Iorgos Pappas Heraklion police raided a local bar, seizing over 1,000 liters of untaxed alcohol and nitrous oxide cylinders capable of filling 30,000 balloons. The post Crete Police Seize Suspected Illegal Alcohol and Enough Laughing Gas for 30,000 Balloons appeared first on Argophilia .
Victoria Udrea EODY reports 45 Greek municipalities now affected by West Nile virus, including 29 in Attica, as health officials warn over-50s to take mosquito precautions. The post West Nile Virus Spreads to More Greek Municipalities appeared first on Argophilia .
Victoria Udrea A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash with a taxi in Rethymno, pushing Crete's 2026 road death toll beyond 20 amid renewed safety concerns. The post 21st Traffic Fatality of 2026 Claims a 21-Year-Old in Rethymno appeared first on Argophilia .
Arthur Butler Heraklion hotels are at 100% capacity, but staff are trapped in endless 20-day contracts, doing three jobs at once, and being told to forget to clock in. The post Crete Hotels Are 100% Full, and So Are Their Employees appeared first on Argophilia .
Iorgos Pappas Crete's tourism season remains strong, with 400-plus aircraft movements on peak days and high demand for September and October. The post Crete Summer Season Extends Through October appeared first on Argophilia .
Iorgos Pappas Crete authorities want more accurate weather monitoring at Samaria Gorge after forecast rainfall led to closures despite suitable hiking conditions. The post Samaria Gorge Weather Forecasts Under Review After Repeated Closures appeared first on Argophilia .
Manuel Santos Old mortar rounds, ammunition boxes and scattered cartridges were found just 150 to 200 metres from the Ierapetra coast, prompting maritime restrictions. The post Unexploded Ordnance Found Near Ierapetra Shoreline appeared first on Argophilia .
Iorgos Pappas From a new 3-star aparthotel in Chania to strict traditional aesthetic rules in Kimolos, here is the latest wave of approved tourism investments across Greece. The post New Tourism Projects Spread From the Cyclades to Crete and the Mainland appeared first on Argophilia .
Kostas Raptis Crete recorded 2.1 million international air arrivals in the first half of 2026, up 8.8% in Chania and Heraklion. The post Crete Tourism Stats Reveal the Island is Dominating Greek Travel appeared first on Argophilia .
Manuel Santos Sitia Beach installs a new Seatrac system, providing barrier-free sea access for people with disabilities in Eastern Crete. The post Sitia Beach Gets Seatrac Access for Swimmers With Disabilities appeared first on Argophilia .