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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.

Newly-Renovated Meeting Rooms at Hilton Prague

2023-12-13 by Iorgos Pappas

Hilton Prague

The Hilton Prague has recently completed a full renovation of 12 meeting rooms located on the Lobby Level.

Chania Road Projects Get 12.6M Euros

2023-12-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Chania

Stavros Arnaoutakis, signed five project contracts for the restoration of damage to the road infrastructure caused by the 2019 natural disasters in the Chania regional unit.

Accor to Open New Hotels in 2024

2023-12-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Mövenpick Wroclaw

Accor is introducing new hospitality options across its 40+ global brands for 2024, offering a range of experiences for every traveler.

Most Beautiful Christmas Quotes for Travellers

2023-12-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Most Beautiful Christmas Quotes for Travellers

For those who have a passion for exploring new destinations during the holiday season, this blog post presents a collection of enchanting Christmas quotes that resonate with the wanderlust spirit. These quotes are sure to inspire and uplift anyone with a love for travel and the festive season.For those who have a passion for exploring […]

Top 2024 New Year Destinations in Asia

2023-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

Borobudur - Courtesy © MicroJapan - Fotolia.com

Discover 12Go’s top 2024 New Year destinations in Asia, carefully chosen from our ticket data to suit solo travelers, couples, families, and friends.

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