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Archaeologists Make More Stunning Discoveries on Crete

Archaeologists working at the site of ancient Falasarna, in the far west of Crete island, unearth scores of new artifacts…

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 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.

EU Approves New €565M Crete Region Programme 2021-2027

The EU commits €565M for Crete Region Programme 2021-2027. The region's governor says implementation will begin soon.

Bulletin: Risk of Fire in Chania Very High Today, Sunday, August 21, 2022

The risk of fire for Chania Prefecture is now very high, according to the General Secretariat of Civil Protection.

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.

Come to Greece, Ride, Learn, Trust, and Live Well

Greece is a year-round tourism destination like no other. New initiatives by officials and individuals may now deliver on the…

Crete Region Funds “Chrissi Island Management Plan”

Region of Crete, the Museum of Natural History, the University of Crete, and of the MAICH extend Chrissi Island eco-research.

Crete’s Finest Athletes End Tribute to Olympic Days at Karteros Beach

"Sports, from dream to feat," a three-day sports celebration, culminated at the National Coastal Sports Facilities in Karteros Beach.

This Week at the Karteros Beach Sports Center – Olympic Days 2022

Coming up July 15-17, the festival Olympic Days 2022 will see top athletes, coaches, and beach sports enthusiasts gather at…

In June 100,000 Plus Israeli Tourists Visited Greece

The Israeli Embassy says 100,000 Israeli tourists visited Greece last month. This, combined with investing news, can only be good…

Wizz Air Cuts Flights to Heraklion on Crete

Budget airline Wizz Air has reduced Summer flights to Heraklion from Cardiff Airport as part of a reduction in its…

IHF Beach Handball Championships Semi-Finals Action

The IHF Beach Handball World Championships continue today with quarter-final, and semi-final matchups at Karteros Beach in Crete.

Day 3 of the IHF Beach Handball World Championships at Karteros

Day 3 of the 2022 IHF Beach Handball World Championship tipped off as 12 men’s and 12 women's teams inch…

Greece Shines at Opening of IHF Beach Handball World Championships

Yesterday, the 2022 IHF Men’s and Women’s Beach Handball World Championship got underway at the Karteros Beach Sports Center on…

Croatia Men and Spain Women Snatch Youth Beach Handball World Titles

Yesterday at Karteros, Crete, Croatia and Spain won our over tough teams from Brazil and Netherlands to become the 2022…

IHF Beach Handball Championships Continue at Karteros in Heraklion

Today, the knockout round in the Youth division features the quarter-finals and the semi-finals leading to tomorrow's championship match.

Trends Say Americans Guarded Over Travel 2022

A new survey by Forbes Advisor says more than half (54%) of summer vacationers polled say the cost of trips…

Greece’s EODY Reports 4,496 New COVID Cases

Greece officials at the National Public Health Organization (EODY) confirmed 4,496 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours.