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Sun, sea and serenity: Why Crete should be your top holiday pick

From centuries-old harbours and secluded beaches to luxury hotels and private pools – here’s why Greece’s largest island is the perfect setting for a dream getaway…

The Independent UK

Woman on vacation in Greece gets stuck abroad after being diagnosed with cancer

Sandra Gutierrez told she must stay in Crete for emergency treatment

The Independent UK

Woman diagnosed with cancer while on vacation in Greece

Sandra Gutierrez told she must stay in Crete for emergency treatment

The Independent UK

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How an all-inclusive hotel helped me rediscover how to holiday

It’s been years since Benjamin Parker had a holiday where the entire itinerary consisted of doing nothing, but this resort in Crete showed him that recline, read, rest, repeat is a perfectly acceptable ‘flop and drop’ schedule

The Independent UK

Couple estimates ‘about £2,200’ loss due to flight disruption

Tom Perry said his flight from Crete had been cancelled about an hour before he planned to leave for the airport.

The Independent UK

Crete at ‘extreme risk’ from wildfires as blazes burn around Mediterranean

The latest evacuation orders were issued on the islands of Corfu and Evia

Evening Standard

Greece fires – live: Tourists in Rhodes and Corfu evacuated as Croatia also battles wildfires

Tuesday expected to bring more wildfires as ‘extreme fire risk’ issued for Crete and Rhodes

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Where is hot in Europe in December? 8 best European holiday destinations for sunny weather

You don’t need to change hemispheres to swap festive fun for festive sun

The Independent UK

10 of the best family holidays to Greece to keep the kids entertained

From kids’ clubs and playgrounds to activities for teenagers, we’ve rounded up the top family-friendly spots

The Independent UK

Buying in Crete: Greek island homes from €495k on the market after 20 years of planning

Elounda Hills is a new luxury development in Crete which prioritises sustainability.

Evening Standard

Prices of package holidays in popular Mediterranean destinations leap

TravelSupermarket figures show steepest rises in Crete at 25%, followed by Tenerife at 22% and Mallorca at 21%

The Guardian - UK

Holiday warning as getaways popular with Irish hit with jaw-dropping price increases

Irish tourists are being warned that holiday package prices have suddenly surged by up to 25% in popular European destinations. The list include including Spain, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus and Crete.

Irish Mirror

Bloke finds 'secret' window in his hotel room leading straight to all-inclusive bar

In a viral TikTok clip, Raene and Willow showed the interesting room they stayed in at the Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort in Crete, Greece, which had a very conveniently placed window

Daily Mirror

Most affordable European destinations to visit this summer

From the price to a cocktail to the average Airbnb charge, here is where you can make your pennies stretch the most

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Family of Scottish mum murdered on Greek island believe she knew killer

Jean Hanlon's body was discovered in March 2009 at Heraklion harbour in Crete, however, the incident remains unsolved after 14 years of investigating the murder.

Edinburgh Live

Family of Scottish mum killed on Greek island 14 years ago believe she knew killer

Jean Hanlon was found dead at Heraklion harbour in Crete in 14 years ago but a long-running case has failed to find how she came to harm. Now her family think she knew the man she had met hours before her death.

Wales Online

Diary gives clue to death of mum in Crete 14 years ago

Jean had moved to Crete to start a new life

Daily Record

Family of Scots mum murdered on Greek island 14 years ago believe she knew killer

Jean Hanlon was found dead at Heraklion harbour in Crete in March 2009 but a long-running case has failed to find how she came to harm

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Whitley Bay chef faces losing leg after horror motorbike smash on Greek holiday

Ryan Brooke, who works at Lola Jeans in Tynemouth, is in hospital in Crete after suffering horrific injuries in crash he can't remember

Wales Online

Easyjet announces new routes from Bristol Airport

Travellers will be able to explore the souks of Morroco and the beaches of Crete, starting from June

The Week

Trip of the week: on the trail of gods and heroes in Crete

With its glorious mountain landscapes and distinctive archaeological heritage, Crete is a jewel among Mediterranean islands – but it gets crowded in summer. If you go in early spring, however, says Alec Russell in the FT, you’ll find something approaching solitude in these wondrous places; the wildflowers will be out,…

Daily Mirror

Mum who died on Greek island may have met murder suspect on dating website

53-year-old Jean Hanlon was found dead in March 2009 at Heraklion harbour in Crete. However, the long-running case has failed to find out how she came to have died

Daily Record

Scots mum who died on Greek island may have met murder suspect on dating website

Jean Hanlon was found dead at Heraklion harbour in Crete in 2009 but a long-running case has failed to find out how she came to harm

The Independent UK

The perfect holiday destinations in Greece for every type of traveller

There are hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore and ancient history at almost every turn

The Independent UK

The six best Greece holiday destinations and when to travel there

With hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore, a fascinating capital and vestiges of its ancient history to discover at every turn, it’s no wonder Greece is such a popular tourist hotspot. Here’s where and when to go for an unbeatable experience

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