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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.

Mayor Promises Heraklion Will Become a Clean City

2025-07-10 by Iorgos Pappas

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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 […]

Désirs de Voyages July-August 2025 Luxury Travel Feature Is Santorini

2025-07-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Santorini

Désirs de Voyages highlights Santorini in its July-August 2025 issue, with travel editor Magali Frère capturing the island’s luxury and allure.

Chania Open Mall to Transform Historic City Center

2025-07-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Chania Open Mall announcement

Chania Open Mall promises to revamp the historic center of Chania with upgraded aesthetics, unified branding and smart technology.

Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art Runs From August 16 to 24

2025-07-09 by Iorgos Pappas

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The Kissamos Festival of Taste and Art returns August 16-24, 2025, on the seaside road west of the Municipal Stadium.

Archaeologists Rally in Athens and Heraklion Against Radar Installation on Papoura Hill

2025-07-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Papoura Hill Minoan monument

On Wednesday, July 9, the Association of Greek Archaeologists leads protests in Heraklion and Athens in response to plans for an airport radar at Papoura Hill.

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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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