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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.

Sailing Towards Sustainability: Greece’s €2M Boost for Cleaner Seas

2024-03-06 by Victoria Udrea

Crete ferries

Greece unveils a groundbreaking €2M initiative to revolutionize its ferry fleet with eco-friendly upgrades, ensuring a greener future for maritime travel.

Olive Oil Price Spikes Over 50% in a Year

2024-03-04 by Victoria Udrea

Olive oil

January 2024 saw a 50% increase in the price of olive oil in the EU compared to January 2023.

US Travelers Can Now Earn An All-Expenses Paid Mystery Vacation with RetailMeNot

2024-03-04 by Victoria Udrea

Ultimate Sun-Seeker

One lucky person will get the trip of a lifetime to a mystery location on behalf of RetailMeNot and Viator
Launching in honor of the return of RetailMeNot’s travel shopping event, Spring Savecation, where consumers can get up to 60% off on spring and summer travel deals from top retailers

Radisson RED Belgrade Opens Its Doors

2024-02-26 by Victoria Udrea

Radisson RED Belgrade

Radisson RED Belgrade opened its doors with 88 rooms, chic lifestyle decor and cutting-edge technology for the modern guest.

Alaska Airlines Announces Cloud Cruiser IPA

2024-02-20 by Victoria Udrea

Alaska IPA Cloud Cruiser

Alaska Airlines is introducing its Cloud Cruiser IPA custom craft beer, brewed exclusively for the airline by Seattle-based Fremont Brewing

CiaoFlorence Launches Wheelchair-Friendly Tours

2024-02-20 by Victoria Udrea

CiaoFlorence

CiaoFlorence launched a new catalogue of accessible experiences, especially for tourists with mobility problems or wheelchair users.

Organized Hiking in Platanias Restarts on Sundays

2024-02-19 by Victoria Udrea

Hiking routes in the Municipality of Platanias

“Hiking routes in the Municipality of Platanias” are a series of weekly organized hikes that will commence on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Info-Tech Research: AI Advantage for Hotels

2024-02-19 by Victoria Udrea

AI Advantage for Hotels

Info-Tech Research Group has introduced an AI/ML Use Case Library for the hospitality sector, highlighting the AI Advantage for Hotels.

ITFT International Tourism Fair Tirana 2024

2024-02-14 by Victoria Udrea

ITFT International Tourism Fair Tirana 2024

ITFT International Tourism Fair Tirana 2024 opens at ExpoCity Albania at Sheshi Italia on Friday, April 5, 2024, concluding on Sunday, April 7.

Emirates Becomes the First Airline to Sponsor the NBA Cup

2024-02-12 by Victoria Udrea

Emirates NBA logo for NBA Cup

Emirates named global airline partner of the NBA and title partner of the Emirates NBA Cup

Accor to Open Rixos Tersane Istanbul

2024-02-11 by Victoria Udrea

Rixos Tersane Istanbul

Rixos Tersane Istanbul is an Ennismore lifestyle concept that inspires discovery, offering authentic experiences and cultural immersion.

Crete: Tiger Mosquito Alert Due to Warm Winter

2024-02-10 by Victoria Udrea

Asian tiger mosquito

The Directorate of Public Health of the Region of Crete has issued a tiger mosquito alert in mid-January and a new mosquito control program.

Team Minoan – Crete to Represent Greece at IKA/CULINARY OLYMPICS 2024

2024-01-24 by Victoria Udrea

Team Minoan Crete

Team Minoan Crete will represent Greece at IKA/CULINARY OLYMPICS in Stuttgart, Germany, on February 2-7, 2024.

RevitUp.direct Partners with Caldera Group in Chania

2024-01-23 by Victoria Udrea

RevitUp.direct

RevitUp.direct, partners with Caldera Group to maximize revenue, streamline booking processes, and increase the brand’s visibility.

Trip.com’s Jane Sun: Asia – the World’s Next Growth Anchor

2024-01-21 by Victoria Udrea

Trip.com's Jane Sun

Trip.com CEO Jane Sun imparting her insights at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos.

Slaninijada Bacon Festival in Pančevo on February 15th-18th Beckons Foodies

2024-01-18 by Victoria Udrea

Slaninijada Bacon Festival

Slaninijada Bacon Festival in Kacarevo, near Pančevo takes place February 15-18, 2024.

Turismo Andalucía and Huawei’s Petal Ads Team Up to Attract Chinese Travellers

2024-01-18 by Victoria Udrea

Turismo Andalucía partners with Petal Ads to attract Chinese travellers

Petal Ads and Havas Spain have formed a partnership with Turismo Andalucía to enhance Chinese inbound tourism.

45th International Tourism Fair in Belgrade to Open its Doors from February 22 to 25

2024-01-17 by Victoria Udrea

45th International Tourism Fair in Belgrade

The 45th International Tourism Fair in Belgrade is scheduled to take place from February 22 to 25, 2024, at the Belgrade Fair.

Harbin Tourism Surge Fosters Greater Ethnic Unity

2024-01-16 by Victoria Udrea

Winter Ice Lights Festival, Harbin, China

Harbin, China’s “ice city,” has emerged as a captivating destination for travellers this winter, drawing in hordes of visitors.

Announcing the 3rd Pancretan Career Day in the Hotel Units of Crete

2024-01-15 by Victoria Udrea

3rd Pancretan Career Day in the Hotel Units of Crete

The 3rd Pancretan Career Day will take place January 18, at Aquila Atlantis Hotel in Heraklion and January 24 at Akali Hotel in Chania.

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Zaros Gorge, the hiking route leading to Rouvas Forest in Heraklion, is officially closed until further notice.

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This March in Chania, master craftsman Stavros Paterakis invites you to carve your own mantinada on a traditional Cretan knife at the Russian Barracks.

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Malia Archaeological Site Closed to Visitors Until March 31

2026-02-27 By Argophilia Travel News

The Ephorate of Antiquities of Heraklion announces that the archaeological site of Malia will remain closed to visitors until March 31, 2026 due to ongoing development works.

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2026-02-27 By Victoria Udrea

The Region of Crete proposes investing €10 million to renovate the International Exhibition Center in Gournes in exchange for a 25 year concession.

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Proposal to convert Chania’s Kastelli Hill historic buildings into a hotel was withdrawn from the Culture Ministry council, leaving the future uncertain.

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