Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

Fall and Winter Mean Olive Harvest on Crete Island

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Crete’s rolling hills are adorned with silvery-green leaves of olive trees, which are integral to the island’s agricultural landscape. Someone counted them, and there are more than 30 million. This precious crop has shaped the lives and economy of the Cretan people for millennia. From November through January, the island buzzes with “Vendema,” the period […]

Nelly’s Photographic Genius on Display in Chania

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This seminar, part of the ongoing exhibit, will offer a comprehensive look into the genius of Nelly’s, captivating attendees with her profound cultural and historical influence. The day’s schedule includes: 10:25 a.m. Welcome Remarks 10:30 a.m. Opening Addresses 11:00 a.m. First Session 12:00 p.m. Break 12:20 p.m. Second Session 1:35 p.m. Discussions and Closing Remarks […]

Crete Gets Ready for Indian Summer

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Greece is poised to enjoy an unusual spell of sunny, dry weather this October, akin to the “Indian Summer”, locally known as “Saint Demetrius’ Summer”, as reported by Theodoros Kolydas, the director of the National Meteorological Service. Although October typically serves as a bridge between seasons, it will display mild afternoons and clear skies this […]

It’s Official: Heraklion International Airport Is Europe’s Worst

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Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR) finds itself at the bottom of Europe’s airport rankings in a top compiled by Holidu based on Google Reviews. Burdened with an average Google Maps rating of 2.6 out of 5, as reflected in over 21,000 reviews, the airport has yet to impress travellers. This low […]

Winter Tourism Surge in Crete

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Crete is once again leading the charge in boosting its tourism sector. Unlike the past, which focused on extending the holiday season, Crete aims to establish itself as a full-fledged winter destination. While many remote workers chose Crete as their favourite winter refuge as early as 2022, this year, the local authorities attempt to attract […]

More Water Shortage Issues in Crete

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A persistent water leak in the middle of the street near the Dyo Aorakia sports hall has frustrated residents for weeks. The community voices its concerns loudly, pointing out the irony of such waste amidst a water shortage. Although measures are supposedly in place to conserve water, this fault has been spewing water with no […]

Expand North Star 2024 Connector Event for Startups and Investors in Dubai

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Expand North Star 2024 is the epicentre for groundbreaking business developments, propelling sought-after startups towards explosive growth and unifying the entire startup community. This annual must-attend event is where startups, investors, accelerators, and tech enthusiasts converge to explore funding avenues, strike investment deals, and keep pace with industry trends. From October 13-16, 2024, Dubai Harbour […]

Maria Lioni Oversees €2M Kotsifou Gorge Repair Effort

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Maria Lioni, the Deputy Regional Governor of Rethymno, her team from the Technical Works Directorate of the Rethymno Regional Unit, contractors, and local leaders visited Kotsifou Gorge. The objective of this visit was to oversee ongoing restoration activities related to the project “Repairing Damage from Landslide on Provincial Road Section 4—Kotsifou Gorge in Rethymno.” The […]