Is the island of Sicily really where the legend of Odysseus meeting Polyphemus the Cyclops was set, as tradition holds?

A huge wildfire has ripped through areas of Crete, forcing at least 5,000 tourists and residents to evacuate as strong winds fan the flames. The rapid fire has destroyed homes in areas such as Agia ...

The blaze broke out on Wednesday afternoon (2 July) and has been whipped by gale-force winds in rugged and forested terrain. Around 230 firefighters were operating in the area overnight to try and ...

This video presents the shallow lagoon and coastal cliffs in Crete, Greece, captured in 4K. Featuring aerial views of ...

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Travellers have long been drawn to Greece’s largest island, both for the richness of its past and the beauty of its landscapes. In ...

The skull of a crowned athlete with a gold wreath in the shape of an olive branch is perhaps one of the most impressive ...

Cretan traditions are at the heart of JW Marriott’s brand-new opening on the Greek island of Crete: the first Mediterranean resort property from the luxury hospitality brand.