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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.

And You’re not Vacationing on Crete, Because?

Here are the only 8 reasons we figure you're not already on vacation on Crete Island, Greece's biggest touristic paradise.

The Knossos Research Centre Summer Lectures 2022 Schedule

A series of Summer lectures beginning this month at Crete’s Knossos Research Center begins this month, discussing facets of Hellenic…

Crete’s 2022 Summer: Already Burning With Fun

Crete is already buzzing with travelers intent on experiencing a summer to remember. Here are a few of them at…

What If the Secrets of Keftiu Could Rescue Humanity’s Future?

We must look into our past, perhaps at the mysterious Keftiu, to search for the ideal path for our society.

A 5.7 Magnitude Quake Rattles Crete Island

Crete island was rocked this morning by a magnitude 5.7 earthquake offshore of the seaside village of Lentas, in the…

The Connectedness of Beauty: A Secret of Crete Few People Know

They say "It's a small world," but on Crete Island the cliche takes on new meaning for those who love…

Hashtag #Heraklion: Ready for Shaky Christmas 2021

Christmas 2021 in Heraklion won't be anything like it was in the past. Too much has changed. But one sliver…

How to Face the Cretan Winter?

will choose the Cretan winter (lasting from October until mid-April) to visit our island, but just in case, here's how…

Crete Earthquake Swarms Have Islanders On Edge

Earthquake swarms on Crete have islanders fearful of a possible main event. This morning's 4.5 magnitude event follows many in…

A Lord Of the Mountain Mists: Alexandros Roniotis, A Small God of Crete

Teacher, adventurer, husband, father, innovator, nature lover, Alexandros Roniotis loves Crete. Here is a true sMall God of Crete.

Crete Is For Those Who Truly Seek An Experience Like No Other

Crete Island has experiences to remember on so many levels. Unbelievably, there very few who dream of Keftiu days and…

Farewell Lovefoodish: Crete Will Miss Your Bright Smile Til Next Time

Our sweet friend Marina (Lovefoodish) has left Incredible Crete for her home in Switzerland. Farewell dear friend.

Toplou Monastery to Get Much Needed Upgrades

According to the Greek Ministry of Development and Investment, Sitia’s Toplou Monastery will receive much needed upgrades.

Kissamos Municipality Begins Arkalochori Aid Drive Today

In the wake of the earthquakes at Arkalochori in Heraklion Prefecture, the Municipality of Kissamos has begun an aid drive.

The Heraklion Gastronomy Festival Opens Today at the Venetian Harbor

Friday September 24th - Monday the 27th, locals and visitors to Crete can enjoy the Heraklion Gastronomy Festival at the…

90 of Europe’s Oldest Breed – Kritikos Lagonikos – Registered On Crete

This past weekend registration for 90 dogs of Europe's oldest breed, the legendary Kritikos Lagonikos took place on Crete.

One of Chania’s Old Hammams Reshaped Into Art Gallery

One of the ancient Turkish baths of the Municipality of Chania has been transformed into an art gallery and exhibition…