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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.

Greece Sells the Vertical Energy Spine of Europe

2025-10-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens Riviera Forum 2025

At the Athens Riviera Forum 2025, Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou called the Vertical Gas Corridor Europe’s new energy backbone.

Crete Stands Defenseless Against Another Tourist Invasion

2025-10-03 by Iorgos Pappas

Crete Stands Defenseless

Heraklion Airport in Crete recorded over 1.47 million passenger movements in September 2025. Domestic traffic rose 9.49 percent and international 3.81 percent, led by Germany, the UK, and France.

Bolzano in Italy Plans a Dog Tourism Tax in 2026

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

dog tourism tax

From 2026, Bolzano in Italy will charge a €1.50 daily tourist dog tax and €100 annually for residents to curb overtourism and fund new parks.

Greek Hoteliers Struggle Amid Short-Term Rental Boom

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

Greek hoteliers struggle

Greek tourism revenue reached €12.18 billion from January to July 2025, yet hoteliers struggle as short-term rentals dominate.

Agios Nikolaos Brags Its Way into Cruise Club with Explora I Docking

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

Explora I in Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos port hosted its largest cruise ship, the Explora I, after new infrastructure upgrades.

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Crete offers rich mushroom habitats across its forests and mountains. Learn where to find them, when to forage, which species are safe, and how to explore responsibly.

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Malevizi signs a 1.6M-euro road improvement project, upgrading rural access and boosting safety for visitors exploring Crete’s mountain villages.

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