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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.

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.

Bakers Demand Support as Rising Costs Threaten Bread Prices in Greece

2026-03-12 by Victoria Udrea

Greece rising bread prices

Greek bakers warn of rising bread prices as energy and raw material costs increase. Industry calls for government support to keep bakeries viable.

Tourism Officials Promote Year-Round Travel in Central Macedonia

2026-03-12 by Victoria Udrea

MOMUS Air a newl cultural experience Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia

Central Macedonia promoted thematic tourism at ITB Berlin 2026, with strong demand from Germany and new flights to Thessaloniki supporting visitor growth.

Elba Island Spring Travel Events for Nature Lovers

2026-03-11 by Victoria Udrea

Elba Spring travel events

Elba Island announces spring and Easter events, including trekking, e-bike tours, stargazing, and cultural visits organized by the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

Travel Journaling Back in Style

2026-03-11 by Victoria Udrea

travel journaling

Travel journaling is making a comeback as travelers collect tickets, postcards and small souvenirs instead of only photos, according to Hellotickets travel trend report.

Women in Tourism Event Includes AI Startups and Familiar Promises

2026-03-11 by Victoria Udrea

CapsuleT Accelerator Women's Day participants

The Tourism Ministry and the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels held an event for Women’s Day on women in tourism, innovation, AI, and startups through the CapsuleT Accelerator.

Another Ceremony, Another Reminder That Greece Has Food

2026-03-10 by Victoria Udrea

Greek Gastronomy

Tourism minister Olga Kefalogianni says gastronomy and wine remain key pillars of Greek tourism during the Golden Toques 2026 ceremony.

Cyprus Flights Back, But Crisis Never Really Left

2026-03-10 by Victoria Udrea

Cyprus Tourism Recovers

According to Cyprus Mail, Cyprus air connectivity is returning after flight resumptions from Britain and Lufthansa Group, boosting tourism confidence.

Reopening of Chania Market Now Closer Than It Was Last Year

2026-03-09 by Victoria Udrea

Chania Municipal Market

Chania Municipal Market in Crete is once again nearing reopening in 2026 after years of delays, studies, regulations, and announcements promising the same result.

Apokoronas Opens Cultural Bridge With Boston

2026-03-09 by Victoria Udrea

Boston Waterfront

Apokoronas approves twinning with Boston Waterfront, aiming to boost diaspora travel, cultural tourism, and local development ties.

What Women Should Know When Traveling Alone in Crete

2026-03-08 by Victoria Udrea

solo female travel Crete

Traveling alone in Crete can be safe and rewarding for women. This Women’s Day feature explores safety tips, local culture, and practical advice for visiting the island in 2026.

Vilnius Turns Into a Giant Craft Market for Kaziukas Fair

2026-03-07 by Victoria Udrea

Kaziukas Fair 2026

For three days in early March, the center of Vilnius stops looking like a capital city and becomes a living museum of Baltic tradition. The Kaziukas Fair, held this year from March 6 to March 8, has once again taken over the Lithuanian capital, turning nearly five kilometers of central streets into one of the […]

FedHATTA Reports Frozen Market But No Panic Yet

2026-03-07 by Victoria Udrea

FedHATTA travel market frozen

FedHATTA says bookings continue despite Middle East tensions, but travel agencies admit the market has frozen as tourism waits for clearer signals.

Fashion Meets Art at the Benaki Museum

2026-03-06 by Victoria Udrea

Benaki Fashion Exhibition Honors Sophia Kokosalaki

The exhibition You Are What You Wear opens at the Benaki Museum, celebrating fashion, art, and the legacy of designer Sophia Kokosalaki.

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May Day Strike: Greek Ferries to Remain Docked Nationwide

2026-04-22 By Argophilia Travel News

Greek ferries will remain docked on May 1, due to a 24-hour nationwide strike by the PNO seafarers’ union. Plan your travel accordingly.

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