Italy cruises

Heraklion Quarantines and Treats Cruise Ship Passenger

2020-03-24 by Phil Butler

The Costa Victoria arrives in Heraklion, Crete carrying a confirmed case of COVID-19. Officials quickly quaranteen and treat the passenger.

UNESCO Delegation Pays Assessment Visit to the Palace of Knossos

2024-09-18 By Iorgos Pappas

A UNESCO team led by a Dutch expert visited the Palace of Knossos yesterday to assess its current state. Their findings will determine whether it qualifies for the UNESCO World Heritage list. The evaluation focused on recent upgrades and the overall site’s condition, with a full review set for summer 2025. Preparations for UNESCO inclusion […]

A Musical Evening with Yiannis Kassotakis and Chrysoula Stefanaki

2024-09-18 By Argophilia Travel News

“Ag. Marina” agricultural cooperative in Siva, will celebrate 75 years with a concert featuring Chrysoula Stefanaki on September 21, 2024.

Tax Increases in Hospitality Are Unjust

2024-09-18 By Victoria Udrea

During a recent meeting with regional officials and MPs Lefteris Avgenakis and Giannis Kefalogiannis, members of the Heraklion Hoteliers Association highlighted several challenges. They focused on increases in the climate resilience tax and the municipal levy, locally known as “τέλος διαμονής παρεπιδημούντων”. These fees, paid by hotels to local municipalities, are viewed as unwarranted and […]