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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.

Storm Alexandros Triggers Severe Weather Alert

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

Storm Alexandros to bring heavy rain and hail in Greece until Saturday night. Read more for the detailed forecast.

Storm Alexandros to bring heavy rain and hail in Greece until Saturday night. Read more for the detailed forecast.

Malevizi Flooding Risks Alert

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

Malevizi flooding risk

Malevizi warns of severe weather predicted for Friday and Saturday, advising caution due to potential flooding risks.

Autumn Rains End Drought in Crete. Flooding Possible.

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

autumn rains

Crete embraces long-awaited autumn rains after a relentless drought, offering hope for agriculture, however with a possibility for floods.

Kotsifos Gorge Restoration Progress Report

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

Kotsifos Gorge landscape before landslides.

Kotsifos Gorge: road construction, water drainage, and rock clearing are done, with protective mesh installation as the final step.

Nationwide Maritime Union Strikes Again

2024-11-15 by Iorgos Pappas

Panhellenic Maritime Federation strike illustration

The Panhellenic Maritime Federation, Greece’s nationwide maritime union, backs a 24-hour general strike on November 20, 2024.

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“Once, at dawn,” an old man from Anogeia tells, “I saw eyes burning in the rocks. Too wide for a cat, too low for a wolf. A fourogatos. He watched me, then vanished. No sound, no trace. Just those eyes.” The boy beside him laughs. “A story. A tale to keep children from straying.”The old […]

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