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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.

Cycladic Late Night at the Museum in Athens This June 27

2024-06-22 by Victoria Udrea

Cycladic Late Night

Spend your June 27 at Cycladic Late Night in Athens’ Museum of Cycladic Art for a night of captivating art, live events, and much more.

Athens National Garden Closed Amid Severe Weather Conditions

2024-06-21 by Victoria Udrea

Athens Lycabettus Hill

Severe weather has closed the Athens National Garden today. Check for updates on reopening times to plan your future visit safely.

Thailand Introduces Five-Year Digital Nomad Visa

2024-06-12 by Victoria Udrea

thailand

Launched on June 1, the ‘Destination Thailand Visa’ (DTV) allows remote workers to reside in the country for up to five years.

Crete Welcomes Tourists Seeking a Refuge from the Unusual Heat

2024-06-10 by Victoria Udrea

Fodele beach hotel

As temperatures soar to an unusual high of 108 degrees Fahrenheit in Crete (42° Celsius), tourists are flocking to the picturesque hillsides, and the hospitality industry is thriving. Many luxury hotels are fully booked as the summer vacation season begins, with prices reflecting this increased demand. For June, the ultra-luxurious Elounda Beach Hotel in northern […]

IKEA’s Impact on Romania’s Forests

2024-06-10 by Victoria Udrea

Romania forest

IKEA’s suppliers benefit from Romania’s corrupt environment, leading to alarming deforestation in the country.

Historic Hotels of Cyprus Label Launched

2024-06-09 by Victoria Udrea

The Cypriot Ministry of Tourism has unveiled the exclusive 'Historic Hotels of Cyprus' label

The Cypriot Ministry of Tourism has unveiled the exclusive ‘Historic Hotels of Cyprus’ label to showcase Cyprus’s heritage..

Riyadh Air Enlists Ashi for Stylish Cabin Crew Uniforms

2024-06-09 by Victoria Udrea

Riyadh Air new uniforms by ASHI

Riyadh Air has enlisted Saudi Arabian fashion designer Ashi to craft its inaugural cabin crew fashion line.

TUI Group Steps in with Dertour to Aid FTI Touristik Customers

2024-06-08 by Victoria Udrea

Crete hotel

TUI Group and Dertour are helping FTI Touristik customers after the tour operator declared bankruptcy this week.

World’s First DJI Drone Delivery on Everest

2024-06-05 by Victoria Udrea

DJI drone delivery on Everest

In a groundbreaking collaboration he world’s first successful DJI drone delivery trials on Mount Everest (Mount Qomolangma) completed in April.

Will Crete Become the European Region of Gastronomy 2026?

2024-06-04 by Victoria Udrea

Crete Candidates for European Region of Gastronomy 2026

An international jury is reviewing Crete’s unique cuisine and culture for the European Region of Gastronomy 2026 title.

Türkiye Aims to Become a Top 3 World Destination by 2028

2024-06-03 by Victoria Udrea

Türkiye

By extending the tourism season and other methods, Türkiye is poised to become one of the top three global vacation destinations by 2028.

Psiloritis Mountain Snow Melts Early, Signaling a Scorching Summer Ahead

2024-05-25 by Victoria Udrea

Psiloritis mountain

Early snowmelt on Psiloritis Mountain hints at a blazing summer and water scarcity crisis in Crete, affecting agriculture and consumption.

Chania Municipal Market Reopening Delayed Until Late 2025

2024-05-23 by Victoria Udrea

Chania Municipal Market AGORA

Chania Municipal Market (Δημοτική Αγορά Χανίων) – Agora – will open at the end of 2025 due to unpredictable delays.

STAMA Proposes Stringent Quality Standards for Airbnb Hosts

2024-05-23 by Victoria Udrea

STAMA

STAMA has drafted comprehensive set of proposals outlining stringent quality standards for short-term rental (STR) operations in Greece.

K9 Resorts to Open 7 New Pet Hotels

2024-05-22 by Victoria Udrea

K9 Resorts

K9 Resorts will open five new pet hotels in Denver, Colorado, and two in Clearwater, Florida, over the next five years.

Don’t Miss the Athens Fitness Festival on May 25-26

2024-05-21 by Victoria Udrea

Athens Fitness Festival dance stage

Athens Fitness Festival (AFF) is a sports extravaganza blending fitness, wellness, and entertainment into an unforgettable seaside setting.

New Metro Line in Athens to Open in 2029

2024-05-20 by Victoria Udrea

subway passenger illustration

Line 4 metro route will open in Athens in 2029, attracting 340,000 daily commuters, reducing daily car trips by an estimated 53,000.

Prague’s Hilton Hotel Shines as Premier European Meeting Destination

2024-05-20 by Victoria Udrea

Hilton Prague exterior

Hilton Prague announced it was named the second Top Meeting Hotel in Europe by Cvent.

Citi Strata Premier℠ Card Makes Travel More Rewarding

2024-05-14 by Victoria Udrea

Citi Strata Premier℠ Card

Citi introduces more customer benefits with its Citi Strata Premier℠ Card, making travel more rewarding.

Greece: DYPA Launches JOBmatch App to Address Staffing Concerns in Hotels and Restaurants

2024-05-13 by Victoria Udrea

hotel staff

Greece’s tourism sector faces a challenge with 80,000 jobs unfilled, despite promising 2024 bookings signaling strong visitor interest.

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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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Crete Faces a Growing Migration Route

2025-11-30 By Manuel Santos

Crete sees a surge in arrivals from the Libya–Gavdos corridor as government measures fail and local authorities shoulder the burden alone.

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