Kostas Raptis, Author at Argophilia

Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

About Kostas Raptis

Crete Faces EU Pressure Over Kasteli Airport’s Missing Rail Link

2025-11-18 by Kostas Raptis

Haris Mamoulakis warns that Crete’s new Kasteli Airport may open as the EU’s only major hub without a rail link.

Winter 2025/26: Greece’s Airlines Are Not Just Optimistic — They Are Aggressively Confident

2025-11-14 by Kostas Raptis

INSETE data shows 6.33 million winter seats to Greece for 2025/26 (+11.8%) with bookings up 6.8%.

Santorini Authenticity Year Marketing Costs Revealed

2025-11-13 by Kostas Raptis

Santorini’s €1 million-plus digital campaign reveal shows how “authenticity” is sold — budget, reality, and what visitors experience.

Hotels Across Greece Turn to Solar Energy

2025-11-13 by Kostas Raptis

Greek hotels are turning to solar energy to beat rising power costs and meet eco-tourism demand. Experts predict 40% will be partly solar-powered by 2026.

Rhodes International Airport Expansion Nears Completion

2025-11-12 by Kostas Raptis

Rhodes airport upgrades reach final phase as runway reconstruction and capacity expansion shape the island’s shoulder-season growth.