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Coming Up October 7th at Arkalochori – The Crete Half Marathon

2018-09-30 by Phil Butler

Crete Half Marathon 2018

On Sunday October 7th, 2018, the Athletic Health Club’s CRETE Half Marathon offers runners the unique opportunity to enjoy an idyllic course. Runners of all levels will take part in 10km, 5km, and 1km races.

Tags: Arkalochori, Arkalochori events, Arkalochori half marathon, Athletic Health Club, crete, Crete athletics, Crete clubs, Crete events, Crete Half marathon, Heraklion events, runners, running

Coming On Crete: The International Mountain Race Psiloritis 2018

2018-03-29 by Phil Butler

Mt. Psiloritis

Coming up June 3rd, the International Mountain Race Psiloritis will challenge the world’s mountain racers to run in the footsteps of mighty Zeus. An event envisioned back in 2008 for Mt. Olympus, Race Psiloritis is now an “one of” international runner’s experience.

Tags: Amari Valley, Crete events, Crete races, Crete sports, cross country racing, Ideon Cave, International Mountain Race Psiloritis, marathon, mountain race, Mt. Psiloritis, Nida Plateau, Platania Amariou, race challenge, Race Psiloritis, road race, run Crete, runner's world, runners, Zeus Cretagenes

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The Municipality of Sitia and Port Fund representatives attended Seatrade Cruise Global 2026 in Miami to pitch Sitia as a new authentic cruise destination.

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INNSiDE by Meliá Arrives in Elounda, Signaling a New Era for Lifestyle Luxury in Crete

2026-04-17 By Phil Butler

May 2026 is set to mark a notable shift in the trajectory of Greek hospitality, as Meliá Hotels International introduces its INNSiDE brand to the island of Crete for the very first time. The opening of INNSiDE by Meliá Elounda is more than just another addition to the region’s already established luxury portfolio. It represents […]

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2026-04-17 By Kostas Raptis

The second phase of the Agios Nikolaos Marina upgrade has begun, with the installation of Italian floating piers, solar panels, and smart LED lighting.

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2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

The Cave of Zeus elevator project was nixed, while local businesses in the Lasithi Plateau struggle with long-term site closures.

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2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

After years of scaffolding, dust, and the occasional existential crisis, the Municipal Market of Chania (Δημοτική Αγορά Χανίων) is preparing for a meaningful comeback. Through coordinated institutional efforts, €1.5 million in funding has been secured to provide immediate support to approximately 50 local professionals whose businesses were disrupted by the extensive reconstruction works. The financial intervention aims […]

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