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Perfect Crete, Perfect Saganaki, and a 626 All Day Hamburger Surprise

2017-08-29 by Phil Butler

grilled perfection

Last week we dined at a number of wonderful restaurants here on Crete, our first breakfast experience after arriving was a sampling of the morning fare at 626 All Day Lounge & City Garden convinced us the chef there truly knows his business.

Tags: 626 All Day, burgers of Europe, Crete dining, Crete food, Crete restaurants, Europe restaurants, great burgers, Heraklion dining, Heraklion food, Heraklion hotels, Heraklion restaurants, Heraklon city, hotel restaurants, Olive Green, Olive Green Hotel, Saganaki

A Week on Crete for the Family

2017-07-10 by Phil Butler

Incredible Crete

Being destined to one week “only” on Crete is something like passing through heaven on your way to anywhere else. This arid, sunny, and friendly paradise in the eastern Mediterranean is a place people go to, and then never leave. For couples and singles, hitting a good many high spots might be feasible, but for a small family the itinerary must be crisp, tailored, and the traveler must take a lot into consideration. Here’s a suggested week long stay, an introduction to one of the world’s most fabulous getaways.

Tags: Chrisostomos Beach, Creta Star, Creta Star Hotel, Heraklion, Heraklion prefecture, Lato Boutique Hotel, Metala, Mires Street Market, Olive Green Hotel, Plakias, Rethymno, Skaleta, Skaleta Beach, Villa Koutsakis

Europe’s Five Most Innovative Hotels 2016

2016-12-27 by Phil Butler

Il Sereno

2016 has witnessed many shifts toward the cutting edge of hospitality from the emergence of Big Data analytics to the sharing economy and beyond. 2016 began with a promise of innovation and renewed profitability and ends on a note of strong growth for many hotels. In Europe, the long list of innovators in the hotel space […]

Tags: design hotels, Europe hotels, Fendi Private Suites, Il Sereno, Nikki Beach Bodrum, Olive Green Hotel, Zoku

Olive Green Hotel: Greece’s First Truly Eco-Friendly Stay

2016-11-16 by Phil Butler

Olive Green Hotel in Heraklion

The brand new Olive Green Hotel has just opened in Heraklion, Crete.

Tags: Crete hotels, eco-friendly, eco-hotels, Greece hotels, Heraklion, Heraklion hotels, Karatarakis Hotels, Olive Green Hotel

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Samaria Gorge Refuses to Open on Schedule

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The traditional May 1 opening of Samaria Gorge is delayed. Rockfalls and high water levels have made the Cretan trek impassable.

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The Arkalos Mountain Running Club led a major environmental cleanup in Chania, proving that the love of sport and nature go hand in hand.

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Maritime Alert: Military Exercises to Close Coastal Zones in Western Crete

2026-04-16 By Argophilia Travel News

NAMFI drills scheduled for late April will close maritime zones A1 and A2 in Western Crete. Check schedules for Chania and Rethymno.

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The Stone and the Spark: Crete’s Sovereign Spring

2026-04-16 By Phil Butler

As Spring 2026 unfolds, a quiet but profound transformation is taking root across the Cretan landscape. While much of the world grapples with rapid change, Crete is looking back to its oldest traditions to build a new kind of future—one defined by self-reliance, local pride, and a deep respect for the land. At the core […]

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Invitation to a Sunday Hike Through Kalidonia

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Explore the 7km circular trail in Kalidonia. See Melissourgio, Venetian fountains, and enjoy views of Chania and Kissamos Gulfs this Sunday.

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