Crete’s south coast is a paradise for beachgoing, watersports, and exploring. Few visitors realize the submarine surprises in store for them.
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Light Plane Crashes After Takeoff from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
A light, single-engine aircraft crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport earlier today.
December 4th the 20th Annual “Minoan Feat” Long Distance Races Start
December 4th, the Region of Crete hosts the 20th “Minoan Feat” long-distance footrace from Phaistos to the Minoan Palace of Knossos.
Crete Authorities Vow to Eliminate Minoa River Pollution
Crete Vice-governor Nikos Xylouris and Police Director Nick Spyridakis meet to mitigate Minoa River pollution problem.
The Keftiu: Were They Absorbed and Erased from History?
The Keftiu, modernized by Arthur Evans as “Minoan,” are still a mystery unsolved. What happened to them?
At Least One Dead in Biblical Flooding at Agia Pelagia on Crete [Updates]
Torrential rain on Crete this weekend has caused millions in damage and cost the lives of at least one person.
Crete Attains “4-star” EU Designation for Active and Healthy Ageing
Crete, the FORTH, and the University of Crete attain 4-star designation of the EU for health and wellness innovation.
Crete’s Weekend Weather – Light Rain Turning to Sunshine Sunday
Visitors to Crete Island this weekend can expect cooler temperatures and light, scattered rain throughout the day on Saturday.
Don’t Miss GR Wave Fest Faneromeni 2022
October 8th – 9th on the amazing beaches off Faneromeni near Sitia, GR Wave Fest Faneromeni 2022 promises thrilling windsurfing action
The Region of Crete Celebrates World Tourism Day With Key Events
This year, as in the past, the Region of Crete is actively participating in celebrations organized around World Tourism Day.
Sept. 28 in Crete: Giorgos Dalaras & Yiannis Kotsiras Give Free Concert
September 28th to Heraklion’s Pankritio Stadium, Giorgos Dalaras and Yiannis Kotsiras will give a concert organized by the Region of Crete.
Minoan Koumasa Site Open to Visitors Sunday, September 9
The Crete archaeological site of Minoan Koumasa will be open for visitors of all ages on Sunday, September 9, from 5 to 7 pm
September 11th in Gazi: A Cretan Hound Registration and Evaluation
September 11th, Cretan Hound owners and breeders will register and present for morphology the living legend.
Crete Makes 2022 Top 5 Tripadvisor “Best of the Best” List
Crete Island is among the top 5 Best Destinations in the world, according to Tripadvisor’s 2022 report.
Crete Could Be the World’s Richest Tourism Eden – Here’s Why It’s Not 
Globick says destinations are leaving revenue “on the table” for not cross-seeling experiences. Crete is another prime example.