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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.

Fire in Temenia: Alexandros Markogiannakis Observes Aftermath and Recovery Efforts

2025-07-27 by Iorgos Pappas

Alexandros Markogiannakis visited Temenia

On July 27, 2025, Alexandros Markogiannakis visited Temenia to observe the effects and assess the recovery following the recent fire.

Epic Fire in Crete: Villages Evacuated as Flames Rage

2025-07-27 by Iorgos Pappas

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A massive fire erupted in Chania, Crete, on Saturday, July 26, 2025, triggering the evacuation of several villages.

Winds Fuel Destruction in Crete’s Heart

2025-07-26 by Iorgos Pappas

Hellfire

Hellfire struck Chania on July 26, as relentless winds fuel destructive wildfires. Residents, tourists, and firefighters grapple with loss and danger.

Ikaria State of Mind 2025 from August 9 to 23

2025-07-26 by Iorgos Pappas

Ikaria State of Mind 2025

Ikaria State of Mind 2025 sets up shop from August 9 to 23, skipping stiff schedules in favor of a whirlwind blend of music, art, and surprise gatherings.

University of Piraeus and Athens Together for Sustainable Tourism

2025-07-25 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens-Piraeus collaboration signed agreement

Athens and the University of Piraeus inked a five-year agreement for sustainable tourism and better city planning.

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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.

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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.

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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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A Full-year Guide to Crete’s Aromatic Wild Herbs

2025-10-15 By Victoria Udrea

A month-by-month guide to thyme, oregano, sage, and pennyroyal — nature’s aromatic clock of the island.

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