Our search for Minoan ceramic perfection takes us back to Margarites Village and the amazing workshop Keramion.
On the Ropes – TUI Must Have a Win in 2021 or Else
TUI stocks are really in the toilet now on news that fears about COVID-19 variants have dampened traveler enthusiasm.
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages: A Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Gem
One of southern Crete’s most enchanting stays, Koutsounari Traditional Cottages was just named a 2021 Travelers Choice Award winner.
The Keftiu Legend: When Peace Swayed All Creatures
Knowledge of the Keftiu, the place, and the people said to have been the “nail that held up the world,” may reveal the path humanity missed.
Santorini Sky Presents Sky Dome: A Pimple of a Marketing Idea
A rough review of a new Santorini project that simply got too much positive press. Santorini Sky’s new Sky Dome is a blemish on the island.
The Most Important Travel News You Will Read Today
The reopening of Greece to travelers has brought praise from economists and the WTTC, but on Crete leaders say the people have been let down.
Greece Summer 2021: Let the Big Gamble Sink In
Greece’s Tourism Minister says Greece will be on the UK’s “Green List” soon, but will it be too late for that Greece summer to remember?
Greece’s Tourism Gamble Could Be the Biggest Bust in History
Is Greece’s tourism restart about to be the biggest flop in history, or will last-minute bookings rescue the COVID stricken economy?
Greece COVID Cases Spiking On the Eve of Tourism’s Reopening
On the eve of Greece reopening to tourists, COVID-19 cases have spiked to 3,421 in a 24 hour period. Is Athens moving too fast?
More Crete Adventures In the Middle of the Marvelous Nowhere
Another epic, if unexpected Crete marvelous nowhere adventure to find the Monumental Olive Tree of Paliama outside the tiny village of Moroni.
Crete Farmers Forced to Toss Produce Because of Pandemic
Crete’s agricultural growers are being forced to discard products on account of very low demand brought on by the pandemic.
Greek Hoteliers Overexposed and Cannot Reopen Without Help
With just days to go before Greece is open to tourists, Greek hoteliers are asking the government’s help with operating costs.
Happy Easter From Argophilia & Five of Crete’s Best
Happy Easter from the team at Argophilia and the famously friendly people of the island of Crete!
World Archaeologists and Scholars Say Acropolis at Risk
Athen’s Acropolis is in danger of being degraded by highly controversial construction approved by Greece’s Ministry of Culture.
7 Instagram Shares To Make You Fly to Crete in 2021
Seven reasons you simply must fly to Crete in 2021. Stunning beaches, amazing valleys, Garden of Eden gorges, and unequalled variety await.