Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

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.

Halikidiki’s Famous Honey Faces a Dry Spell

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In Halkidiki, beekeepers grapple with the effects of an unyielding climate. The agricultural cooperative Melis Sithon, once a beacon of fruitful honey production, reports a bleak season. Drought has parched the area, slashing expected yields by over half. “This year has been a tough ride for beekeepers across Greece,” states Dimitris Mitsiaras, director of Melis […]

Major Development Initiatives for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace

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Strategic Regional Plan Announced During a recent visit to Northern Greece, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveiled a comprehensive series of development projects amounting to €2.83 billion, targeting Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, with a particular focus on the Evros region adjacent to the Greek-Turkish border. This initiative forms a cornerstone of the Greek government’s strategic vision […]