Nikos Gavalas

Solo Brewery of Crete: Rewriting Ancient Laws for Beer Drinkers

2021-08-09 by Phil Butler

Crete is famous for many, many things. Only now, the land the Minoans once roamed may soon be epic for its craft beermaking.

Crete’s Potential As An Agrotourism Destination Is Unmatched

2020-07-06 by Phil Butler

Crete’s amazing potential as an agrotourism destination is unmatched and undersold.

Heraklion MP Nikos Egoumenidou Seeks Help for Crete Wine Growers

2020-05-14 by Phil Butler

Nikos Egoumenidou, Socrates Vardakis, and Harry Mamoulaki are asking help from Greece’s Minister of Agriculture for Crete winegrowers.

July 2019: Sharing Instagram Magic from Heraklion’s 2019 Tourism Season

2019-07-07 by Phil Butler

The 2019 tourism season has finally cranked up on Crete, and Heraklion Instagram shares reveal part of the amazing experiences being had by people from around the world.

Samaria Gorge Will Remain Closed as Fire Risk Rises

2026-04-21 By Manuel Santos

Samaria Gorge will not open on May 1 after landslides, as Crete braces for a tough fire season with strict rules and rising risks.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis Positions Crete as Year-round Tourism Leader

2026-04-21 By Iorgos Pappas

Mitsotakis outlines Crete’s 12-month tourism vision, linking culture, infrastructure, and spending to a stronger 2026 travel model.

Kantanos-Selino Pushes for Mountain Sovereignty in Anogia

2026-04-21 By Iorgos Pappas

Mayor Antonios Perrakis met Deputy Minister Kontogeorgis to discuss the National Strategy for Regional Development and the new Secretariat for Mountainous Areas.