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Summer Spending Catches Many Germans Off Guard

2026-06-19 by Argophilia Travel News

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A new study finds that 52% of Germans spend more than planned during summer, driven by travel, forgotten essentials, and seasonal price increases.

Middle East Hospitality Leaders Take Center Stage at Hozpitality’s 2026 Awards Gala

2026-06-16 by Argophilia Travel News

Hozpitality Group successfully hosted the 9th Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2026 alongside the 4th Middle East F&B Excellence Awards and the Chef Leaders & F&B Leaders Powerlist Awards at Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek. The prestigious event brought together leading chefs, food and beverage professionals, hospitality executives, suppliers, and industry partners from across […]

Crete to Welcome Top Italian Media and EasyJet Execs for High-Profile Cultural Trip

2026-06-15 by Argophilia Travel News

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The Greek National Tourism Organization will host influential Italian journalists and EasyJet executives on a curated tour of Crete.

Heraklion Tourism Leaders Warn of Crisis Over Port Eviction Order for Migrant Shelter

2026-06-15 by Argophilia Travel News

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Major tourism and business associations in Heraklion call on OLI A.E. to suspend the eviction of a temporary migrant shelter to protect the island’s image.

Thermae Sylla Spa & Wellness Hotel Partners with RevitUp.direct

2026-06-14 by Argophilia Travel News

RevitUp.direct, a revenue management and digital marketing company specializing in independent hotels, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Thermae Sylla Spa & Wellness Hotel, the renowned five-star spa hotel in Edipsos, Evia. Thermae Sylla Spa & Wellness Hotel Founded in 1897 in Edipsos, Thermae Sylla is today recognized as one of Greece’s leading […]

Traditional Strata Brings Cretan Music and Dance Back to Chania

2026-06-12 by Argophilia Travel News

Chania traditional strata

Chania’s Traditional Strata returns from June through September, filling the Venetian Harbor with live performances every Tuesday evening.

Rethymno Doubles Down on Print Media to Capture High-Value Travelers

2026-06-12 by Argophilia Travel News

Explorer Rethymno

The Region of Crete funds a dedicated campaign in the 2026 Explorer Rethymno travel guide to promote cultural heritage, local gastronomy, and year-round travel.

Art on the Street Festival Returns to Heraklion With 135 Free Events

2026-06-12 by Argophilia Travel News

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Heraklion’s 11th Art on the Street Festival opens June 15 with singer Rena Morfi and more than 135 cultural events.

Traditional Cretan Kantada Reborn in the Streets of Patsides This June

2026-06-02 by Argophilia Travel News

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The Street Music of the Patsides Kantada Patsides will transform into a living stage for Cretan folklore on the evening of Wednesday, June 17. The local Cultural Association is reviving the Cretan Kantada—the historic practice of wandering musicians and singers serenading the village households. Moving away from static stage setups, the event aims to bring […]

Singapore Aims to Boost Tourism Spending with Three-Year UnionPay Deal

2026-06-02 by Argophilia Travel News

UnionPay Singapore partnership

The Singapore Tourism Board and UnionPay International renew their partnership for three years to enhance cashless payment options for millions of international visitors.

Rare Archaic Photography Exhibition Opens at Heraklion Archaeological Museum

2026-05-27 by Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion Archaic Photography Exhibition

The Heraklion Archaeological Museum hosts a rare exhibition of 100 authentic silver gelatin prints of ancient Greece by eight pioneer photographers.

Sahara Dust and Sudden Storms: What’s Hitting Crete and Greece This Weekend

2026-05-16 by Argophilia Travel News

Sahara dust

A fast-moving barometric low brings Saharan dust and localized thunderstorms to Crete and southern Greece before clearing on Sunday.

Crete at the Center of a New Saharan Dust Wave 

2026-05-14 by Argophilia Travel News

Saharan dust wave

Crete faces a new wave of African dust and mud showers this weekend. The forecast predicts improvement by Sunday and clear skies on Monday.

The Dafnes Wine Festival 2026: 10 Nights of Tradition and Liatiko

2026-05-13 by Argophilia Travel News

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The 49th Dafnes Wine Festival will feature live music, dancing, traditional flavors, and of course, plenty of fine wine.

Crete Golf Club Hotel Selects RevitUp.Direct

2026-05-13 by Argophilia Travel News

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Crete Golf Club Hotel has selected RevitUp.Direct to design and execute its commercial and digital strategy through the company’s Online Sales & Performance Marketing services. Crete Golf Club Hotel is located within the only 18-hole golf course on Crete. The combination of premium accommodation with high-level sports tourism places the hotel in a distinctive market […]

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The Travel Tech Gap: Complexity and Costs Stifle Industry Ambition

2026-04-29 by Argophilia Travel News

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A survey from HBX Group at MarketHub Europe reveals travel companies are struggling to turn tech investments into personalized experiences.

Dutch Tourist Rescued After Fall at the Chania Venetian Harbor

2026-04-28 by Argophilia Travel News

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A Dutch traveler was rescued by the Coast Guard and EKAB after a fall at the Chania Old Venetian Harbor breakwater.

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

2026-04-28 by Argophilia Travel News

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

The 1st Adventure Fest climbing races at Peza, Kalo Chorio, are now set for May 3, after being canceled on April 25 due to bad weather.

Large-Scale Emergency Exercise at Souda Bay Naval Base

2026-04-28 by Argophilia Travel News

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Chania Civil Protection announces a major emergency response drill at the Crete Naval Base on April 30, 2026.

Semiramis City Hotel Rhodes Appoints RevitUp.Direct for Commercial Strategy

2026-04-27 by Argophilia Travel News

Revitup and Semiramis

Semiramis City Hotel in Rhodes has entrusted RevitUp.Direct with the design and implementation of its commercial and digital strategy through specialized Online Sales & Performance Marketing services. Located in the heart of Rhodes City, just steps from the beach and adjacent to the Medieval City, Semiramis has operated for over fifty years and remains one […]

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Wildfire Breaks Out Near Zoniana in Mylopotamos, Crete

2026-08-21 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters, ground crews, and a helicopter are battling a wildfire in low vegetation near Zoniana, Crete, as the island sits at high risk Level 3.

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Crete Police Seize Suspected Illegal Alcohol and Enough Laughing Gas for 30,000 Balloons

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion police raided a local bar, seizing over 1,000 liters of untaxed alcohol and nitrous oxide cylinders capable of filling 30,000 balloons.

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21st Traffic Fatality of 2026 Claims a 21-Year-Old in Rethymno

2026-08-20 By Victoria Udrea

A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash with a taxi in Rethymno, pushing Crete’s 2026 road death toll beyond 20 amid renewed safety concerns.

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Crete Hotels Are 100% Full, and So Are Their Employees

2026-08-20 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion hotels are at 100% capacity, but staff are trapped in endless 20-day contracts, doing three jobs at once, and being told to forget to clock in.

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Crete Summer Season Extends Through October

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete’s tourism season remains strong, with 400-plus aircraft movements on peak days and high demand for September and October.

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