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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.

Encordés Ephemeral Artwork by Saype in the French Alps Revealed

2023-12-19 by Victoria Udrea

Encordés

Saype has unveiled his latest work, “Encordés,” on the snow-covered slopes of the French Alps in honour of the 20th anniversary of the Paradiski ski area.  The renowned French artist, celebrated for his expansive frescoes across the globe, revealed this new ephemeral masterpiece directly on the snow at an altitude exceeding 2,000 meters in the mountains of […]

Riverside Luxury Cruises Debuts Riverside Debussy in March 2024

2023-12-18 by Victoria Udrea

Riverside Debussy

Riverside Luxury Cruises launches Riverside Debussy, its third all-inclusive, all-suite luxury river ship, in March 2024.

Dorothea Hotel by Autograph Collection Opened in Budapest

2023-12-18 by Victoria Udrea

Dorothea Hotel by Autograph Collection

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of the global Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, announced the opening of Dorothea Hotel by Autograph Collection in Budapest, marking its debut in Hungary.

New Influenza-like Illness Coming from China

2023-12-08 by Victoria Udrea

Influenza-like Illness

Since mid-October, northern China has witnessed a rise in influenza-like illness compared to the same period in the previous three years. China has established systems to collect data on influenza trends, influenza-like illnesses, RSV, and SARS-CoV-2 and submits reports to platforms such as the Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System. The Chinese pandemic affecting children […]

AI Alliance by Meta and IBM Now Live

2023-12-08 by Victoria Udrea

AI Alliance

The AI Alliance has emerged as a groundbreaking initiative uniting leading industry, academia, research, startups, and government entities.

Vote for Crete’s New Beauty Queen at the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest

2023-12-06 by Victoria Udrea

43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest

Join the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest, “Miss Crete & Miss Crete Young 2023,” on Saturday, December 9, at the Garden of the Senses in Malades of Heraklion.

Top 10 Eastern European Christmas Markets

2023-12-05 by Victoria Udrea

Christmas market

Eastern Europe is home to some of the most enchanting Christmas markets in the world, where centuries-old traditions and contemporary holiday cheer intertwine.

Breaking News: Heraklion Airport Likely to Close for a Week

2023-12-04 by Victoria Udrea

Heraklion Airport on Crete

The Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR) will likely close for a week due to runway construction, as stated by manager Giorgos Pliakas.

Coworking Spaces in Modern Hotels

2023-11-30 by Victoria Udrea

coworking spaces illustration.

Current work-life trends include a mix of remote and in-office work, independent focused work, and work-related events in different locations, like lifestyle hotels. Major hotels are adapting to these flexible work styles, catering to teams that can work from anywhere.

Bettina Bad Weather and Spume in Crete

2023-11-27 by Victoria Udrea

spume

Spume was reported in Messara Municipality in Crete on Sunday. The phenomenon is not harmful or toxic.

Unveiling the Mystique of Caretta Caretta

2023-11-23 by Victoria Udrea

Caretta Caretta

The Loggerhead sea turtle, also known as Caretta caretta, is a fascinating creature with a rich history and distinctive traits that set it apart from other sea turtles. The name “Loggerhead” originates from the turtle’s giant head, often compared to a log or a wood block. This distinctive feature has led to the unique moniker, […]

Believe in the Magic of the Holiday Season with Princess Cruises

2023-11-20 by Victoria Udrea

Princess Cruises winter holidays

Believe in the magic of the holiday season with Princess Cruises as they bring new cheery cocktails, decked-out decks, a culinary collection of holiday menus and favourite festive events at sea. Princess Cruises is set to surprise and delight guests with festive experiences, from new cocktails and holiday décor to special menus and favourite-themed events […]

The Port of Heraklion Welcomed 364000 Passengers in 2023

2023-11-17 by Victoria Udrea

Port of Heraklion

The cruise port of Heraklion has seen a 30% increase in arrivals this year compared to the same period last year, with 237 cruise ships bringing in 364,000 passengers. 

Jurny’s Next-Generation AI-Powered Property Management Platform Draws Attention from Industry Leaders

2023-11-07 by Victoria Udrea

Jurny

By aligning with industry giants such as Vrbo, Airbnb, Expedia and vertical leaders like Turno, Wheelhouse and Autohost, Jurny is redefining property management with unprecedented levels of connectivity and AI automation.

Tags: AI automation, Jurny

Extraordinary Jacket by Mammut for Mountain Adventures in Unpredictable Weather

2023-11-06 by Victoria Udrea

Extraordinary Jacket

With this jacket, you can make a fashion statement while also making a positive impact on the environment.

Travel Meets AI: Matt Keezer’s Vision for Digital Evolution

2023-10-27 by Victoria Udrea

Momentum Ventures' CEO Matt Keezer Foresees Ground-breaking, inevitable, AI Transformation

Get a glimpse into the future of travel as Matt Keezer, CEO of Momentum Ventures, leads the charge into an AI-powered revolution. From chatbots to personalized experiences, discover how digital evolution is reshaping your next adventure.

Plan Your Perfect Getaway with Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2024

2023-10-25 by Victoria Udrea

Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2024

To commemorate its 50th anniversary, Lonely Planet has revealed its list of the World’s Top 50 Cities, Countries, Regions, Best Value, and Sustainable Destinations to visit in 2024. Best in Travel 2024 has gone beyond the usual top 10 cities, countries, and regions and now includes two new categories: best value and best sustainable destinations. […]

Spooktacular Halloween Quotes for Travelers

2023-10-23 by Victoria Udrea

Spooky Travel Greetings for Halloween

Are you looking for some spooktacular Halloween quotes to share on Instagram or use as a Halloween greeting? We have an impressive collection for travelers, writers, and influencers.

Streamlining Airline IT: TUI Group and IBS Software Extend Partnership

2023-10-23 by Victoria Udrea

IBS Software to Continue Optimising the Airline IT Platform of TUI

TUI Group (TUI) has extended its long-standing partnership with IBS Software to optimize its Airline IT operations platform. This move will allow TUI to disrupt its current business models, improve scalability, and speed up time to market, all while enhancing the customer experience. IBS Software, a globally recognized provider of SaaS solutions to the travel […]

Meteo.gr: Temperature Rising and Saharan Dust Coming to Greece

2023-10-20 by Victoria Udrea

Saharan dust map October 19-21, 2023

The weather will be sunny with a few clouds; however, the air circulation pattern suggests that Saharan dust will affect Greece’s western and southern areas.

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