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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.

Crete: Steep Ferry Prices for Passengers and Vehicles in 2024

2023-12-28 by Victoria Udrea

Piraeus Port

Ferry prices increase on the lines of Crete, with both the Attica Group and the Minoan Lines expected to announce fare changes soon.

Kempinski Poiana Brasov: Luxe Ski Resort in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains

2023-12-27 by Victoria Udrea

Poiana Brasov

Poiana Brasov boasts a charmingly unassuming ski resort, set to become the location for the inaugural Kempinski hotel in Romania: the Kempinski Poiana Brasov ski resort.

Must See in 2024: Dino Parc Râșnov

2023-12-26 by Victoria Udrea

Dino Parc Râșnov

Dino Parc Râșnov is the largest dinosaur park in Southeast Europe and a distinctive open-air museum in Romania.

PUDU Robotics Elevates Hotels with Smart Robots

2023-12-22 by Victoria Udrea

PUDU Robots serve Parkotel Austria

PUDU Robotics technology reduces staff workload and enhances the dining and accommodation experience, infusing hotels with modernity and increasing their appeal to guests.

Hotel Okura Suzhou to Welcome First Guests in 2027

2023-12-21 by Victoria Udrea

Hotel Okura Suzhou management

Hotel Okura Suzhou, the first of its kind in Jiangsu Province, offers top-notch guest services encapsulating Japan’s renowned hospitality.

25 Beautiful and Famous Christmas Quotes

2023-12-20 by Victoria Udrea

25 Beautiful and Famous Christmas Quotes

As we reflect on these renowned Christmas quotes, we are reminded of the universal themes of love, generosity, and hope that define this special time of year.

Regula and ICTS Europe Systems Team up to Speed up Passenger ID Processing

2023-12-19 by Victoria Udrea

Regula 7029

Regula and ICTS Europe Systems teamed up to provide advanced passport readers that have improved operational efficiencies at European airports.

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. 

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Why We Embrace AI

At Argophilia, we believe in using every tool at our disposal to bring you the stories that matter. You may notice a certain precision in our data analysis, a specific flair in our visuals, or a rapid turnaround on complex topics. That is no accident—it is the result of our rampant use of artificial intelligence.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

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Everybody Knows Granny Smith. Almost Nobody Knows Granny Smith.

2026-10-30 By Victoria Udrea

Meet Maria Ann Smith, the woman behind the Granny Smith apple, and discover how her chance seedling became a global fruit favorite.

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Missing Spearfisher Found Safe on Beach at Xerokampos

2026-10-29 By Argophilia Travel News

42-year-old spearfisher reported missing in eastern Crete was found safe on a Xerokampos beach after a search by local port authorities.

Greece Ferry Strike Friday

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2026-10-29 By Manuel Santos

Greece faces ferry disruptions Friday because seafarers strike over pay, working conditions and safety.

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Heraklion Transport Talks Put Road Safety and Student Mobility on the Same Bus

2026-10-29 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion Technical Schools and Urban KTEL plan road-safety initiatives and explore better public transport access for students.

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Kasteli Airport Gets a Research Sandbox

2026-10-29 By Iorgos Pappas

Kasteli Airport is getting a research sandbox for startups and researchers using real airport data, as Greece repeats its 2028 opening target.

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