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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.

Korean Templestay: Tradition Meets Modernity

2023-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

Anguksa temple, Muju, Jeollabuk-do

Templestay offers a unique opportunity to experience Korea’s past and present and the essence of Korean Buddhism.

Best Cruise Lines of 2023

2023-12-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Silver Endeavour, Gibraltar.

Cruise Critic® has revealed the best cruise lines of 2023 during its 15th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards.

iSeatz Travel Trends 2024

2023-12-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Travel Trends 2024

iSeatz has released its Travel Trends 2024 survey report showing high interest in travel among younger people, and a shift to earlier trip planning.

Heraklion Recognized as UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy

2023-12-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy

The Municipality of Heraklion, in partnership with the Development Organization “Heraklion M.A.E.,” will host the official ceremony for Heraklion’s induction into the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCNN) on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Heraklion is among the 55 cities that recently joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network on World Cities Day, celebrated on October 31. The […]

Greek Taxi Drivers on Nationwide Strike

2023-12-05 by Iorgos Pappas

Greek taxi drivers in cabs.

Taxi drivers are opposing the government’s proposal to set a higher minimum tax rate for self-employed individuals, regardless of their reported earnings.

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“Once, at dawn,” an old man from Anogeia tells, “I saw eyes burning in the rocks. Too wide for a cat, too low for a wolf. A fourogatos. He watched me, then vanished. No sound, no trace. Just those eyes.” The boy beside him laughs. “A story. A tale to keep children from straying.”The old […]

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