29th!

1 year ago

Greece: Visits to Archaeological Sites and Museums Get Pricier Starting January 1, 2024

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Central Archaeological Council in Greece, unanimously approved a new pricing policy for archaeological sites and museums on Tuesday.

1 year ago

Archaeology: Minoan Palace at Archanes

Mihaela Lica Butler

Excavations in 2023 revealed new archaeological finds at the majestic Minoan Palace at Archanes, announced the Greek Ministry of Culture.

1 year ago

Truffle Hunting in Crete’s Enchanting Wilderness

Mihaela Lica Butler

Truffle hunting in Crete offers a unique adventure in the Rouvas Forest, located in the heart of Crete.

2 years ago

Heraklion Recognized as UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy

Iorgos Pappas

The Municipality of Heraklion, in partnership with the Development Organization “Heraklion M.A.E.,” will host the official ceremony for Heraklion’s induction into the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCNN) on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Heraklion is among the 55 cities that recently joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network on World Cities Day, celebrated on October 31. The […]

2 years ago

Migration Boom Fueled by Digital Nomad Visas

Mihaela Lica Butler

Digital Nomad Visas: Savory & Partners estimates that approximately 16.9 million digital nomads travel the world.

2 years ago

Top 10 Eastern European Christmas Markets

Victoria Udrea

Eastern Europe is home to some of the most enchanting Christmas markets in the world, where centuries-old traditions and contemporary holiday cheer intertwine.

2 years ago

Rosewood Blue Palace to Open in Crete in 2025

Mihaela Lica Butler

Crete’s Blue Palace will reopen in 2025 as Rosewood Blue Palace after a significant transformation.

2 years ago

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Rent From Locals, a Platform Built for Small Local Car Rental Companies

2025-12-17 By Argophilia Travel News

Rent From Locals connects travelers with small local car rental companies, offering fair prices, local knowledge, and a more human way to rent cars.

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Do Not Hike Cretan Canyons in December

2025-12-17 By Manuel Santos

Cretan canyons are effectively closed from November to March. Samaria Gorge is shut, winter weather is dangerous, and hikers risk hypothermia and death.

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Christmas Pet Festival Returns to Heraklion

2025-12-17 By Victoria Udrea

The Christmas Pet Festival returns to Heraklion on December 21, bringing families together for a pet-friendly celebration supporting stray animal care.

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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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