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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.

Water Prices Rising? Why Crete Thinks Privatizing Water Is a Dry Joke

2025-07-25 by Iorgos Pappas

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EDEYA in Crete sounds the alarm as the government’s National Drought Plan threatens public water management and increases water prices.

Greece Climbs the Ranks in Distant Tourism Markets

2025-07-25 by Iorgos Pappas

distant tourism markets

Distant tourism markets like the USA, Australia, Canada, India, and China shape Greece’s inbound travel scene according to a 2025 INSETE study.

Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota Adds a Fresh Stamp to Greek Hospitality

2025-07-24 by Iorgos Pappas

Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota

Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota opened in spring 2025 as Mövenpick’s first property in Greece, bringing upscale hospitality to Epirus.

Kefalogianni’s Tour of Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Anafi Spotlights Sustainable Tourism

2025-07-23 by Iorgos Pappas

Kefalogianni's Tour of Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Anafi

Minister Olga Kefalogianni visited Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Anafi to discuss sustainable tourism with local officials and residents, following the DMMO agreement.

Crete Winemakers Network Hosts LCBO Leaders

2025-07-23 by Iorgos Pappas

Crete Winemakers Network cellar

The Crete Winemakers Network welcomed top executives from the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), to experience the island’s wines.

Greek Ministry of Tourism Launches Nationwide Tourism Product Survey

2025-07-23 by Iorgos Pappas

Tourism Product Survey AI illustration

The Ministry of Tourism taps CHOOSE S.A. for an expert-led tourism product survey, examining Greek society’s views on the national tourism product.

Eight Regional Airports Across Greece Will Close Their Runways Temporarily for Upgrades

2025-07-22 by Iorgos Pappas

regional airports

Fraport Greece will close runways at eight regional airports for upgrades from November 2025 to March 2026.

Restoration Works Begin at the Sanctuary of the Great Gods in Samothrace

2025-07-21 by Iorgos Pappas

Sanctuary of the Great Gods, Samothrace

The Sanctuary of the Great Gods in Samothrace stands as a beacon for travelers interested in history and spirituality.

Cruise Tax Begins Now at All Greek Ports

2025-07-21 by Iorgos Pappas

passengers to Greece now pay a cruise tax

Tourists arriving at Greek ports in 2025 face a new cruise tax, varying by location and season. Find out who pays, when it starts, and how much to expect, including details for Mykonos and Santorini.

European Sustainable Fuels Drama

2025-07-17 by Iorgos Pappas

sustainable fuels

When European officials set bold targets for sustainable fuels in aviation, you’d be forgiven for thinking they believed jet fuel grows on the vine next to the Pinot Noir. Willie Walsh, the man steering the International Air Transport Association (IATA), pulled no punches in Singapore, pointing out that these targets are, if anything, a gentle […]

The Paradox of the Greek Tourism Model

2025-07-17 by Iorgos Pappas

Greek tourism model

Greece is reshaping its tourism model, with soaring arrivals but falling spending per visitor.

Why More Tourists Means Less Cash

2025-07-16 by Iorgos Pappas

sustainable tourism

Greece’s tourism model turned into a crowded mess, and why sustainable tourism matters now more than ever.

Crete Weddings Take Center Stage as Tourists Race to Summer Discounts

2025-07-14 by Iorgos Pappas

Crete weddings

Tourists in Crete are poised for the summer sales, seeking deals on clothing, shoes and jewelry for Crete weddings and social gatherings.

Okeanis Faced Emergencies in Heraklion A Weekend

2025-07-13 by Iorgos Pappas

Okeanis lifeguards

Okeanis lifeguards faced a torrent of sea emergencies in Heraklion during a chaotic weekend in July 2025.

Cretan Cockroaches Outpacing Tourists

2025-07-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Cretan cockroaches

Cretan cockroaches are driving tourists to distraction, especially during Crete’s neglected summer months.

Over 120 Alltours Agents Invade Crete

2025-07-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Alltours Agents AI illustration

From April to June, Danaos Travel hosted over 120 Alltours tourism professionals on six familiarization trips across Crete.

Athens International Airport Passenger Traffic Skyrockets in June

2025-07-11 by Iorgos Pappas

Passenger Traffic Skyrockets in June

Athens International Airport recorded a 7.6% increase in passenger traffic in the first half of 2025, driven mainly by international travelers.

Crete Under Pressure: Greece Suspends Asylum Claims by North African Migrants

2025-07-11 by Iorgos Pappas

Migrants

Crete, already straining under multiple layers of developmental and environmental stress, is now at the center of a rapidly evolving humanitarian and geopolitical dilemma. Earlier this week, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced an emergency suspension of asylum applications for migrants arriving by sea from North Africa, citing a sudden spike in landings along Crete’s […]

Crete’s Heraklion Airport Scrubs Up Its Sanitary Facilities

2025-07-11 by Iorgos Pappas

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Officials launched major upgrades to sanitary facilities at Heraklion International Airport, Crete, responding to tourist complaints.

Mayor Promises Heraklion Will Become a Clean City

2025-07-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion clean city mayor press

In the grand theatre of city improvement, Mayor Kalokairinos stood before the press with his team and promised a transformation. “We’re not aiming for ‘just a little better’,” he declared, armed with that special blend of optimism and exhaustion only found in public office. “We’re here to make Heraklion a clean city—one cleaner than anything […]

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