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The Best Crete Travel Deals This Spring

2019-05-05 by Phil Butler

A selection of Crete vacation deals for Spring 2019 that make the island of the Minoans a top choice.

Tags: Absolutely Travel, Agia Pelagia, Agia Pelagia Beach, Almyra Seaside Food & Cocktails, Chania, Crete stays, Crete vacations, Go Ahead Tours, hotels, SeaScape Luxury Residences, vactaions

Crete Destinations: Platanias Near Chania

2019-03-15 by Phil Butler

Platanias, Crete

One of Crete’s most popular tourist resorts, Platanias is situated just to the west of world famous Chania, close to Agia Marina.

Tags: Ano Platanias, Chania, Chania Prefecture, Crete vacations, Platanias, Platanias attractions, Platanias directons, Seaking Adventures, Theriso Gorge, Visit Platanias

Creta Maris Beach Resort to Open New Waterpark in May

2019-02-22 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The Creta Maris Waterpark

Starting in May of 2019, the fabulous Creta Maris Beach Resort will open a brand-new waterpark to add to its already extensive list of family-friendly amenities.

Tags: Creta Maris, Creta Maris Beach Resort, Creta Maris Waterpark, Crete resorts, Crete vacations, Malia

Five Crete Postcard Vacation Stays for 2018

2018-05-04 by Phil Butler

Anemos Luxury Grand Resort

Just last week I was driving the family back to Heraklion from a visit to Melidoni Cave in Rethymno Prefecture when I realized that we live inside a picture postcard here on Crete. The word “fabulous” does not begin to describe the beauty of this place and its people. And for vacationers looking for that ideal “bucket list” destination.

Tags: Anemos, Anemos Luxury Grand Resor, Anemos Resort, Blue Bay Resort, Cretan Sea, Crete 2018, Crete beaches, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Crete stays, Crete vacations, Great Hotels, Greece, Greek hotels, Ostria Resort, Ostria Resort & Spa, Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa, The Blue Bay Resort Hotel, The unparalleled view from Marin Dream - Courtesy the hotel The Marin Dream Hotel, Visit Greece

Stays in Paradise: Hotel Porto Antico in Chania

2017-02-01 by Phil Butler

Hotel Porto Antico

As part of Argo News’ ongoing efforts of discovery, here’s a look at what may be the perfect city stay in all Greece, Hotel Porto Antico in Chania’s old city.

Tags: Chania, Chania hotels, Crete vacations, Greece, Greek hotels, Porto Antico Hotel, Visit Greece

Sterling Value Gives Europe Vacations Sense

2014-08-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Balos Lagoon on Crete - courtesy Enrico Donelli

According to a report from Insuremore, the effects of a strong pound are being felt in the European travel market. Over the last twelve months, according to the news, the average price of family holidays in Europe have plummeted.

Tags: Crete vacations, Croatia vacations, Eastern Europe, Europe vacations, UK vacations, vacation deals

Ten Summer “Gems” on Crete

2013-09-08 by Phil Butler

On stage at the 'Theatre in the Fields" - NowHeraklion

As Summer draws to a close in the Mediterranean Crete affords a special opportunity for last minute vacation memories. The land of the ancient Minoans is as unique as those distant ancestors were culturally, and as magnificent an adventure as any place in Europe.

Tags: ALVI, Chania, crete, Crete attractions, Crete hotels, Crete Sardine Festival, Crete vacations, Greece, Heraklion, Island getaways, Lato Boutique, Lato Boutique Hotel, NowHeraklion, Samaria Gorge, Spinalonga, The Med

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Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

27-year-old man arrested

27-Year-Old Arrested at Heraklion Port Trying to Buy Piraeus Ferry Ticket Without Travel Papers

2026-10-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Coast Guard officers arrest a 27-year-old man at Heraklion port for attempting to buy a Piraeus ferry ticket without papers and verbally abusing officers.

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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