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This Cretan Destination Is One of the 55 Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism 2024

2024-11-16 by Manuel Santos

Anogeia Village

Crete’s Anogeia Village stands proudly among the top 55 Best Tourism Villages recognized by UN Tourism for 2024.

In 2025, Jet2 Will Offer Weekly Flights to Crete, Rhodes and Zakynthos from London Luton Airport

2024-11-15 by Argophilia Travel News

Luton Jet2 17 destinations sale

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have today revealed the latest stage in their expansion, with award-winning flights and holidays launching from London Luton Airport for Summer 25 – which becomes their 13th UK airport base.

Malevizi Flooding Risks Alert

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

Malevizi flooding risk

Malevizi warns of severe weather predicted for Friday and Saturday, advising caution due to potential flooding risks.

Autumn Rains End Drought in Crete. Flooding Possible.

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

autumn rains

Crete embraces long-awaited autumn rains after a relentless drought, offering hope for agriculture, however with a possibility for floods.

Did You Know You Can Go Skiing on Crete Island?

2024-11-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

NYNAFIT Team on Crete

While Crete lacks traditional skiing infrastructure like lifts and lodges, it offers vast and untouched slopes for those willing to earn their descents.

Crete Anticipates Strong 2025 Tourist Season

2024-11-13 by Iorgos Pappas

Crete tourist season 2025 illustration.

The tourism sector in Crete anticipates another successful season in 2025, buoyed by early bookings and strategic planning.

Crete Celebrates Wine Tourism Day 2024 Tomorrow

2024-11-09 by Phil Butler

Crete Celebrates Wine Tourism Day 2024 Tomorrow

The Wine Roads of Greece wineries, plus hundreds of other wineries in Europe, will participate in World Wine Tourism Day on November 10th.

Mylopotamos Announces Plans for Bali Diving Park

2024-11-08 by Manuel Santos

Bali Diving Park will soon become a cherished attraction in Bali seaside resort.

The future Bali Diving Park, part of Mylopotamos’s tourism strategy, promises new economic growth through sustainable tourism.

Delta Dermitzakis Partners with METKA on Ikos Kissamos Project

2024-11-07 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Ikos Kissamos resort plan

Delta Dermitzakis partners on major projects like Ikos Kissamos, reinforcing its leading role in Crete’s MEP engineering industry.

Lake Kournas Faces Historic Low

2024-11-07 by Victoria Udrea

Lake Kournas

Lake Kournas is facing a historic low due to a prolonged drought affecting Crete’s natural haven’s water supply and ecosystems.

Zominthos—Livadi—Krousonas Hike This Sunday

2024-11-05 by Kostas Raptis

Zominthos—Livadi—Krousonas hike

Don’t miss the Zominthos—Livadi—Krousonas trek organized by ΦΥ. Σ.Η. this Sunday, November 10. End your hike with a traditional Cretan meal.

RevitUp.direct Wins Three 2024 Greek Hospitality Awards

2024-11-05 by Kostas Raptis

RevitUp.direct

RevitUp.direct is pleased to announce that it has received three Greek Hospitality Awards, confirming its excellence in hospitality. These coveted awards highlight a commitment to providing innovative services. The Greek Hospitality Awards are the leading recognition institution for Greek hospitality, honoring the full spectrum of its offerings, from tourist accommodation to agency collaboration. This year’s […]

Crete’s Housing Crisis Deepens

2024-11-05 by Argophilia Travel News

Sky-high building costs and the Airbnb trend exacerbate Crete's housing crisis, impacting residents and renters alike.

Sky-high building costs and the Airbnb trend exacerbate Crete’s housing crisis, impacting residents and renters alike.

Crete Extends Tourist Season Due to Climate Change

2024-11-03 by Argophilia Travel News

climate change: warm November in Margarites

Climate change is enhancing Crete tourism by extending the island’s travel season, resulting in increased international arrivals.

Heritage Experiences Will Dominate Travel Trends in 2025

2024-11-03 by Iorgos Pappas

Heritage experiences in Crete: loom

In 2025, ancient traditions will define journeys, with 77% of travellers choosing heritage experiences—a significant shift in travel trends.

Faultline Mini Documentary Highlights Crete’s Developmental Crisis [Video]

2024-11-02 by Phil Butler

Andy Burgess Filmmaker

Crete Island is being systematically transformed into another case of lost history, hope, and identity. Since the 1960s, when the Greek government first began marketing tourism, the industry has reoriented tens of thousands of people and ruined countless villages and communities. The heart of what made Crete so special, its urban landscape and dear traditions, […]

Breaking News: Aldemar Knossos Royal Acquired by Karatzis Group for €80 Million

2024-11-02 by Iorgos Pappas

Aldemar Knossos Royal was acquired by Karatzis Group

Karatzis Group has acquired the iconic Aldemar Knossos Royal in Crete for €80 million, marking a significant expansion in its hospitality sector portfolio.

Top Reasons Why the New Kastelli Airport in Crete Will Not Open in 2027

2024-11-01 by Iorgos Pappas

Kastelli Airport

Challenges in infrastructure, connectivity, and essential support systems jeopardize the timely opening of Kastelli Airport in Crete by 2027, posing significant concerns for regional development and integration.

Souvlaki Prices Escalate in Greece

2024-10-31 by Manuel Santos

souvlaki prices rise in Greece

As souvlaki prices rise, tourists may need to seek alternatives that offer an authentic taste while staying within budget.

This November 3rd, Tour Knossos Palace Free of Charge

2024-10-30 by Iorgos Pappas

free knossos tour

Visitors are welcome to explore Knossos Palace free of charge on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 10:00 am.

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Saint George Gate Reopens, Reconnecting Heraklion Through the Venetian Walls

2025-12-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion’s Saint George Gate reopens as a daily pedestrian passage, reconnecting Ikarou Avenue with Eleftherias Square through the Venetian Walls.

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Winter Sun in Crete Is Not Your Friend

2025-12-20 By Arthur Butler

Winter sun in Crete misleads visitors into unsafe choices. Rapid weather changes, cold, wind, and terrain make the season dangerous beyond cities.

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Santa Gang 2025 Brings Christmas Role-Play to Chania Harbor

2025-12-19 By Victoria Udrea

Santa Gang 2025 turns Chania’s Venetian harbor into a Christmas role-playing game, delighting children with Santa, villains, and festive fun.

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Crete Strengthens Its Tourism Footprint in Austria

2025-12-19 By Arthur Butler

Crete reinforced its tourism presence in Austria through targeted B2B meetings in Vienna, focusing on culture, gastronomy, and sustainable travel experiences.

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Christmas Above Heraklion at Prinos Shelter

2025-12-19 By Manuel Santos

Prinos Shelter above Ano Asites opens for the holidays, offering winter walks, warm hospitality, and sweeping views over Heraklion and the Cretan mountains.

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