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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.

HARIBO Starts 2024 with GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Achievement and #HOWiHARIBO Art Contest

2024-01-13 by Iorgos Pappas

#HOWiHARIBO Art Contest

HARIBO entered 2024 with a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ achievement, launching its #HOWiHARIBO art contest with cash and sweet prizes.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens to Open in 2027

2024-01-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Breaks Ground in the Heart of the Athens Rivera

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens will open its doors in 2027 with a lively casino with 180 tables, 1100 guest rooms, and 15 dining venues.

Zeus International Hotels & Resorts Expands European Footprint with Acquisitions in Italy and Greece

2024-01-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Lazart Hotel by Zeus International Hotels

Zeus International Hotels and Resorts has recently acquired two hotel properties in Milan (Italy) and Thessaloniki (Greece).

3.7 Magnitude Earthquake 11 km southeast of Zakros

2024-01-08 by Iorgos Pappas

3.7 Earthquake 11 km southeast of Zakros

On Monday, January 8, 2024, at 4:08 pm local time (Europe/Athens GMT +2), a moderate magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck approximately 30 kilometres (19 miles) from Sitia, Crete, Greece. The earthquake, with a very shallow depth of 18.2 kilometres (11 miles), was not perceived by locals or at least not reported as such. At first, the […]

Amor Hideaway Villas Honored At Greek Hospitality Awards

2024-01-07 by Iorgos Pappas

Amor Hideaway Villas

The all-new Amor Hideaway Villas brings home a basket full of accolades from Greek Hospitality Awards 2023.

Tags: Amor Hideaway Villas, Best Greek Design Resort, Greek Hospitality Awards 2023, Santorini resorts, Santorini vacation, Santorini villas, villa architecture

Niagara Icewine Festival Kicks off on Friday, January 12

2024-01-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Niagara Icewine Festival

Excitement is brewing in Niagara as the region prepares to host its annual Niagara Icewine Festival from January 12 to 28, 2024.

Record American Travellers to the Port of Heraklion

2024-01-01 by Iorgos Pappas

Silver Moon

The Heraklion Port Authority’s official data shows that in 2023, 382,981 cruise passengers visited the port, with 253 cruise ship arrivals.

San Diego Zoo Prepares Its Float for the 135th Rose Parade by Honda on New Year’s Day

2023-12-28 by Iorgos Pappas

San Diego Zoo will participate in the 135th Rose Parade by Honda on New Year's Day with a thematic float titled It Began with a Roar.

San Diego Zoo will participate in the 135th Rose Parade by Honda on New Year’s Day with a thematic float titled It Began with a Roar.

Carnival Cruise Line Voyages 2025

2023-12-26 by Iorgos Pappas

Carnival Luminosa

Earlier this year, Carnival Cruise Line released its 2025-26 deployment, including sailings to Alaska from Seattle on the Carnival Spirit and the Carnival Luminosa.

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai to Open in 2027

2023-12-24 by Iorgos Pappas

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai

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 […]

Kálanta: Cretan Traditional Carols

2023-12-20 by Iorgos Pappas

Kálanta

Kálanta are an integral part of the island’s holiday season, characterized by their rich history and soothing melodies.

DiscoverCars.com Top Winter Getaway Destinations for 2023

2023-12-19 by Iorgos Pappas

Krakow winter

DiscoverCars.com announced the Top Winter Getaway Destinations for 2023, an annual ranking of budget-friendly cities in Europe.

Up to 4M People to Travel to the Great American Eclipse

2023-12-18 by Iorgos Pappas

Solar eclipse 2024

Between one and four million people will likely journey to the Great American Eclipse, the most significant travel event of the year.

Eleftherias Square Will Look Different by the Next Tourist Season

2023-12-18 by Iorgos Pappas

Eleftherias Square works

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 […]

Newly-Renovated Meeting Rooms at Hilton Prague

2023-12-13 by Iorgos Pappas

Hilton Prague

The Hilton Prague has recently completed a full renovation of 12 meeting rooms located on the Lobby Level.

Chania Road Projects Get 12.6M Euros

2023-12-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Chania

Stavros Arnaoutakis, signed five project contracts for the restoration of damage to the road infrastructure caused by the 2019 natural disasters in the Chania regional unit.

Accor to Open New Hotels in 2024

2023-12-12 by Iorgos Pappas

Mövenpick Wroclaw

Accor is introducing new hospitality options across its 40+ global brands for 2024, offering a range of experiences for every traveler.

Most Beautiful Christmas Quotes for Travellers

2023-12-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Most Beautiful Christmas Quotes for Travellers

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 […]

Top 2024 New Year Destinations in Asia

2023-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

Borobudur - Courtesy © MicroJapan - Fotolia.com

Discover 12Go’s top 2024 New Year destinations in Asia, carefully chosen from our ticket data to suit solo travelers, couples, families, and friends.

Korean Templestay: Tradition Meets Modernity

2023-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

Anguksa temple, Muju, Jeollabuk-do

Templestay offers a unique opportunity to experience Korea’s past and present and the essence of Korean Buddhism.

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