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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.

Vlora Airport Prepares for 2025 Opening With New Technology

2025-01-17 by Victoria Udrea

Aeroporti i Vlorës

Vlora Airport (Aeroporti i Vlorës) aims for a Spring 2025 launch despite an 8-month timeline for traffic control system installation.

Behind the Scenes at the Heraklion Cultural Conference Centre

2025-01-15 by Victoria Udrea

Heraklion Cultural Conference Centre

Starting February 2025, visitors can join guided tours of the Heraklion Cultural Conference Center.

Travel Trends 2025: Solo Travel

2025-01-14 by Victoria Udrea

travel trends 2025: solo travel

Solo Travel is among the top travel trends 2025 with digital nomads, Gen Z, and Millennials embracing independent trips worldwide.

Romania Joins VWP: Visa-Free Travel to the U.S.

2025-01-13 by Victoria Udrea

Romania Joins VWP

Romania joins the VWP on January 10, 2025. Learn about visa-free travel, ESTA applications, and what this means for Romanian travellers.

Kathy McCabe Dreams of Europe

2025-01-08 by Victoria Udrea

dream of europe

Kathy McCabe’s new travel series, Dream of Europe, airs January 2025 on PBS and explores Europe’s hidden gems and iconic highlights.

National Museum of Underwater Antiquities Opening in Piraeus, 2026

2025-01-04 by Victoria Udrea

National Museum of Underwater Antiquities

Greece’s National Museum of Underwater Antiquities in Piraeus will open in 2026 with shipwrecks, relics, and fascinating exhibits.

New Year 2025: Chania Rings in Style

2025-01-02 by Victoria Udrea

New Year 2025: Chania Rings in Style

Chania welcomed New Year 2025 with a dazzling light show, live music, and traditional celebrations under the Municipal Garden Clock Tower.

Larnaca Welcomes 2025 With Silent Fireworks

2024-12-30 by Victoria Udrea

silent fireworks

Larnaca’s New Year 2025 celebrations will feature silent fireworks to protect animals and a vibrant musical night in Europe Square.

Pafos Ranked Among Top 100 Greenest Destinations (2024-2026)

2024-12-25 by Victoria Udrea

Pafos Cyprus

Pafos achieved a Silver Quality Coast Award and secured its place among the Top 100 Greenest Destinations in the world for 2024-2026.

Tips That Will Improve Your Travel Experience In 2025

2024-12-18 by Victoria Udrea

Improve Your Travel Experience

Travel in 2025 looks different, but great adventures are still within reach. With a little planning and creativity, trips can be more enjoyable than ever.

Why You Should Visit the Himalayas

2024-12-17 by Victoria Udrea

Visit the Himalayas

Discover why you should visit the Himalayas, home to stunning landscapes, unique cultures, and endless adventures.

Santa Gang: A Santa Claus Adventure in Chania

2024-12-17 by Victoria Udrea

Santa Gang

Get ready for the Santa Gang event! Join Santa in a thrilling chase and save Christmas at Chania’s Venetian Harbor.

$2 Million for Trails: Athletic Brewing’s Big Move for Outdoor Spaces

2024-12-13 by Victoria Udrea

Two For The Trails

Athletic Brewing Co. donates $2M through Two For The Trails to protect 170+ outdoor areas worldwide.

Delvina Olive Festival 2024: Where Flavour Meets History (And a Lot of Olives)

2024-12-12 by Victoria Udrea

AI illustration for Delvina Olive Festival 2024

Delvina Olive Festival 2024 promises to offer something memorable for everyone, whether you’re a foodie, history buff, or traveller.

Four Seasons Hinitsa Bay to Open in Porto Heli

2024-12-11 by Victoria Udrea

Four Seasons Hinitsa Bay

Four Seasons Hinitsa Bay represents more than just another resort; it’s a bold step in defining luxury travel in Greece.

Potential New Rules on Short-Term Rentals in Greece Leave Hosts and Guests Fuming

2024-12-11 by Victoria Udrea

Short-Term Rentals

Short-term rentals operating under Article 111 of Law 4446/2016 must meet specific standards to operate legally if Article 3 Specifications for short-term leased properties passes. Here’s a breakdown of what’s now on the checklist: The Mandatory Checklist: Compliance is verified via inspections conducted by Ministry of Tourism representatives or joint teams with the Independent Authority […]

Lines of Sails and Dreams Opens at Heraklion’s Municipal Art Gallery

2024-12-10 by Victoria Udrea

Lines of Sails and Dreams

Discover the captivating art of Giannis Zacharakis in his exhibit “Lines of Sails and Dreams” at Heraklion’s Municipal Art Gallery.

Possible Hermes Ludovisi Statue Unearthed Near the Acropolis

2024-12-10 by Victoria Udrea

Hermes Ludovisi

A possible marble statue resembling the Hermes Ludovisi tied to opulent Roman-era Athens, was discovered near the Acropolis.

Climate Challenge Conference Addresses Sustainability in Tourism, Urban Areas, and Education

2024-12-04 by Victoria Udrea

Stratos Fanaras

The Greek Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF) held the “Climate Challenge” conference on Monday, November 25, at the Basil & Marina Theocharakis Foundation for Fine Arts and Music. The event focused on sustainability through the lenses of tourism, urban development, and education, emphasizing the urgency of climate crisis solutions. Key Findings and Topics […]

Aesthetic Tourism Booming in Taiwan

2024-12-03 by Victoria Udrea

Aesthetic Tourism Taiwan 12 destinations

Taiwan’s North Coast is now an aesthetic tourism destination blending natural beauty and creative expression.

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Crete-Riyadh: When Hype Replaces Common Sense

2025-12-02 By Manuel Santos

The idea that Cretans can “afford” Riyadh trips highlights the many holes in a press release long on hype and short on evidence.

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Cretan Farmer Blockades Force KTEL to Rewrite Reality

2025-12-01 By Kostas Raptis

Cretan farmer blockades hit KTEL routes, forcing early departures and pure road chaos.

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Safety Review Pushes Drastic Measures for Krasi’s Plane Tree

2025-12-01 By Kostas Raptis

Krasi’s ancient plane tree may undergo drastic pruning after a new study cites safety risks.

Heraklion Airport handled an early bomb alert with calm precision; the flight to Athens departed safely.

Heraklion Airport Bomb Scare Handled Swiftly

2025-12-01 By Kostas Raptis

Full security protocols followed after a bomb threat at Heraklion Airport; nothing suspicious found.

Crete Refuses to Do Winter Again

2025-11-30 By Argophilia Travel News

If November had a personality, this year it would be that friend who shows up late, dressed for a party you did not invite them to, and insists everything is fine. Because on the very last day of the month, Crete decided to cancel winter entirely and deliver temperatures that felt suspiciously like early spring. […]

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