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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.

Exarchia in Athens Sees a Wave of Airbnbs

2025-06-30 by Victoria Udrea

Exarchia

Filthy Exarchia in central Athens has seen a surge in Airbnb and trendy cafés since the tourism rebound.

Dimand’s Ambitious 800 Million Euro Hospitality Investments in Greece’s Tourist Hotspots

2025-06-30 by Victoria Udrea

800 Million Euro Gournes

Dimand sets its sights on a robust presence in Greek hospitality, unveiling plans for 800 million euro investments in Gournes and Kantza by 2026.

Inside the 2025 Revamp of Komotini Archaeological Museum

2025-06-26 by Victoria Udrea

Komotini Archaeological Museum

The Komotini Archaeological Museum gets a major overhaul with an 8-million-euro investment from the Regional Operational Program.

Sani Kassandra Land Lease Goes to Sani/Ikos Group

2025-06-26 by Victoria Udrea

Sani Kassandra

Sani/Ikos Group is the highest bidder for nearly 650,000 square meters in Sani Kassandra, after a one-phase public tender from the Hellenic Corporation of Assets and Participations.

Bee Scandal Rocks Greece

2025-06-25 by Victoria Udrea

bee scandal

Greek bee scandal exposes how OPEKEPE’s subsidy program handed out €95 million in fake organic farm funds.

Crete Short-term Rentals Surge

2025-06-25 by Victoria Udrea

Crete Short-term rentals

Crete short-term rentals are seeing a major spike. Tourists flock to Crete, drawn by high availability, rising rates, and a booming market.

In Between Festival Comes to the Odeon of Gortyna, July 7-8

2025-06-24 by Victoria Udrea

Odeon of Gortyna

The In Between festival lights up the Odeon of Gortyna on July 7 and 8, 2025 with live music, storytelling, and dance.

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Is the Brand’s First Beachfront Experience in the Mediterranean

2025-06-24 by Victoria Udrea

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, operated by SWOT Hospitality, opened in June as the brand’s first Mediterranean beachfront resort.

Chios Wildfire: Island in Crisis as Flames Threaten Homes and Lives

2025-06-23 by Victoria Udrea

Chios wildfire out of control

The Chios wildfire has forced evacuations across the island as flames draw near residential areas. On June 23, 2025, emergency services rushed to contain multiple fire fronts.

Regional Council Unveils Strategic Plan to Promote Crete’s Culinary Heritage

2025-06-20 by Victoria Udrea

Cretan food culture

The Region of Crete unveiled an Operational Plan for Cretan Food Culture to strengthen the island’s culinary identity.

British Tourists Turning Away from Santorini as Greece Sees Sharp Decline in Visitors

2025-06-20 by Victoria Udrea

British tourists

British tourists are abandoning Santorini in early 2025, leaving Greece facing an unprecedented drop in visitors.

Europe Rallies Against Uncontrolled Tourism

2025-06-10 by Victoria Udrea

Uncontrolled Tourism

Across Europe, on June 15, 2025, activist groups and residents will join forces in a sweeping protest against uncontrolled tourism.

Trygos Traditions During Grape Harvest in Crete

2025-06-05 by Victoria Udrea

Trygos

Trygos, the local grape harvest, unfolds somewhere between rustic celebration and wine-soaked athletic event.

Water Scarcity Investigation: Tornos News Reveals the State of Greece’s Tourist Destinations

2025-06-05 by Victoria Udrea

water scarcity investigation - Neraïdóspēlios

An exclusive Tornos News water scarcity investigation highlights the urgent challenges facing Greece’s top tourist destinations, from Mykonos to Kefalonia, as they adapt to dwindling water supplies and rising demand.

Risk of Accidents in Almyrida Rises as Municipality Neglects Road Works

2025-06-05 by Victoria Udrea

risk of accidents

Almyrida residents and tourists are facing a risk of accidents due to an unfinished road restoration following municipal water pipe works.

Why Family Time Becomes Magic During the Summer Holidays

2025-06-04 by Victoria Udrea

Family Time

Long, sun-warmed afternoons. Sticky hands from melting ice cream. The lazy hush that falls after a late picnic dinner. Summer holidays offer families a short pause from the regular chaos and open up hours that run slower, easier, and sweeter. “We laughed together until the stars came out and my youngest fell asleep in her […]

Hilton’s ÉRA Hotel Heraklion to Open in 2026

2025-06-04 by Victoria Udrea

ÉRA Hotel Heraklion

Hilton partners with Green Properties to open ÉRA Hotel Heraklion, a 56-room Tapestry Collection hotel, in early 2026.

Archaeological Museum of Chania, A Time Capsule in Its Own Right

2025-06-03 by Victoria Udrea

Archaeological Museum of Chania

The Archaeological Museum of Chania gathers artefacts from prehistoric times to the Roman era in an iconic new building.

Creta Maris Resort Celebrates 50 Years of Authentic Cretan Hospitality

2025-06-03 by Victoria Udrea

Creta Maris Resort

Creta Maris Resort, established in 1975 by the Metaxa family, marked its 50th anniversary with engaging celebrations and cultural highlights.

Greece Tops the List of Most Overcrowded Islands in Europe

2025-06-03 by Victoria Udrea

Most Overcrowded Islands in Europe AI illustration

Discover why Greece has the largest number of most overcrowded islands in Europe.

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