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Heraklion Mayor

Greece Tourism Minister in Heraklion Discussing Season So Far

2022-07-14 by Phil Butler

Greece's Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias

Greece Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias praised Heraklion as a fine example of cooperation between tourism operators and local authorities.

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Meeting of MP Nikos Egoumenidou and Heraklion Mayor Vassilis Labrino

2019-06-05 by Phil Butler

MP Nikos Egoumenido and Mayor Basil Labrino

The officials met to discuss the future progress of an already approved €17.7 million euro project to revamp Heraklion’s water system.

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One Step at a Time: The Heraklion Urban Landscape Rejuvenated

2019-05-31 by Phil Butler

Heraklion playgrounds

Another amazing Heraklion playground was inaugurated last week at the junction of Itanos and Kalamas streets (near the Aghia Anna Temple).

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Heraklion Mayor Vassilis Labrinos Lights City’s Christmas Tree

2018-12-03 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Municipality of Heraklion

This past weekend Heraklion Mayor Vassilis Labrinos lit the Christmas tree in the heart of the Christmas Castle at Eleftherias Square.

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Emergency Rescue in Kerameia’s Secret Gorge

2026-05-14 By Manuel Santos

A rescue operation occurred today in the Cyclameno (Vantes) Gorge near Chania after a hiker suffered a leg fracture.

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Crete at the Center of a New Saharan Dust Wave 

2026-05-14 By Argophilia Travel News

Crete faces a new wave of African dust and mud showers this weekend. The forecast predicts improvement by Sunday and clear skies on Monday.

Mayor Manolis Menegakis for Spinalonga completion

Will Spinalonga Be Ready for Tourists This Season?  

2026-05-14 By Arthur Butler

Mayor Manolis Menegakis meets with Lasithi Ephorate of Antiquities to discuss Spinalonga completion dates, Kalo Chorio archaeological zones, and museum readiness.

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Samaria Gorge Opening Pushed to May 16

2026-05-13 By Manuel Santos

The National Park of Samaria remains closed until May 16, 2026, due to safety concerns and winter damage.

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The Dafnes Wine Festival 2026: 10 Nights of Tradition and Liatiko

2026-05-13 By Argophilia Travel News

The 49th Dafnes Wine Festival will feature live music, dancing, traditional flavors, and of course, plenty of fine wine.

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