Vai Beach in Itanos, eastern Crete, is a unique gem crowned by Europe’s largest natural palm forest, offering golden sands, ...

Boat tours leave regularly from the fishing town of Plaka and small port city of Elounda and can take you to secret swimming spots or to the island for sightseeing. From the outdoor bar of Blue Palace ...

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Crete on Thursday morning, as the tremors were felt across the Greek island and the Aegean Sea region. Authorities have not reported any serious ...

Authorities on Friday declared a state of emergency in parts of the municipality of Ierapetra following a devastating wildfire in eastern Crete that has since been brought largely under control, local ...

For the Greeks, Crete is megalonissos—the big island—and true to that designation it packs plenty of stunning scenery and cultural marvels. The fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, it is ...

Greece is planning to extend its territorial waters in the eastern part of the Crete Island, Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias said on Tuesday. Speaking at a parliament session discussing draft ...