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Santorini at ITB Berlin 2025: New Campaign Unveiled

2025-02-27 by Mihaela Lica Butler

ITB Berlin 2025 Santorini the One.

Santorini takes the global stage at ITB Berlin 2025 from March 4-6 with a new campaign: Santorini the One.

Johann Williams Disappearance Updates

2025-02-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Johann Williams

Search operations led by authorities in Crete for missing tourist Johann Wolfgang Williams, 21, face severe weather from the Coral cold front.

NeaKriti Highlights Morosini Fountain’s Decline—Will Restoration Come Too Late?

2025-02-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Morosini Fountain

NeaKriti reports mounting neglect of Heraklion’s iconic Morosini Fountain. Public outcry grows, but repairs remain in limbo.

A Plan to Unify the Archaeological Site of Eretria Was Set in Motion

2025-02-19 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Archaeological site of Eretria

Learn about the bold plan to transform the archaeological site of Eretria into a visitor-friendly journey through history.

Airbnb Offers 200 Cycladic Families Free Emergency Housing in Athens

2025-02-19 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Airbnb Offers 200 Cycladic Families Free Emergency Housing in Athens

200 Cycladic families displaced by earthquakes are receiving free emergency housing in Athens due to a collaboration between the Municipality and Airbnb.

Weather Alert: Icy Front Coral to Hit Crete

2025-02-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Icy Front Coral to Hit Crete CORAL cold snap

Greece braces for freezing waves starting Wednesday as mountainous areas, including Crete, expect snowfall and plummeting temperatures.

Olive Oil Tastings Are Now Part of the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia Experience

2025-02-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia olive oil tasting

At the Ecomuseum of the Municipality of Sitia, olive oil tastings immerse visitors in Crete’s cultural heart.

Elafonissi Beach Crowned No. 1 in the World for 2025

2025-02-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Elafonissi Beach in Greece

Elafonissi Beach in Crete has been named nr. 1 in the latest edition of Travelers’ Choice® Awards: Best of the Best Beaches for 2025.

Islands’ Interconnectivity and Policies Connecting Europe and Greece

2025-02-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Islands Interconnectivity and Policies Connecting Europe and Greece

On February 14, 2025, Greek and European officials discussed improving island interconnectivity and tackling regional disparities.

5.1 Magnitude Quake in Amorgos Shakes Region, Felt in Athens

2025-02-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Amorgos 5.1 magnitude earthquake AI illustration

A strong 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Amorgos on Monday morning, shaking the Aegean Sea and being felt as far as Athens.

Dr. Vangelis Kyriakou on Mismanaged Media Narratives Amidst Seismic Crisis in the Cyclades

2025-02-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Dr. Vangelis Kyriakou on Mismanaged Media Narratives Amidst Seismic Crisis in the Cyclades

Dr. Vangelis Kyriakou exposes the damages caused by media hysteria surrounding weather and seismic activity in Greece.

The Traditional Greek Tirokafteri Dip Is Always a Crowd Pleaser

2025-02-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Tirokafteri recipe

If you’re looking to knock your guests’ socks off with minimal effort, Tirokafteri is your move. Here’s a traditional Greek Tirokafteri recipe.

Geologist Avraam Zelilidi Is Not Concerned About a Major Earthquake on Santorini

2025-02-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Avraam Zelilidis on MEGA TV

Geologist Avraam Zelilidis discusses the recent seismic activity near Santorini, reassuring safety for residents and travellers.

Samaria National Park: Stricter Rules Transform Visitor Experience in 2025

2025-02-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Samaria National Park

Samaria National Park introduces updated safety measures, including helmets and emergency plans, after a fatal accident in 2024.

Sarakiniko: How Bureaucracy Fumbled Over Ecological Crime

2025-02-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Sarakiniko ecological crime

Greek authorities scramble to define protection zones for natural landscapes after the Sarakiniko ecological crime.

Santorini’s Leaders Demand Action Amid Intense Earthquake Crisis

2025-02-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Santorini earthquake crisis

On February 13, 2025, Santorini’s mayor and KΕDΕ representatives addressed urgent earthquake-related challenges.

Heraklion Amps Up Earthquake Planning

2025-02-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion Amps Up Earthquake Planning

Mayor of Heraklion discusses earthquake planning with OASP’s president: updated safety measures and an overview of Santorini’s seismic risks.

Chania Municipal Market Progress Crawls Forward

2025-02-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Chania Municipal Market restoration

Find out why the Chania Municipal Market restoration drags on, missing deadlines and frustrating locals and tourists alike.

Mirum Group Seeks Investor for €800M Luxury Development

2025-02-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Elounda Hills marina in January 2025

Mirum’s €800M Elounda Hills project in Crete begins investor search. Plans include villas, hotels, a marina, and Ralph Lauren interiors.

Restoration Projects Are Transforming Ancient Nicopolis

2025-02-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Ancient Nicopolis

Ancient Nicopolis is undergoing a historic transformation through restoration and accessibility initiatives.

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Why We Embrace AI

At Argophilia, we believe in using every tool at our disposal to bring you the stories that matter. You may notice a certain precision in our data analysis, a specific flair in our visuals, or a rapid turnaround on complex topics. That is no accident—it is the result of our rampant use of artificial intelligence.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

Missing Spearfisher

Missing Spearfisher Found Safe on Beach at Xerokampos

2026-10-29 By Argophilia Travel News

42-year-old spearfisher reported missing in eastern Crete was found safe on a Xerokampos beach after a search by local port authorities.

Greece Ferry Strike Friday

Greek Ferries Strike Tomorrow

2026-10-29 By Manuel Santos

Greece faces ferry disruptions Friday because seafarers strike over pay, working conditions and safety.

Heraklion Road Safety

Heraklion Transport Talks Put Road Safety and Student Mobility on the Same Bus

2026-10-29 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion Technical Schools and Urban KTEL plan road-safety initiatives and explore better public transport access for students.

Kastelli Airport

Kasteli Airport Gets a Research Sandbox

2026-10-29 By Iorgos Pappas

Kasteli Airport is getting a research sandbox for startups and researchers using real airport data, as Greece repeats its 2028 opening target.

Large Water Leak Reported Near Gavalochori Cemetery

Large Water Leak Reported Between Villa Rosaria and Gavalochori Cemetery

2026-10-29 By Arthur Butler

A large water leak has been reported between Villa Rosaria and Gavalochori Cemetery. Drivers should approach the affected road with caution.

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