The Heraklion Mountaineering Club launches a beginner mountaineering school, teaching safe, independent mountain travel across Crete’s alpine terrain.
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People Die Hiking Alone in Crete in Winter
Often in winter, hikers die in Crete after going alone into mountains and canyons. Weather, hypothermia, and delayed rescues turn mistakes fatal.
Rent From Locals, a Platform Built for Small Local Car Rental Companies
Rent From Locals connects travelers with small local car rental companies, offering fair prices, local knowledge, and a more human way to rent cars.
Do Not Hike Cretan Canyons in December
Cretan canyons are effectively closed from November to March. Samaria Gorge is shut, winter weather is dangerous, and hikers risk hypothermia and death.
EasyJet and Jet2 Add New UK–Greece Routes for 2026
EasyJet and Jet2 boost UK–Greece connectivity for 2026 with new routes, more seats, and expanded access to key destinations.
Crete Stunned After Deadliest Migrant Shipwreck Near Ierapetra
Ierapetra faced an unprecedented tragedy as 17 young migrants were recovered from a half-sunken vessel south of Crete.
Travel Advisory: Crete Begins Farmer Protests With Road and Airport Disruptions
Major farmer mobilisations begin in Crete, including a rally at Pankritio Stadium and planned disruptions at Chania Airport and VOAK. Travellers advised to monitor routes.
Crete’s Ports on High Alert as Dangerous Weather Approaches
Heraklion and Rethymno port authorities issue warnings and activate full readiness as severe weather approaches Crete.
A New Chapter for Accessible Tourism in Crete
“Crete for All” transforms hospitality through hands-on accessibility training for 500 workers. A gentle shift with real impact.
Crete’s VOAK (BOAK) Highway Project Stalls Again
Concerns grow over VOAK (BOAK) delays and mounting costs. Heraklion’s Chamber urges transparency and faster progress on Crete’s key road.
A Rare Pause for Crete’s Markets
Crete’s street markets close for a national strike as producers protest new rules. What tourists should know and how it affects travel plans.
Crete Scores 91% Visitor Satisfaction
A 91% satisfaction rate paints Crete as perfect. Argophilia explores the truth behind the sunny numbers.
Cretan Farmer Blockades Force KTEL to Rewrite Reality
Cretan farmer blockades hit KTEL routes, forcing early departures and pure road chaos.
Crete Refuses to Do Winter Again
If November had a personality, this year it would be that friend who shows up late, dressed for a party you did not invite them to, and insists everything is fine. Because on the very last day of the month, Crete decided to cancel winter entirely and deliver temperatures that felt suspiciously like early spring. […]
Crete Prepares for the Loudest Motorcade of the Season
Heraklion taxi drivers launch a fiery 48-hour strike over “pirate taxis,” protesting rare but infuriating illegal rides across Crete.
Passengers Deserve Better Than a Panic Press Release
Aegean’s latest safety press release raises questions about transparency and communication. Argophilia examines what passengers really need to know.
How Bougainvillea Became Cretan
Bougainvillea came from far away, but in Crete it found its true home, painting the island’s villages with endless waves of color.
Ice Cream Is Secretly Driving US Tourism to Greece
Growing US travel to Greece aligns with Americans’ strong ice cream preferences, creating new opportunities in hospitality and dining.
INNSiDE Elounda Promises a Different Crete
The new INNSiDE Elounda resort opens May 2026, offering luxury accommodation, private pools, wellness activities, and contemporary Greek cuisine in Elounda.
From 2026, Cash Rent Becomes Illegal in Greece
Greece bans cash rent payments from January 1, 2026. All rent must be paid via registered bank accounts under Law 5222/20
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