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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.

Cretan Train Debate Returns to Parliament for the Fifth Time Since Dinosaurs

2025-10-31 by Iorgos Pappas

Cretan train

Once again, politicians discussed the mythical “Cretan train,” proving hope is renewable even when railways are not.

Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Adjusts Winter Hours

2025-10-31 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion unveils yet another schedule puzzle. Different hours by month, mysterious Wednesdays, and classic Cretan timing chaos.

Heraklion’s Venetian Walls Get Paroled After 500 Years of Bureaucracy

2025-10-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion Venetian Walls

After half a millennium of patiently holding up the skyline, Heraklion’s Venetian Walls are finally getting some attention — or at least, another document.On Thursday, October 23, at the Ministry of Culture in Athens, the great Ceremony of Pens took place: Minister Lina Mendoni, Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis, Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos, and ODAP President Nikoleta Divari-Valakou […]

Shooting at Kissamos Chestnut Festival Shocks Crete

2025-10-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Kissamos Chestnut Festival

The Kissamos Chestnut Festival ended in sadness after a tragic event in Elos, as the municipality expressed condolences while honoring those who kept tradition alive.

Greece to Serve Dinner Where History Happened — Literally

2025-10-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Eaternity Experience Greece

From Delphi to Frangokastello, Greece invites chefs to cook where history once ruled — because nothing says culture like dinner with ruins.

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The Catamaran Removal from Heraklion’s Venetian Harbour Is Called “Incomprehensible and Dangerous.”

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Heraklion forces tourist catamarans into an unsafe, foul-smelling industrial port while raising fees by 300%

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Crete offers some of Europe’s clearest skies for the Geminid meteor shower.

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2025-11-20 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Crete offers rich mushroom habitats across its forests and mountains. Learn where to find them, when to forage, which species are safe, and how to explore responsibly.

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Malevizi signs a 1.6M-euro road improvement project, upgrading rural access and boosting safety for visitors exploring Crete’s mountain villages.

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