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ForTheLoveOfCrete

What NOT to Do When Interacting with Cretans to Show Respect

Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, is not just a place of breathtaking landscapes and ancient history—it is a ...
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Record-Breaking Visits to Knossos Palace: €3.5 Million Modernization Plan and 2025 Price Adjustments

Knossos Palace, the crown jewel of Minoan civilization and one of Greece’s most treasured archaeological sites, shattered all previous attendance ...
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8 Must-See Gems of Gavdos, Crete: Complete Travel Guide to Europe’s Southernmost Island

Just a short ferry ride away from Crete’s southern coast lies Gavdos Island – Europe’s southernmost point and one of ...
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Spinalonga Island Entrance Fee More Than Doubles for 2025: What Visitors Need to Know

Visitors to Crete’s historic Spinalonga Island will face significantly higher costs in 2025, with entrance fees more than doubling from ...
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Nikos Kazantzakis: Exploring His Fascinating Life and Enduring Legacy Beyond Zorba

When most people hear the name Nikos Kazantzakis, they immediately think of Zorba the Greek, but this towering figure of ...
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Crete’s New Souda Cruise Terminal: The Delicate Balance of Development and Preservation in 2025

A major infrastructure project is underway in Chania that will significantly alter Crete’s tourism landscape, raising both economic opportunities and ...
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Lost in Crete: Meet the Author Laurie Strange

Welcome to another exciting installment in our For the Love of Crete interview series! Today, I’m delighted to introduce you ...
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21 Mouthwatering Greek Mezedes You Must Try in Crete

You’re about to discover the absolute heart and soul of Cretan cuisine through its most beloved Greek mezedes – those ...
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Changes Coming to Kourtaliotiko Gorge in 2025: Limited Access, New Fees, and Swimming Ban

Kourtaliotiko Gorge, one of Crete’s most spectacular natural attractions in southern Rethymno, will implement a new management system including a ...
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5 Fascinating Facts About The Cretan Dialect: The Living Heritage of Cretan Greek

Crete stands as a cultural treasure at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, where Europe’s oldest living dialect thrives alongside traditions ...
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JW Marriott to Open First Greek Resort on Crete’s Marathi Beach in Summer 2025

Luxury hotel brand JW Marriott is set to make its Greek debut this summer with the opening of a sprawling ...
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New ETIAS Requirement for Greece: What Travelers from 60 Countries Need to Know for 2025-2026

Travelers from the United States, United Kingdom, and approximately 60 other countries planning to visit Crete and other parts of ...
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15 Amazing Day Tours From Chania You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner

Chania isn’t just another pretty Greek city—it’s your gateway to Crete’s most unforgettable experiences. These 15 day tours from Chania ...
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Crete Cut Off: Strike to Halt All Flights, Ferries, and Ground Transport This Friday, February 28

All flights to and from Crete will be grounded this Friday as Greece braces for a 24-hour nationwide general strike ...
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Rethymno Carnival 2025: “Come Into the Light” Theme Marks 111 Years of Celebration

The vibrant streets of Rethymno are once again pulsating with carnival energy as the city’s renowned celebration continues under the ...
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