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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.

€60 Million Investment Approved for Multi-site Tourist Complex in Preveza

2025-06-03 by Victoria Udrea

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Municipality of Preveza secured approval for a €60 million public investment to build a multi-site tourist complex spanning over 200 hectares.

Typography Museum of Chania: Where Printing Presses Get the Last Word

2025-06-02 by Victoria Udrea

Typography Museum of Chania

The Typography Museum of Chania invites visitors to experience the evolution of print from medieval presses to modern techniques.

Major Overhaul Announced for Kalamata International Airport

2025-06-01 by Victoria Udrea

Kalamata International Airport

Kalamata International Airport is undergoing significant upgrades overseen by the Civil Aviation Authority and a private consortium.

Greek Officials Tour Lassithi Cultural Monuments

2025-05-31 by Victoria Udrea

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Lassithi’s Deputy Regional Governor Giannis Androulakis, Ministry of Culture reps, and local leaders inspected key Lassithi cultural monuments.

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

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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

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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.

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