Which Crete beaches stay calm when the meltemi’s north wind picks up
When strong north winds roughen Crete's northern coast, south-facing beaches such as Matala, Plakias and Palaiochora may offer…
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Eight Crete locations look more striking at night, travel feature says
A CretaOne feature highlights Crete sites, from Venetian harbours to mountain villages, described as more impressive after sunset.
Crete faces very high wildfire risk on Saturday, civil protection on alert
Crete's civil protection mechanism is on heightened alert as the region faces a category 4, "very high" wildfire…
Transport minister says new Kastelli airport on track for November 2028 opening
Greece's infrastructure minister says the new Kastelli airport remains on track to be fully operational by November 2028,…
Region of Crete deploys digital tools to support 2026–2028 mosquito control programme
The Region of Crete is using the e-bite and Mosquito Vision digital tools to support its 2026–2028 integrated…
BOAK to close for two days near Xiropotamos bridge for rock removal work
The existing BOAK highway will close near the Xiropotamos bridge on August 10-11 for removal of unstable rock…
Chania short-term rental bookings reach 85% ahead of mid-August holiday
Short-term rental pre-bookings in Chania have reached 85% for the mid-August holiday week, market data shows.
Free music night set for Knossos Park in Heraklion on August 7
A free live music event featuring Greek folk and popular songs takes place at Knossos Park in Heraklion…
Crete proposes timed entry system for Balos Lagoon
Local authorities in western Crete have asked Greece’s Ministry of Environment and Energy to introduce timed visitor entry…
BOAK to close near Xiropotamos bridge on Friday for rock removal work
The New Road Axis of Crete (BOAK) will close at the Xiropotamos bridge on Friday, August 7, 2026,…
Forecaster predicts stronger meltemi winds and rising fire risk in Greece through mid-August
Meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas forecasts a stronger meltemi from Sunday, with hot, dry weather and heightened fire risk continuing…
Minister says Preveli’s palm forest survived Rethymnon wildfire almost intact
Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou says the Preveli palm forest lost only 3.5 acres out of 30 in a…
Lifeguard union raises coverage concerns for Crete beaches as Greece logs 378 drowning deaths a year on average
Greece averages 378 fatal water accidents a year, and Heraklion's lifeguard union head says coverage often falls short…
Crete’s fuel prices remain among Greece’s highest as national unleaded average tops €2 a liter
Crete's four regional units register among Greece's highest unleaded prices, with Heraklion at €2.061 per liter as the…
EMY forecasts hot, sunny weather for Crete on Thursday, August 6
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service forecasts generally clear, hot weather for Crete on Thursday, with temperatures reaching up…
Crete’s 12th Cretan Cuisine Festival concludes in Arkalochori
The 12th Cretan Cuisine Festival concluded Sunday in Arkalochori, drawing large crowds and dozens of cultural associations from…
Crete Included in National Rollout of 1,000 New AI Traffic Cameras
Crete is included in a national tender for 1,000 new AI traffic cameras, part of a 44-million-euro project…
Chania Municipal Council to Approve Rents and Return of Traders to Municipal Market
Chania's council votes on rents and nine-year leases for traders returning to the city's Municipal Market.
Crete’s Greatest Archaeological Treasures Reveal the Depth of Minoan Civilization
A look at major archaeological finds in Crete, from the Phaistos Disc to the palace treasures of Malia,…
Seven Historical Figures from Crete Whose Lives Remain Little Known
Cretaone profiles seven historical figures from Crete, including Kazantzakis, El Greco and Venizelos, and lesser-known details of their…
Children Perform Aristophanes’ ‘Peace’ at Chania Municipal Library Event
Chania Municipal Library presents a children's adaptation of Aristophanes' 'Peace' on August 6, with free admission.
Lasithi food-service associations press for action on BOAK road works, inspections and costs
2 Lasithi food-service associations met on 4 August to press for action on BOAK road works, noise-limit inspections…
Geotechnical scientists inspect fire-hit Rethymno as federation seeks full compensation
Public-sector geotechnical scientists inspected fire-hit Rethymno, reporting tree-crop losses of 55% or more as their federation seeks full…
Ierapetra hosts Eastern Crete Gastronomy Festival dedicated to the sea
The Eastern Crete Gastronomy Festival ran in Ierapetra on Sunday 2 August, presenting 49 local recipes to a…
Heraklion Paves Roads and Maintains Green Spaces and Street Lighting
The Municipality of Heraklion is paving Ikarou and Nathena streets and maintaining green spaces and street lighting across…
Crete Weather Forecast: Sunshine and Highs to 37°C on Wednesday, August 5th
Crete's forecast for Wednesday, August 5: clear skies, northerly winds up to 7 Beaufort, and highs of 37°C…