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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.

Jet2holidays on Santorini Earthquakes: No Cancellations for Travellers

2025-02-05 by Iorgos Pappas

Jet2holidays on Santorini Earthquakes No Cancellations for Travelers

Jet2holidays on Santorini Earthquakes: no booking cancellations. Tourism is staying steady despite seismic activity.

Dimitrios Papanikolaou: Crete Remains Safe from Santorini Earthquake Effect

2025-02-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Dimitrios Papanikolaou explains why Crete remains unaffected by Cyclades earthquakes.

Professor Dimitrios Papanikolaou explains why Crete remains unaffected by Cyclades earthquakes.

Staff Shortage at Heraklion Archaeological Museum Leaves Tourists in the Lurch

2025-02-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Archaeological Museum staff shortages AI illustration

Heraklion Archaeological Museum struggles with staff shortages, leaving rooms closed and visitors disappointed.

Türkiye Smashes Tourism Records

2025-02-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Türkiye tourism records AI illustration

Türkiye hosted 62.2 million visitors in 2024, breaking tourism records with revenues reaching $61.1 billion

Dry Kalamafka: Nature’s Way of Saying “Watch Out!”

2025-01-31 by Iorgos Pappas

Rockslides at Kourtaliotiko Gorge have raised safety concerns. Here's how dry Kalamafka ties into this perilous tale. Learn more about what happened and why it matters.

Rockslides at Kourtaliotiko Gorge have raised safety concerns. Here’s how dry Kalamafka ties into this perilous tale.

Google Maps: Rockslides and Wrong Turns

2025-01-31 by Iorgos Pappas

Kourtaliotiko Gorge

Big Rocks, Big Problems: What Happened This Time? Well, Tuesday didn’t disappoint—unless you were trying to drive through Kourtaliotiko Gorge that morning. A batch of rocks decided they were tired of hanging out 100 meters up and joined the world below, smashing onto the road. Predictably, traffic freaked out, and authorities had to sweep everything […]

What Are the Best Ways to Style a Single Bed for a Minimalist Bedroom?

2025-01-30 by Iorgos Pappas

minimalist bedroom

Learn how to style a single bed in a minimalist bedroom with practical tips: Perfect for simplicity without sacrificing personality.

Ancient Olympia Site Revives Roman Bathhouses for an Extended Visitor Experience

2025-01-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Ancient Olympia: Mosaic floor of the central hall

Restoring Roman Grandeur (Because History Is Cooler With a Bathhouse) Ancient Olympia has always been known for its classical glory. But did you think the Romans just stopped by for the games and left nothing behind? Tucked along the eastern bank of the Kladeos River lies a Roman bathhouse complex from the 2nd century CE. […]

Piraeus Tourism Profile Gets a Boost with Short-Term Rentals

2025-01-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Piraeus tourism profile strengthens with short-term rentals

The role of short-term rentals in boosting the Piraeus tourism profile and their impact on the city’s economy and development.

Crete: Depleted Dams Signal Summer Water Crisis. Again.

2025-01-30 by Iorgos Pappas

depleted dams of Crete AI illustration

As Crete’s dams dry up due to prolonged drought, water scarcity threatens the island. Here’s how officials are dealing with this situation.

Ready for Rethymno Carnival 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know

2025-01-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno Carnival 2025

Rethymno Carnival 2025 kicks off February 9. Theme “Step Into the Light,” featuring parades, music, and fun till the grand finale on March 2.

Water Pipeline Installation: New Connections Disrupt Areas Near Nea Alikarnassos

2025-01-29 by Iorgos Pappas

Water Supply Pipeline Installation AI illustration

Starting January 29, water pipeline work will impact traffic, residents, and tourists in Nea Alikarnassos, Koroni Magara, Agia Aikaterini.

Hersonissos Demolitions Begin to Eradicate Illegal Beachfront Tavernas

2025-01-28 by Iorgos Pappas

Hersonissos Demolitions

Eleven illegal structures tied to restaurants in Hersonissos face demolition by April 2025. Changes aim to enhance coastal beauty for tourists.

Dust Off Your Costume: Cyprus Carnival Is Back

2025-01-28 by Iorgos Pappas

Cyprus Carnival

Cyprus Carnival is back to turn a quiet Mediterranean island into a brightly lit whirlwind of celebration.

Neos Voustasios: A Royal Agricultural Museum at Tatoi, Opening 2025

2025-01-27 by Iorgos Pappas

The New Voustasio on the former royal estate

Neos Voustasios at Tatoi Estate will open as a museum showcasing royal agriculture, vintage cars, and restored tools, in 2025.

Heraklion and Alexandroupolis Airports Get EASA Certification

2025-01-26 by Iorgos Pappas

EASA certification

EASA certification ensures safety at Heraklion and Alexandroupolis airports, setting a new standard across Greece’s aviation network.

€3.15 Million Boost for Heraklion Municipalities to Aid Recovery from Natural Disasters

2025-01-25 by Iorgos Pappas

A funding proposal under the Special Program for Natural Disaster Recovery brings €3.15 million to three municipalities in Heraklion

A funding proposal under the Special Program for Natural Disaster Recovery brings €3.15 million to three municipalities in Heraklion

DERTOUR Acquires I.D. Riva Tours and Expands Travel Options in Croatia

2025-01-25 by Iorgos Pappas

DERTOUR acquired I.D. Riva Tours

DERTOUR acquired I.D. Riva Tours, an expert in Croatian vacations, including small-ship cruises, group trips, and vacation rentals.

Chania Carnival 2025 Kicks Off with Locomondo Live in Souda

2025-01-24 by Iorgos Pappas

Chania Carnival 2025

Discover Chania Carnival 2025 in Souda with its Fairy Tale Heroes theme. Join family-friendly events and the Locomondo concert.

Athens Launches AI Digital Assistant for Citizens

2025-01-24 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens AI digital assistant

Athens, in collaboration with Google, introduces a new AI-powered digital assistant to help citizens (and possibly tourists) 24/7.

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