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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.

€1.7 Million for Kalokairinou Avenue’s Makeover

2025-05-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Kalokairinou Avenue

Heraklion’s Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos confirmed a €1.7 million renovation of Kalokairinou Avenue under the “Crete 2021-2027” program.

Plakiotissa Dam Brings New Hope to Water Management in Crete

2025-05-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Plakiotissa Dam

Plakiotissa Dam, set to irrigate 30,000 acres, marks a turning point for the region’s agriculture and economy with holistic water resource planning underway.

Reviving the Swiss Model of Tourism Education in Greece

2025-05-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Swiss model of tourism education returns to Greece

There’s a quiet energy in the halls of Greece’s historic tourism training hotels. Once a showcase for Greek ambition and elegance, three storied properties—Xenia-Ilios hotels in Anavyssos, Kokkinis Chani on Crete, and Peraia in Thessaloniki—are set to regain their former glory, serving a noble and practical purpose. The Ministry of Tourism, guided by Olga Kefalogianni, […]

Heraklion’s Water Supply Crisis

2025-05-10 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion's water supply crisis AI illustration

Heraklion’s water supply faces urgent challenges as DEYAH battles recurring shortages. The utility proposes new drilling sites, but struggles with limited state funding.

Higher School of Tourism Education of Crete: New Facilities in Agios Nikolaos Approved

2025-05-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Higher School of Tourism Education of Crete approved

A project, valued at approximately 8.5 million euros, aims to upgrade the Higher School of Tourism Education of Crete (A.S.T.E.K.)

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“The knife is the most permanent, the most immortal, the most ingenious of all man’s creations.” — Yevgeny Zamyatin If Zamyatin had strolled through Chania’s alleys, he would have seen his words embodied in the Cretan knife. Forged in fire, hammered by stubborn hands, and inscribed with mantinades that slice into the heart, the knife […]

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