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Victoria is the Editorial Assistant at Argophilia Travel News, where she helps craft stories that celebrate the spirit of travel—with a special fondness for Crete. Before joining Argophilia, she worked as a PR consultant at Pamil Visions PR, building her expertise in media and storytelling. Whether covering innovation or island life, Victoria brings curiosity and heart to every piece she writes.

EODY Issues Saharan Dust Health Alert

2026-04-16 by Victoria Udrea

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Learn about the chemical composition of Saharan dust and why EODY is warning undiagnosed COPD patients in Greece.

Horta Foraging in Apodoulou This Sunday

2026-04-16 by Victoria Udrea

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Join the Psiloritis Geopark and the Municipality of Amari on April 19 for a traditional horta harvest in the historic village of Apodoulou.

Oleander Controversy in Crete

2026-04-15 by Victoria Udrea

Crete oleander ban

A new health directive in Greece suggests removing toxic oleander plants from schools, sparking a debate between safety officials and environmental experts.

Heraklion’s Three-Million-Euro Garden

2026-04-14 by Victoria Udrea

Heraklion €2.9M Urban Landscape

Heraklion begins a major €2.9 million urban landscaping project, with 11,000 new plants that will change the waterfront.

Greek Food Exports Target €10 Billion by 2030

2026-03-29 by Victoria Udrea

Greek food exports AI illustration

Greek food exports reached €9 billion in 2025. Insights from Foodexpo 2026 on the growth of olive oil, feta, yogurt, and kiwis.

Middle East Conflict Ignites Massive Price Hikes in Heraklion Markets

2026-03-28 by Victoria Udrea

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Why are Crete’s vegetable prices soaring despite the proximity to Ierapetra’s greenhouses?

€1.2M for the Restoration of the Medrese of Athens

2026-03-27 by Victoria Udrea

Medrese of Athens restoration proposal

The Greek Ministry of Culture has finally approved funding for the restoration of the historic Athens Medrese and Roman Wall.

Dubrovnik Welcomes Easter with Colorful Decorations

2026-03-27 by Victoria Udrea

Dubrovnik Easter decorations

Dubrovnik’s beautiful Easter decorations feature large hand-painted eggs and spring nests in the Old City, Rector’s Palace, and Brsalje.

A Major Catholic Gathering Returns to Its Spiritual Roots

2026-03-26 by Victoria Udrea

6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy Vilnius

This June, Vilnius welcomes the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM), an international Catholic gathering expected to draw 5,000 participants.

Tourists in Greece Skip Taverns as Supermarket Sales Surge

2026-03-26 by Victoria Udrea

Gree tourists Ditching Taverns for Supermarkets

Rising restaurant prices in Greece are pushing tourists toward supermarkets, with more visitors preparing their own meals, especially on islands like Crete.

Hersonissos Launches Third Phase of 2030 Destination Strategy

2026-03-25 by Victoria Udrea

Hersonissos 2030 Destination Strategy

Hersonissos Municipality launches the third phase of its 2030 place branding strategy with a questionnaire for tourism professionals.

The Rising Cost Behind Your Fresh Fish in Crete

2026-03-19 by Victoria Udrea

Crete fish costs

From fuel to fishing nets, rising costs are reshaping Crete’s fishing industry. This affects the authentic seafood experience tourists love.

Tomato Prices Rise in Crete After Difficult Season for Farmers

2026-03-18 by Victoria Udrea

tomatoes

Vegetable production in Ierapetra dropped due to poor water quality, heat, and plant disease, pushing tomato prices higher.

Major Hersonissos Project Faces Delays After Archaeological Discoveries

2026-03-17 by Victoria Udrea

archaeology delays Greece

Redevelopment of the Hersonissos port zone is delayed by archaeology, bureaucracy and lack of coordination.

Allergy Season Starts Early

2026-03-16 by Victoria Udrea

allergy season

Spring allergy season is starting early in Greece. Doctors advise preparing before symptoms begin, as pollen levels rise with warmer weather.

Pay €29 to Remember Your Own Vacation

2026-03-16 by Victoria Udrea

My Little Book of Memories

A €29 memory book for tourists in Greece promises to help visitors remember their trip. Because photos, phones, and brains are no longer enough.

Tom Wesselmann at the Gagosian Athens

2026-03-15 by Victoria Udrea

Tom Wesselmann

Gagosian presents Seascapes, Still Lifes, and Nudes in a free exhibition exploring one of the most iconic voices of modern American art.

Greek Fashion Steps Beyond Resortwear at Paris Fashion Week

2026-03-14 by Victoria Udrea

Greek fashion Paris Fashion Week jewelry design

Greek fashion brands gained attention at Paris Fashion Week exhibitions Tranoï and Première Classe, showing growing international demand for Greek design, jewelry, and accessories.

Reports Claim Dubai Empty as Middle East Tensions Rise

2026-03-14 by Victoria Udrea

Dubai tourism reports Middle East

Reports suggest that tourism in Dubai slowed after tensions in the Middle East, but claims of a “ghost city” may be exaggerated.

Twelve New Traditions Enter Greece’s Intangible Heritage Register

2026-03-12 by Victoria Udrea

12 new elements intangible cultural heritage Greece

Greece registers 12 new elements in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list, highlighting traditions that strengthen cultural tourism across the country.

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Stories of Interest

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Agios Nikolaos Marina Upgrade Begins Second Phase

2026-04-17 By Kostas Raptis

The second phase of the Agios Nikolaos Marina upgrade has begun, with the installation of Italian floating piers, solar panels, and smart LED lighting.

Diktaion Antron Elevator Project Dropped

Controversial Cave of Zeus Elevator Project Falls Through

2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

The Cave of Zeus elevator project was nixed, while local businesses in the Lasithi Plateau struggle with long-term site closures.

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€1.5 Million Lifeline for Chania Municipal Market Businesses Ahead of 2026 Reopening

2026-04-16 By Iorgos Pappas

After years of scaffolding, dust, and the occasional existential crisis, the Municipal Market of Chania (Δημοτική Αγορά Χανίων) is preparing for a meaningful comeback. Through coordinated institutional efforts, €1.5 million in funding has been secured to provide immediate support to approximately 50 local professionals whose businesses were disrupted by the extensive reconstruction works. The financial intervention aims […]

Samaria Gorge

Samaria Gorge Refuses to Open on Schedule

2026-04-16 By Manuel Santos

The traditional May 1 opening of Samaria Gorge is delayed. Rockfalls and high water levels have made the Cretan trek impassable.

Arkalos Mountain Running Club environmental cleanup

Arkalos Mountain Running Club Members Clean Nerokourou and Malaxa Trails

2026-04-16 By Manuel Santos

The Arkalos Mountain Running Club led a major environmental cleanup in Chania, proving that the love of sport and nature go hand in hand.

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