Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

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.

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai to Open in 2027

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Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai will have 160 luxurious rooms and suites spread across 44 floors, with an expected opening in 2027. Positioned on Huaihai Zhong Road in the Huangpu district of Puxi, the hotel will be centrally situated in a vibrant area known for its shopping, dining, and entertainment options. This neighbourhood is distinguished by […]

Eleftherias Square Will Look Different by the Next Tourist Season

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Herraklion’s Eleftherias Square (Plateia Eleftherias) will look different by the next tourist season. The main square of the Cretan capital is now under reconstruction to enhance access for individuals with special needs and to improve the local climate by increasing urban green spaces. The marble tiles are already being removed from the square by equipment […]

Most Beautiful Christmas Quotes for Travellers

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For those who have a passion for exploring new destinations during the holiday season, this blog post presents a collection of enchanting Christmas quotes that resonate with the wanderlust spirit. These quotes are sure to inspire and uplift anyone with a love for travel and the festive season.For those who have a passion for exploring […]

iSeatz Travel Trends 2024

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iSeatz has released its Travel Trends 2024 survey report showing high interest in travel among younger people, and a shift to earlier trip planning.

Heraklion Recognized as UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy

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The Municipality of Heraklion, in partnership with the Development Organization “Heraklion M.A.E.,” will host the official ceremony for Heraklion’s induction into the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCNN) on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Heraklion is among the 55 cities that recently joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network on World Cities Day, celebrated on October 31. The […]

Record Year For Knossos Palace: 15MM Euro Revenue

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Knossos Palace has achieved record-breaking attendance, with a staggering one million visitors by the end of 2023. This influx of tourists has proved to be a financial boon for the state, with revenue expected to reach 15 million euros by the year’s end. These numbers surpass the visitation figures from 2019, marking a truly “golden” […]

Breaking News: Spinalonga Electrification Project Commences

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Work has started on laying the underwater cable to provide electricity to the island of Spinalonga. Officials, including the mayor of Agios Nikolaos, Mr. Antonis Zervos, met in Athens to discuss the progress of the project. The floating crane is ready to transport materials to the project site in the Gulf of Elounda. The cable […]