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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.

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.

OAG: Top 15 Mediterranean Travel Destinations

2023-10-16 by Victoria Udrea

A traveler taking a photo.

The top 15 Mediterranean destinations with the highest growth rates are all in the South East, each experiencing an increase in international seat capacity of over 100% compared to Summer 2013.

Adapt or Lose: Intrepid Travel Report Forecasts a Grim Future for Tourism

2023-10-07 by Victoria Udrea

climate change

Travel as we know it may face extinction by 2040 due to climate change, warns Intrepid Travel in a recent report titled “Sustainable Future for Travel.”

Argophilia’s Pick for the Top Five Best Budget Airlines

2023-10-05 by Victoria Udrea

budget airlines

We have compiled a list of the best budget airlines for you to choose from when you want to travel to your dream destinations without breaking the bank.

Klearhos Marousakis: Bad Weather in Crete

2023-09-28 by Victoria Udrea

Crete bad weather

Meteorologist Clearchos Marousakis issued a Facebook SOS, warning that unfavorable weather conditions with tropical attributes are coming back in Crete.

Breaking News: Sakis Arnaoutoglou on Elias Storm in Magnesia

2023-09-28 by Victoria Udrea

Magnesia weather

Sakis Arnaoutoglou expressed astonishment at the devastation experienced in such a short time since Storm Elias hit Greece. In a Facebook post, he highlighted the data indicating that Volos, a city in Magnesia (one of the regional units of Greece, part of Thessaly), has already received about 30 times the average amount of rainfall for […]

Breaking News: Storm Elias Hits Greece Hard

2023-09-27 by Victoria Udrea

Storm ELIAS

The storm Elias has caused severe damage in many regions, with Evia being the most affected. The catastrophic effects will continue.

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