Beware of these summer scams in Crete
Summer scams at ATMs and on the beach. Summer rolls around and, for a lot of us, that means travel and a bit of downtime. But unfortunately, it also brings […]
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Summer scams at ATMs and on the beach. Summer rolls around and, for a lot of us, that means travel and a bit of downtime. But unfortunately, it also brings […]
Beware of these summer scams in Crete read more »
Paralia Vlichadia and Agios Antonios beaches on the Agios Ioannis peninsula in eastern Crete. “Paralia” is Greek and means “beach” in English. On the north coast of the wild Aghios
Drones used to monitor beach chairs – 3,000 complaints about arbitrary behaviour. Positive Developments Show Beaches Are Better Managed Than Last Year This year, beaches look a lot better than
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Strong winds cause high waves, and red flags on the beach mean: no swimming allowed! General Conditions and Safety Measures in Rethymno Rethymno sits on Crete’s northern coast, famous for
Beware of the waves! read more »
Tropical Vai beach on the east coast of Crete: The famous palm beach of Vai Finikodasos, the beach of Itanos, Palekastro and surroundings and the Moni Toplou monastery. The beach
Beach Accessories Holidays: Essential Items for a Perfect Seaside Getaway. A holiday at the beach is all about unwinding, soaking up the sun, and just hanging out with friends or
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MyCoast App Records Beach Violations: A Comprehensive Overview. MyCoast App Records Beach Violations The MyCoast app, introduced by the Greek government in late April 2024, has already seen significant engagement.
MyCoast app and new rules for the beach read more »
Tourists rescued at Ammoudara and Agios Nikolaos, increase in jellyfish sting incidents and new measures to protect swimmers on the beaches of Heraklion prefecture. German tourist rescued by rescue swimmer
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Regulations for beaches in Crete, the cheapest beach is in Chania, and in Attica, up to 320 euros are now charged for sun loungers and dress codes. Beaches: Legal Rules
Beaches in Crete: Important regulations and what you need to know read more »
A devastating 24 hours on Crete, as four people lost their lives on the beaches of Crete. Four people lost their lives on the beaches of Crete in just one
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In strong winds and yellow flags, you should not swim too far out on Crete’s beaches. The swift intervention of the lifeguards prevented two tourists from drowning on Potamos beach
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Where is Swimming Prohibited on Crete? Top Restricted Beaches and Areas. So, you’re thinking about swimming in Crete, but you’ve heard some beaches might actually be off-limits? That’s not just
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Either jog a kilometre along the road in the sun to Elafonisi Beach and then find no sun loungers or parasols – or park your car in unofficial pirate car
Update June 11: Elafonisi risks losing its reputation read more »
Severe pollution at the famous Stavros Beach near Chania, where Anthony Quinn danced his famous ‘Sirtaki’ in the film ‘Alexis Sorbas’. Update: Clear facts and expert insights The underground pumping
Update: Clear facts and expert insights for Environmental pollution on Stavros Beach read more »
In the prefecture of Chania, a French woman dies near Balos and an Austrian woman near Georgioupolis. Tourist dies on her way to Balos Beach Two female tourists had their
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Aghios Nikolaos, the capital of the prefecture Lasithi with the famous heart lake Voulismeni. History, Sightseeing, Beaches, Hotels and practical hints. Aghios Nikolaos Aghios Nikolaos (called Ag Nik by many
Greece ranks second in the world with excellent Blue Flag beaches – 153 of them in Crete alone. Greece has received 623 Blue Flags Greece picked up 623 Blue Flags
Crete leads the way with 153 Blue Flags for beaches read more »
A lot going on at the Richtis gorge yesterday. Plus photos from the nearby coastal town of Mochlos. Richtis Gorge Richtis Gorge (Greek: Φαράγγι του Ρίχτη) is a beautiful and
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Economic problems prevent the deployment of lifeguards outside the core holiday season in the municipalities of the prefecture of Heraklion on Crete. Many beaches in the Heraklion region will be
Lifeguards only from June to September on many beaches in Crete read more »
The management plans for protected areas around the beaches of Elafonisi, Balos and Falassarna. Perhaps a visit to Kedrodasos or “Syrtaki” beach near Chania is also worthwhile for some as
Protection zones for outstanding beaches in western Crete read more »