The Association of Shop Owners in Kalyves, a coastal village in western Crete, has issued a formal complaint about ongoing construction works on the BOAK highway. The BOAK is a major east-west road corridor currently under development across the island. The association describes the situation in strong terms, citing disruption to local businesses and the surrounding area. While full details of the announcement are not available, the works are causing frustration among traders in the Kalyves area, located along the northern coast between Chania and Rethymno. Travelers driving through this stretch of the BOAK or visiting Kalyves should expect potential delays, reduced road capacity, or detours near active construction zones. Checking local road conditions before travel and allowing extra journey time is advisable for anyone transiting this part of the island.
