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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.

When Hotels Overflow and Villagers Go Parched

2025-08-13 by Iorgos Pappas

water crisis in Crete

The water crisis in Crete is no longer a bad season — it is a way of life created by overdevelopment.

€7.3M for Lines 2 & 3 Tracks in First Athens Metro Upgrade Since 2000

2025-08-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens Metro Upgrade

A €7.3M overhaul replaces 32 km of track on Lines 2 & 3 of the Athens Metro, the first major upgrade since 2000.

Golden Months for Greek Ferries

2025-08-12 by Iorgos Pappas

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Golden months boost Greek ferry traffic by 3.99% in 2025, but ageing ships and EU rules threaten the industry’s future.

South Korean Delegation Visits Santorini

2025-08-12 by Iorgos Pappas

South Korean delegation

A South Korean delegation from Yeosu visited Santorini for three days of sightseeing, wine tasting, and official handshakes.

Tax Inspectors Raid Santorini to Catch Boat Operators Dodging Receipts

2025-08-11 by Iorgos Pappas

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Tax inspectors from Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue surprised boat tour operators in Santorini by posing as tourists.

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Stories of Interest

Rain and Bread

Rain and Bread

2025-10-16 By Arthur Butler

Cold days come suddenly in Crete. The morning light turns dull silver, the wind begins to travel sideways, and then—without much warning—the first heavy rain falls. The sound of it against the tiles is steady and determined, the sound of work being done. The earth drinks greedily. The olive groves darken, their silver leaves folding […]

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Aposelemis Wetland Event Unites Science, Education, and Culture in Crete

2025-10-15 By Victoria Udrea

The Municipality of Hersonissos invites visitors to a two-day event, “Aposelemis Wetland – A Liquid Treasure of Life,” exploring Crete’s most underrated natural habitat through science, education, and local culture.

Papoura Hill Minoan monument

Crete Mayors and MPs Clash with Athens Over Radar Installation on Papoura Hill

2025-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

After a ministerial decision approved radar works on Papoura Hill, Crete’s mayors and MPs accused the government of betraying agreements to protect the Minoan site.

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Emergency Funding for Sfakia to Tackle Rising Migrant Arrivals

2025-10-15 By Arthur Butler

Greece’s Migration Ministry approved €150,000 in emergency aid to help the Municipality of Sfakia, Crete, manage rising migratory flows through the region.

Papoura Hill Minoan monument

Papoura Hill Under EU Parliament Scrutiny

2025-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Papadakis submitted two clear questions to the European Commission: For now, Papoura Hill stands quiet—its stones, perhaps, listening. But beneath that silence, Crete’s people continue to speak loudly, defending the soil that remembers who they were before radars, runways, and all the mode. Crete’s rugged heart beats again with protest drums. The island’s archaeologists, local […]

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