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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.

Greek Islands Demand Tourist Fees

2025-10-14 by Iorgos Pappas

Greek Islands

South Aegean island municipalities joined forces to demand legislation allowing local visitor contribution fees.

Autumn Showers Sweep Greece

2025-10-08 by Iorgos Pappas

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Greece sees brief autumn rains followed by clear skies and mild temperatures — perfect for late-season island travelers.

Sani/Ikos Bets 400 Million on Luxury Revival

2025-10-07 by Iorgos Pappas

Ikos

Sani/Ikos invests €400M to rebuild Halkidiki’s iconic hotels into the new Ikos Kassandra by 2029.

Two New Calls for Outdoor Market Licenses Across Crete

2025-10-06 by Iorgos Pappas

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The Region of Crete launches two new calls for outdoor market licenses, offering 430 new and expanded positions across Heraklion, Lassithi, Rethymno, and Chania.

Crete’s Liquid Gold Protected at Last

2025-10-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Golden olive groves on the island of Crete at sunrise

The EU officially recognizes “Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kriti” as a PGI product, marking a new era for Crete’s olive growers.

Rethymno Veterinary Department Temporarily Closed for Relocation

2025-10-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno Veterinary Department

For a few days in early October, Rethymno’s veterinarians will be busy packing more than paperwork — they will be moving the entire department to its new home on Zampeliou Street, at the ground floor of the Directorate of Public Health and Social Welfare building. The Directorate of Agricultural Development and Veterinary Services announced that […]

Crete’s Night of Sacred Light

2025-10-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Full moon rising over Mount Juktas

Beneath Mount Juktas, the full moon rises over Crete, linking Minoan priests and modern stargazers in one sacred night.

When the Moon Rises Over Crete

2025-10-06 by Iorgos Pappas

Full moon rising

The full moon rises over Crete’s sacred peaks, where ancient Minoan faith meets modern astronomy under the same light.

Greece Gets a Free Shower – And Nobody Brought an Umbrella

2025-10-05 by Iorgos Pappas

Stormy day

Last week’s rain hit Greece hard, flooding streets and testing umbrellas. Northern and western regions took the brunt, while the rest of the country tried to stay dry — with mixed results.

Greece Announces Hotel-school Model for Tourism Education With 99-year Leases

2025-10-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Hotel-school Model

Greece’s Tourism and Economy Ministries plan to repurpose public tourism schools into hotel-school hybrids under 99-year PPP leases, inspired by Switzerland’s model.

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Mykonos Hotel Loses Millions in Subsidy Over Missed Deadlines

2025-10-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Grecotel Mykonos Blu

TOURISMA AE, operator of Grecotel Mykonos Blu, lost state support of €877,760 after failing to complete a modernization project approved in 2007.

Athens Airport Climbs Connectivity Rankings but Still Misses the Global Stage

2025-10-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens Airport

Athens Airport ranked eighth in Europe and ninth in the EMEA region in OAG’s Megahubs 2025 survey. Aegean Airlines dominates with 39% of flights.

Greece Sells the Vertical Energy Spine of Europe

2025-10-04 by Iorgos Pappas

Athens Riviera Forum 2025

At the Athens Riviera Forum 2025, Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou called the Vertical Gas Corridor Europe’s new energy backbone.

Crete Stands Defenseless Against Another Tourist Invasion

2025-10-03 by Iorgos Pappas

Crete Stands Defenseless

Heraklion Airport in Crete recorded over 1.47 million passenger movements in September 2025. Domestic traffic rose 9.49 percent and international 3.81 percent, led by Germany, the UK, and France.

Bolzano in Italy Plans a Dog Tourism Tax in 2026

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

dog tourism tax

From 2026, Bolzano in Italy will charge a €1.50 daily tourist dog tax and €100 annually for residents to curb overtourism and fund new parks.

Greek Hoteliers Struggle Amid Short-Term Rental Boom

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

Greek hoteliers struggle

Greek tourism revenue reached €12.18 billion from January to July 2025, yet hoteliers struggle as short-term rentals dominate.

Agios Nikolaos Brags Its Way into Cruise Club with Explora I Docking

2025-10-02 by Iorgos Pappas

Explora I in Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos port hosted its largest cruise ship, the Explora I, after new infrastructure upgrades.

Chania Cruise Arrivals Smash Records in 2025

2025-10-01 by Iorgos Pappas

Chania Cruise Arrivals AI illustration

Chania set new cruise records in 2025 with 150 ships and 331,808 passengers at Souda. A 48.6% jump highlights the port’s booming appeal.

Heraklion Joins Nationwide Strike Against 13-Hour Workday

2025-10-01 by Iorgos Pappas

strike in Heraklion against 13-hour workday

On September 30, 2025, Heraklion unions joined Greece’s nationwide strike against a Labor Ministry bill proposing a 13-hour workday.

Heraklion Approves Urban Accessibility Plan Amid Crumbling Sidewalks

2025-09-30 by Iorgos Pappas

Urban Accessibility Plan

Heraklion approved its Urban Accessibility Plan to fix broken sidewalks and improve mobility. Officials promise ramps, routes, and new designs.

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Crete in Global Spotlight: Why Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best 2026 Got It Right

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When Tripadvisor released its Travelers’ Choice: Best of the Best Destinations 2026, one result stood out quietly but unmistakably: Crete ranked 9th in the world. Not 9th in Europe. Not 9th among islands. 9th globally. And that matters. The Best of the Best list represents roughly the top 1% of destinations worldwide, based entirely on […]

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