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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.

The Walls Return to the City: Heraklion Reclaims Its Venetian Legacy

2025-05-30 by Victoria Udrea

The Walls Return to the City

Heraklion’s Venetian Walls officially returned to municipal control as part of the “The Walls Return to the City” project.

Seven New Museums to Open in Naxos

2025-05-30 by Victoria Udrea

seven new museums in Naxos

The Municipality of Naxos and Small Cyclades will open seven new museums in Naxos in 2025 to revive cultural hotspots most tourists miss.

South Aegean Islands Chase Zero Waste

2025-05-29 by Victoria Udrea

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“Just Go Zero” is rolling out across 16 islands, inspired by Tilos’ success and high garbage costs. Rhodes raises the stakes with comprehensive sustainability, strategic tourism partnerships, and urban-scale composting.

Ikos Kassandra to Bring Grand Luxury Resort Vibes to Halkidiki in 2029

2025-05-28 by Victoria Udrea

Ikos Kassandra will open in April 2029

Sani/Ikos Group reveals plans for Ikos Kassandra, a grand luxury resort in Halkidiki, Greece. Announced on April 1, 2025, the project will redevelop three hotels with an investment of over € 400 M, creating jobs and aiming to redefine all-inclusive holidays by 2029.

Thirasia Heliport, a Key Santorini Transport Hub, Reopens

2025-05-28 by Victoria Udrea

Thirasia heliport Santorini

Following a successful inspection, the Municipality of Thira has reopened the Thirasia Heliport on Santorini.

Sustainability Goes Mainstream in Greek Hotels

2025-05-28 by Victoria Udrea

sustainability Greek hotels

Greek hotels invested €200 million in sustainable upgrades in 2024, according to data from ITRF and HCH.

Chanioporta Gate Restoration Is Complete

2025-05-27 by Victoria Udrea

Chanioporta Gate restoration

Chanioporta Gate restoration in Heraklion is complete, with scaffolding removal scheduled for June 2–10, 2025.

Migrant Crisis on Crete Island Has Reached a Breaking Point

2025-05-27 by Victoria Udrea

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The migrant crisis on Crete has reached a breaking point in 2025, with over 4,600 arrivals shaking the community.

Top 10 Employers in Hospitality 2025: kariera.gr Survey Results

2025-05-26 by Victoria Udrea

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kariera.gr’s 2025 survey results reveal the top 10 employers in Greece’s hospitality sector.

Tourism Employment Surges to Record Highs

2025-05-26 by Victoria Udrea

Tourism employment in Greece is booming, reaching record highs.

Tourism employment in Greece is booming, reaching record highs. INSETE data shows 4.8% boost in employment.

Earthquake Preparedness Tips From the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos

2025-05-24 by Victoria Udrea

Earthquake Preparedness AI illustration

Official earthquake preparedness tips share step-by-step instructions on what to do before, during, and after an earthquake.

Painting Exhibition “Santorini the Authentic” at Estia Pyrgos, May 2025

2025-05-23 by Victoria Udrea

painting exhibition

The Painting Exhibition “Santorini the Authentic” by Christoforos Asimis opens at Estia Pyrgos on May 23, 2025. Free admission.

2.5 Million Euro Upgrade Announced for Port of Tinos

2025-05-12 by Victoria Udrea

Port of Tinos

Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy Vasilis Kikilias announced a 2.5-million-euro upgrade for the Port of Tinos.

Norse Atlantic Launches Direct Athens-Los Angeles Flights

2025-05-12 by Victoria Udrea

Norse Atlantic

Norse Atlantic introduces direct flights between Athens and Los Angeles starting June 2025, expanding long-haul connections at AIA.

Arkalochori Earthquake Victims Left in Limbo Years After Disaster

2025-05-11 by Victoria Udrea

PASOK-KINAL President Nikos Androulakis visited Arkalochori to expose the still-grim conditions of Arkalochori earthquake victims.

PASOK-KINAL President Nikos Androulakis visited Arkalochori to expose the still-grim conditions of Arkalochori earthquake victims.

Peloponnese DMMO Memorandum Signed

2025-05-10 by Victoria Udrea

Peloponnese DMMO

Greek Minister of Tourism, Olga Kefalogianni, and Peloponnese Governor Dimitris Ptochos signed a cooperation memorandum for the Peloponnese DMMO.

May 9 Celebrations in Crete

2025-05-09 by Victoria Udrea

May 9 Celebrations in Crete

On May 9, local authorities, officials, and citizens in Crete gathered to commemorate the anniversary of the National Struggles and the acts of Resistance against Nazism and Fascism.

A Record €18.8 Billion Surplus for Greece’s 2024 Travel Balance

2025-05-09 by Victoria Udrea

travel balance

A sharply witty breakdown of Greece’s 2024 travel balance. See who raked in millions, where tourists slept, and how cruise ships turned port towns into accidental goldmines.

Restoration Works Begin at the Archontiki Archeological Site in Psara

2025-05-08 by Victoria Udrea

Archontiki

Restoration and protection works began at the Archontiki archeological site on Psara Island, which includes Mycenaean settlement remains and a cemetery.

US Students Tackle the Future of Kastelli

2025-05-08 by Victoria Udrea

Future of Kastelli

US students from SUNY ESF and the Hellenic Mediterranean University converge on Crete to explore applied sustainability and the future of Kastelli’s new airport.

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