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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.

Olympus Riviera Takes Its Burger to Philoxenia

2025-11-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Olympus Riviera burger story

Pieria’s tourism body joins Philoxenia 2025 in Thessaloniki, serving up burgers, bikes, and big promises for the Olympus Riviera brand.

Greece Opens New Tourism Office in Australia

2025-11-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Georgia Dimopoulou, Head of the Greek National Tourism Organization office in Australia.

Greece launches a new office in Melbourne to strengthen Greece’s brand and attract Australian travelers year-round.

Record Visitors at Kourtaliotis Gorge Despite €5 Entrance Fee

2025-11-11 by Iorgos Pappas

Kourtaliotis Gorge waterfall

Over 130,000 visitors explored Kourtaliotis Gorge in 2025, undeterred by a new €5 entrance fee.

Heraklion’s Erythraia Park Edges Closer to Completion

2025-11-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Erythrea Park progress

Mayor Kalokairinos and city officials visited Erythraia Park once more to announce that the project is progressing, with a 149-car parking lot and walking routes on the way.

Islands to Receive €26 Million Boost as Greece Simplifies Drought Rules

2025-11-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Deputy Minister Stefanos Gikas announces Greek islands aid

At the KEDE Conference in Alexandroupoli, Deputy Minister Stefanos Gikas announced €26 million in island aid.

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The Catamaran Removal from Heraklion’s Venetian Harbour Is Called “Incomprehensible and Dangerous.”

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion forces tourist catamarans into an unsafe, foul-smelling industrial port while raising fees by 300%

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The Geminids Over Crete

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Crete offers some of Europe’s clearest skies for the Geminid meteor shower.

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Poison Hiding in Crete’s Most Photographed Flower

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Oleander grows everywhere in Crete, but it is highly poisonous to people and pets.

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Do We Have Mushrooms in Crete?

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

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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Why Rural Crete Just Became Easier to Explore

2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

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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