Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Kimolos Island Beach Votes World’s Best

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The Cycladic Island of Kimolos was recently given the distinction of having the world’s cleanest beaches and clearest waters. The Island, which was a battlefield between Ancient Athens, the ruler of the island, and Sparta, the ruler of Milos, is a lesser-known touristic gem than its neighbour Milos. Prassa Beach, which won the world’s best award, is a […]

Greek Ferries Offer Rough Sailing and Stinky Toilets This Season

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This summer in Greece is extremely hot, and the effects are felt everywhere, including aboard island ferries. State broadcaster ERT reported yesterday that a passenger aboard a ferry headed from Crete to Athens lost his cool over a toilet situation. According to the report, the passenger assaulted a crewmember over an issue with the ship’s […]

Crete Selected as Gastronomic Region of Europe for 2026

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Crete has been selected to be included in the Gastronomic Regions of Europe 2026 by The International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT). An international jury comprising four experts, accompanied by IGCAT’s President, Diane Dodd, PhD, evaluated the application of the Crete region for the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026. After […]

Is the Sun About to Set on Santorini Tourism?

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According to AFP, Santorini is Greece’s most “Instagrammed” Island, an accolade locals may soon detest. Authorities have talked for years about setting certain limits so that one of the world’s top touristic destinations will not sink because of hypertourism.” Mayor Nikos Zorzos has been promising drastic changes to alleviate some of the pressure on Santorini, […]

Chania Wildfire Situation Intensifies Under Heat Emergency

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Crete Island and much of the rest of Greece are experiencing stalling heat, water shortages, and a rash of threatening wildfires. The most recent news comes from Chania Prefecture on Crete, where the villages of Agriles and Livada and the broader area were the most recent hit. According to the news, villages and settlements in […]

Extreme Weather Warning Still in Place for Southern Europe

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Countries across southern and southeastern Europe have issued extreme weather warnings due to potentially dangerous heat. Greece’s culture ministry closed the Acropolis for some hours during the hottest part of the day. Meanwhile, Meteorologists say hot air coming from Africa will continue baking the nation until Sunday. According to the news, temperatures last week reached […]