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Mihaela Lica Butler

A former military journalist, Mihaela Lica-Butler owns and is a senior partner at Pamil Visions PR and editor at Argophilia Travel News. Her credentials speak for themselves: she is a cited authority on search engine optimization and public relations issues, and her work and expertise were featured on BBC News, Reuters, Yahoo! Small Business Adviser, Hospitality Net, Travel Daily News, The Epoch Times, SitePoint, Search Engine Journal, and many others. Her books are available on Amazon

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water…

Türkiye Just Banned a Cruise Ship for Being Too Gay, So 2,000 Tourists Are Heading to Crete Instead

The Scarlet Lady cruise was denied entry to Turkish ports due to "moral standards," forcing 2,000 LGBTQ+ tourists to reroute…

WWF Greece Calls for National Strategy to Cut Plastic Pollution by 2030

WWF Greece demands urgent action as 11,500 tons of plastic choke the seas annually.

Crete’s Olive Oil Sector to Recover Despite Market Uncertainty

Hope for a better harvest in Crete this year, but the market remains quiet. Farmers are grappling with price drops…

Viral Video Shows Silver-Cheeked Toadfish Fighting Over Bait in Crete

A viral video from Crete captures aggressive silver-cheeked toadfish fighting over fishing bait. Watch the fish fight of the invasive…

Heraklion Debates Prettier Fencing for Blocked Lions Fountain

An emergency tourism meeting in Heraklion floats plexiglass walls and tourist viewing holes to fix the outrage over the wire-fenced…

ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk Promotes Mindful Beach Tourism

ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk program in Crete transforms evening strolls into vital conservation efforts for the loggerhead turtle.

Ryanair Investigated Over Family Seating Charges

UK regulators have launched an investigation into Ryanair's practice of charging parents to sit beside their children.

The Octopus Clothesline Needs to Go

There is a photograph that appears in countless travel brochures and social media posts about the Greek islands. A row…

Don’t Fall for the Brochure: Why a “Semi-Private” Cruise is Pure Marketing Garbage

Planning a summer boat trip in Crete? Don't let the word 'semi-private' trick you into paying double for a basic…

Cretaland: A Misplaced Concept That Belongs in Transit

A proposal by the Rector of the University of Piraeus envisions Cretaland, a massive year-round experiential theme park showcasing Cretan…

Crete Declared the Center of the Mediterranean for the 47th Consecutive Time

Crete's regional government unveiled its 2030 development vision at the Economist Impact conference in Chania, highlighting infrastructure, tourism, and renewable…

How Greek Monastic Cuisine Captivated the Culinary Elite of Northern Italy

GNTO and Aldemar Resorts brought their interactive Sympossio roadshow to elite culinary academies in Milan and Turin.

Rethymno’s Grand Delusion: Hosting Million-Dollar Indian Weddings with Birdwatching and Renaissance Fairs

Rethymno hoteliers launch a plan to capture the luxury Indian wedding industry, ignoring massive infrastructure, culinary, and floral supply chain…

Air Conditioning is for Amateurs: Why Cretans Prefer Sweat, Stone Walls, and Ceiling Fans

Did you know why locals in Crete prefer traditional stone walls, ceiling fans, and closed shutters over modern air conditioning?

Tech-Bro Travel Myth Confuses Wealthy Geeks with Real Trends

A Phocuswright report claims artificial intelligence users represent the highest-spending, most active segment in global tourism. The data shows AI…

An Open Letter to European Avian Vets

A personal perspective on the severe lack of avian veterinary care in Crete, and the real financial costs of relocating…

Thrypti Mountain Protection: Ierapetra Mayor Meets Local Advocates to Discuss Wind Farms and Water Networks

The Mayor of Ierapetra met with the Thrypti Association to discuss wind turbines, overgrazing, and water networks.

Olga Kefalogianni’s €70,000 Photo Budget Sparks Criticism

The Greek Ministry of Tourism has spent nearly €70,000 in public funds for the personal photography and video promotion of…

Cretan Tourism Bodies Defend Police After Ammoudara Murder

Tourism associations in Crete issue a joint statement supporting the Malevizi police following the tragic death of Nikistratos Gemistos.