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Urgent Weather and Fire Danger Alert for Heraklion

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

The Central Port Authority of Heraklion has announced a yellow fire danger warning for tomorrow, Friday, July 12.

The Central Port Authority of Heraklion has announced a yellow fire danger warning for tomorrow, Friday, July 12.

Yellow Fire Danger Warning for Crete

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

Yellow Fire Danger Warning

The Greek Civil Protection has issued a yellow fire danger warning for Crete and an orange alert for parts of Eastern Macedonia & Thrace.

Yellow Weather Warning: Whirlwind Creates Havoc in Nicosia District

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

yellow weather warning: Whirlwind Nicosia

The Cypriot Department of Meteorology issued a yellow weather warning for isolated thunderstorms on Thursday as a whirlwind swept over Nicosia.

Book Your Ski Vacation on the Eurostar Snow Train

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

eurostar snow train

Dreaming of winter? For those who prefer skiing over sunbathing, the Eurostar Snow train is your ticket to a memorable holiday.

Short-Term Rentals in Greece: A Mixed Outcome

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

streets in Heraklion

A marked increase in accommodation supply has impacted the net income of short-term rentals in Athens and Thessaloniki.

Heat Alert: Unseasonably Warm Conditions Expected through Monday

2024-07-11 by Argophilia Travel News

heat alert

The recent heatwave that started at the beginning of the week has brought dangerously high temperatures to Greece, triggering a heat alert.

Albania Sees Surge in Foreign Tourism for 2024

2024-07-10 by Argophilia Travel News

Komani Lake, Albania

Foreign tourist arrivals in Albania surged to 4.5 million in the first half of 2024 — a 34% year-on-year increase.

Wego and Azerbaijan Tourism Board Create Unmatched Summer Vacations

2024-07-10 by Argophilia Travel News

Mamoun Hmedan and Florian Sengstschmid

Azerbaijan Tourism Board and Wego have partnered to provide tourists with magical summers in stunning surroundings and rich culture.

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels Unveils Emergency Accommodation Platform

2024-07-10 by Argophilia Travel News

Hotels climate crisis meeting July 5, 2024.

A new Emergency Accommodation Platform is available to accommodate citizens in hotel rooms during natural disasters.

Ikos Olivia Achieves LEED Gold Certification

2024-07-09 by Argophilia Travel News

Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki

Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki is the first resort in Greece to earn the coveted LEED O&M Gold Certification for existing buildings.

SEAFOS Luxury Resort & Spa Opens in Nafplio

2024-07-09 by Argophilia Travel News

SEAFOS Luxury Resort & Spa

This July, Fattal Group announced the opening of the beachfront SEAFOS Luxury Resort & Spa in Nafplio, Greece.

A Perfect Time for Tourists to Buy Authentic Greek Souvenirs

2024-07-09 by Argophilia Travel News

summer sales

The summer sales season in Greece will run until August 31 offering tourists the ideal chance to buy unique Greek souvenirs.

Weather Alert: Heat Wave Expected to Impact Crete and Other Regions

2024-07-09 by Argophilia Travel News

heat wave

According to the National Meteorological Service, a lengthy heat wave is set to grip the country in the coming days, with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees Celsius by Saturday. Today, Tuesday, July 9, meteorologist Sakis Arnautoglou predicts a marked increase in temperatures. Starting Wednesday, it will hit 37 degrees Celsius, peaking at 39 degrees by […]

Cyprus and US Strengthen Ties with Visa Waiver Program Initiatives

2024-07-09 by Argophilia Travel News

Visa Waiver Programme Cyprus USA

The Cypriot government and the United States are starting to implement their Visa Waiver Programme agreements.

Wines of Crete Holds 2nd Conference on Climate Crisis and Sustainability

2024-07-08 by Argophilia Travel News

Wines of Crete

The second such conference, “Climate Crisis and Sustainability of the Vine Sector,” took place in Heraklion, Crete, on Monday, July 1st.

Santorini Experience Returns: October 3-6, 2024

2024-07-07 by Argophilia Travel News

Santorini Experience

The celebrated Santorini Experience is back for its 7th year from October 3 to 6, 2024, offering participants the chance to experience sports and awe-inspiring landscapes of Santorini, with its mesmerizing sunsets, volcanic caldera, and striking Aegean views, form the perfect backdrop for an exceptional sports and tourism event. This event draws both professional and […]

IHG’s InterContinental Crete is Officially Open

2024-07-06 by Argophilia Travel News

InterContinental Crete

IHG opens the InterContinental Crete for summer 2024. The luxurious hotel is on the seafront at Agios Nikolaos.

Fire Danger “Very High” for July 3, 2024, in Chania Prefecture

2024-07-03 by Argophilia Travel News

Chania forest fire warning

The Region of Crete has issued a fire risk warning for Chania Prefecture. All civil protection mechanism have been fully mobilized

Greece’s Civil Protection Agency Issues Crete Fire Emergency

2024-07-01 by Argophilia Travel News

Katofigi

The Civil Protection Agency of Greece has just issued an emergency alert about wildfires in Katofygi, Crete.

Two Women Hiking Richtis Gorge Assisted by Rescue

2024-07-01 by Argophilia Travel News

Richtis Gorge waterfall

Two women trekking Richtis Gorge in Crete’s Lassithi Prefecture get help from Sitia emergency services on Monday.

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