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The Municipality of Heraklion invites you to a free guided tour at the Minoan houses of Tylisos on May 17, led by Athina Kyriakaki-Sfakaki.

Flood waters from the Lasithi Plateau have pushed over one million cubic meters into the Aposelemis Dam, providing a short-term water boost, says OAK Director Aris Papadogiannis.

PASOK-KINAL President Nikos Androulakis visited Arkalochori to expose the still-grim conditions of Arkalochori earthquake victims.

Heraklion’s Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos confirmed a €1.7 million renovation of Kalokairinou Avenue under the “Crete 2021-2027” program.

Plakiotissa Dam, set to irrigate 30,000 acres, marks a turning point for the region’s agriculture and economy with holistic water resource planning underway.

Mitsis Group weighs involvement in reviving the Kokkini Hani Tourism School, signaling a new era for Greek hospitality education.

Dia Island cleanup returns for its 15th year as Cretan volunteers collect debris before the tourism season.

On May 9, local authorities, officials, and citizens in Crete gathered to commemorate the anniversary of the National Struggles and the acts of Resistance against Nazism and Fascism.

On Friday, Sitia residents staged a powerful demonstration in Heraklion, calling for the inclusion of the Agios Nikolaos–Sitia stretch in the VOAK road project.

US students from SUNY ESF and the Hellenic Mediterranean University converge on Crete to explore applied sustainability and the future of Kastelli’s new airport.

Pankritio Stadium receives a major UEFA upgrade as Heraklion’s officials push technical works to host Greece’s national football team friendlies in June.

Art Therapy with Pottery by Koumoulia Ceramics offers a four-session workshop in Heraklion that blends emotional expression and creative introspection.

Agios Nicholas prepares to welcome 49 cruise ships—a 20% increase. Local officials attended the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Heraklion, seeking to cement Agios Nicholas as a major cruise stop.

At the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Heraklion, tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry executives explore the future of Mediterranean cruise travel.

On May 6, 2025, the Region of Crete welcomed the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism for a high-level work meeting.

Mártsalo Walk in southern Crete—an off-the-map hike for travelers and locals who love wild beaches and history.

Crete promoted its tourist attractions to the Arabian Gulf at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai (April 28 – May 1, 2025).

VOAK completion on Crete inches forward as the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure, Nikos Tachiaos, discusses the latest hurdles and plans for the island’s major highway.