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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.

San Diego Zoo to Welcome New Giant Panda Pair

2024-04-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao's could arrive at the San Diego Zoo this summer, although the exact date is yet unknown.

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao’s could arrive at the San Diego Zoo this summer, although the exact date is yet unknown.

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2024-04-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Labour Day Travel Trends 2024

Trip.com’s Labour Day Travel Trends 2024 pinpoint where the globe-trotting workforce is heading for their well-deserved break.

AIA to Welcome 30 Million Passengers in 2024

2024-04-29 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos

Athens Airport (AIA) is gearing up for a record year, expecting to welcome over 30 million passengers in 2024 with enhanced facilities.

Unionized Workers’ Strike in Greece on May 1st Travel Advisory

2024-04-26 by Iorgos Pappas

Kydon Palace

Travel Alert: Major strike by unionized workers across Greece this May 1st. Check for updates and travel options before your trip.

Graceland’s All-American Weekend: A July Extravaganza in Memphis

2024-04-26 by Iorgos Pappas

Graceland All-American Weekend

Mark your calendar for a legendary July 4-6 All-American Weekend featuring concerts, unique Graceland tours, and Elvis-inspired fireworks festivities.

Oceania Cruises Debuts 2025 Mediterranean Voyages

2024-04-25 by Iorgos Pappas

Oceania Cruises’

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has debuted an array of new 2025 Mediterranean sailings, ranging from nine to 56 days.

Knossos Palace Fueled Crete €11M Revenue in 2023

2024-04-25 by Iorgos Pappas

Knossos Palace

Last year, Knossos’ archaeological significance proved lucrative, funneling €11 million into Crete’s tourism economy.

Sustainable Coca-Cola: Earth Day Activities Across Florida

2024-04-23 by Iorgos Pappas

Coke Florida

Coke Florida’s team marks Earth Day by bettering local ecosystems across 18 territories with extensive volunteer efforts.

Structural Reinforcement at the Minoan Palace of Malia

2024-04-13 by Iorgos Pappas

Malia Minoan Palace

Maintenance and structural reinforcement works at the Minoan Palace of Malia have begun, thanks to funding from the Ministry of Culture.

Consumer Alert: Fake Luxury Items Sold in Shops in Crete

2024-04-11 by Iorgos Pappas

fake fashion

Crete officials discovered a large enterprise where dishonest businesses sold phony luxury goods. Investigators confiscated 23,897 counterfeit items and penalized six firms €206,500.

Silver Spirit Inaugurated the Cruise Season in Agios Nikolaos

2024-04-10 by Iorgos Pappas

The all-new Silver Spirit

The cruise season in Agios Nikolaos debuts with the elegant Silver Spirit, offering travelers unparalleled experiences on the Cretan Sea.

TUI UK Adds 70,000 Seats for Greece in 2025

2024-04-03 by Iorgos Pappas

MarcelX42

TUI, the world’s largest tour operator, 345,000 flight seats will be available for the company’s 2025 summer schedule.

Chania to Introduce Electric Buses Before the Tourist Season

2024-04-02 by Iorgos Pappas

electric buses chania

Electric buses will connect outlying parking spaces to Chania’s city core. The five buses will be introduced in time for the tourist season.

Air Malta Closes After 50 Years

2024-04-01 by Iorgos Pappas

Air Malta

Air Malta is replaced by KM Malta Airlines, a new airline that pays tribute to its predecessor by adopting the IATA code “KM.”

UK Travelers Click Jet2.com for Crete Getaways

2024-03-31 by Iorgos Pappas

Jet2 to Heraklion

Jet2.com has flight and vacation deals for UK travellers that seem too good to be true. Flights to Crete are as low as £61pp.

Visitors to Six Archaeological Sites in Greece to Have Immediate Access to First Aid and Medical Care During the Upcoming Tourist Season

2024-03-28 by Iorgos Pappas

medical care in Greece

This vital service will benefit the Acropolis in Athens, Olympia, Mycenae, Delphi, Knossos on Crete, and Lindos Acropolis on Rhodes.

Thessaloniki to Host EuroPride 2024 in June

2024-03-21 by Iorgos Pappas

EuroPride 2024

Thessaloniki is poised to enter the annals of history as it prepares to host the first EuroPride in Greece between June 21- 29, 2024.

The 13th Balkans International Wine Competition is Set for June in Bulgaria and Turkey

2024-03-20 by Iorgos Pappas

Balkans International Wine Competition and Festival

The 13th Balkans International Wine Competition brings together two countries with rich wine traditions – Bulgaria and Turkey.

Jeddah Historic District Unveils Inaugural Trio of Heritage Hotels

2024-03-19 by Iorgos Pappas

Jeddah Historic District

The Jeddah Historic District started restoring and redeveloping three historic buildings in Al Balad into high-end hotels.

Aegean Airlines Introduces 4th Daily Athens-London Flight

2024-03-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Aegean Airlines logo on a plane.

Exciting news! Aegean Airlines has just introduced a new daily flight to and from London.

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