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Iorgos Pappas

Iorgos Pappas is the Travel and Lifestyle Co-Editor at Argophilia, where he dives deep into the rhythms, flavors, and hidden corners of Greece—with a special focus on Crete. Though he’s lived in cultural hubs like Paris, Amsterdam, and Budapest, his heart beats to the Mediterranean tempo. Whether tracing village traditions or uncovering coastal gems, Iorgos brings a seasoned traveler’s eye—and a local’s affection—to every story.

Kasteli Airport Gets a Research Sandbox

Kasteli Airport is getting a research sandbox for startups and researchers using real airport data, as Greece repeats its 2028…

Heraklion to Host International Rescue Exercise With Teams From Four Countries

Heraklion will host TALOS 2026, an international rescue exercise with teams from Greece, Malta, Romania and Cyprus and five rescue…

Storms Expected Tuesday in Crete

Crete faces rain and thunderstorms from Sunday, with stronger storms Tuesday and northerly winds strengthening Wednesday.

Three Videos Highlight Dangerous Driving on Crete Roads

Three videos highlight dangerous driving on Crete's roads, including risky overtaking near Rethymno and a near-head-on collision near Gouves.

Fake Animal Rescuer Hit With Massive Fines After Abandoning 120 Cats in Caging Heatwave Horror

Ierapetra municipal police fine a fake rescuer €241,000 with penalties eyeing €1 million after 120 cats were discovered starving in…

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting…

School Bus Tilts After Road Gives Way in Crete’s Agia Marina

Students were safely evacuated after a school bus tilted on a washed-out road in Malevizi, prompting essential driving safety advice…

Rethymno Boosts Flood Preparedness with New Weather Stations, River Monitors, and Dam Management Plans

Rethymno is expanding weather and river monitoring, clearing waterways and strengthening emergency planning ahead of extreme winter weather.

Part of Former Chania War Museum Collapses, No People Found Under Rubble

Emergency teams and EMAK units respond to a major building collapse at Chania's former War Museum, confirming no individuals were…

European Public Prosecutor’s Office Investigates €52M EU Fisheries Fund Scandal in Greece

The European Public Prosecutor's Office investigates how €52 million in EU fisheries funds was diverted to unrelated businesses in Greece,…

Crete Under Flood Alert as Extreme Rain and Gale-Force Winds Batter the Island

Civil Protection issues an orange weather alert for Crete with strict flood warnings, gale advisories, and key emergency contact numbers.

Gournès Works to Target Safer Roads and School Access as Development Grows

Hersonissos Municipality is advancing road and access improvements around the former American Base at Gournès, including new roundabouts, safer school…

Heraklion’s Old Cold-Storage Warehouse Gets Green Light for Hotel Conversion

Greece’s Culture Ministry has approved using Heraklion’s historic old cold-storage warehouse as a hotel, subject to strict limits that preserve…

National Strike in Greece Could Disrupt Travel on November 25

Greece plans a nationwide 24-hour public-sector strike on November 25, with possible disruptions to public services and travel.

Cretan Fishermen Stage Black-Flag Protest Over Fuel Costs and Regulations

Professional fishermen gathered at Heraklion’s Venetian Harbour demanding action on fuel costs, fishing damage and new control requirements as the…

Crete’s Dams Fill After Heavy Rain; Aposelemis Could Supply Water Until 2029

Recent storms have replenished Crete’s dams and reservoirs. Aposelemis is 70% full, while Potamon Dam in Rethymno is 90% full.

Heraklion Wakes Up Calm After Stormy Night Keeps City on Alert

Heraklion's calm post-storm morning: Travelers see emergency services stand by after a minor electrical incident.

Lasithi Plateau Crops Underwater After More Than 420mm of Rain

Over 420mm of rain submerges 18,000 acres of crops on the Lassithi Plateau, threatening thousands of tons of potatoes and…

What Fuel Prices Mean for Road Trips and Rental Cars in Greece

Unleaded and diesel prices in Greece have jumped significantly compared to last year, increasing costs for drivers and fueling debates…

Greece Targets Lower Heating Oil Prices With Subsidies

The government is reviewing a dual subsidy plan to keep heating oil prices below last season's 1.75 euros per liter…