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Record Arrivals at Chania International Airport

Mihaela Lica Butler

In 2023, Chania International Airport “Daskalogiannis” (IATA: CHQ, ICAO: LGSA) saw a record total of 3,580,603 passengers passing through its gates.

2 years ago

New COVID-19 Data in Greece

Kostas Raptis

On Thursday, January 4th, 2024, a total of 163 free COVID-19 tests were conducted at central locations across sixty regional units of Greece.

2 years ago

Proper Etiquette for an Enjoyable Travel Experience

Argophilia Travel News

Engage in acts of kindness such as buying a fellow traveller coffee or offering to pay for someone’s seat upgrade.

2 years ago

Record American Travellers to the Port of Heraklion

Iorgos Pappas

The Heraklion Port Authority’s official data shows that in 2023, 382,981 cruise passengers visited the port, with 253 cruise ship arrivals.

2 years ago

Chania: New Year’s Eve Party in the Municipal Garden

Manuel Santos

Chania will welcome 2024 with an extravagant celebration beneath the iconic Clock of the Municipal Garden

2 years ago

Hersonissos: Roza Gorge Maintenance Works Commence

Mihaela Lica Butler

Roza Gorge is a natural ecosystem in the hinterland of the Municipality of Hersonissos, southeast of the Municipal Community of Gonies and south of the Municipal Community of Kera. To protect the natural wonder, the Municipality of Hersonissos has contracted a company to restore the path through the canyon. The Roza Gorge, an offshoot of […]

2 years ago

Argophilia Choice: Top 24 Movies About New Year’s Eve Travel

Argophilia Travel News

Argophilia released its Top 24 Movies About New Year’s Eve Travel to enjoy watching as you bid adieu to 2023 and welcome 2024.

2 years ago

Crete: Steep Ferry Prices for Passengers and Vehicles in 2024

Victoria Udrea

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

2 years ago

Crete, Favoured by Dutch Tourists for Holidays in 2024

Argophilia Travel News

Which Greek destinations are favourites for the summer of 2024 by the Dutch? Crete is favorite in The Netherlands for holidays in 2024. In recent months, visitors from Griekenland.net could vote for their favourite destination in Greece online for holidays. From a list of seventeen popular destinations in Greece, 1.116 visitors of the popular portal […]

2 years ago

Should We Give Up On A Dream of Regenerative Crete?

Phil Butler

Greek officials and energy conglomerates plan to transform Crete Island into an energy machine for Germany and other EU nations.

2 years ago

Gournes Casino to Open in Crete

Manuel Santos

A plan to build a casino in Gournes is expected to become a major tourism project in Crete.

2 years ago

Cretan Music: Authentic and Unique

Marcus Hinfelaar

Lovers of Crete can enjoy its beaches, nature and antiquities, and certainly also the Cretan music known for its unique sound and atmosphere.

2 years ago

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Stories of Interest

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Five Arrested Following Tragic Drowning of 11-Year-Old Polish Tourist in Chania Hotel Pool

2026-08-31 By Manuel Santos

An 11-year-old Polish girl has died after being found unconscious in a hotel pool in Platanias, Chania. Five people have been arrested as the investigation continues.

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Rethymno Offers Free Greek Language Lessons to Migrants

2026-08-31 By Argophilia Travel News

Rethymno is offering free Greek language lessons to migrants, with beginner, advanced and Arabic-speaking classes starting October 13.

Heraklion single women outnumber men

Is Heraklion Full of Singles? 43% of Residents Are Unmarried

2026-08-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s population grew nearly 10% since 2001. Census data also show 23,480 one-person households and 43% unmarried residents.

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Heraklion to Get Two New Urban Beaches in Major Waterfront Project

2026-08-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Two new beaches stretching 240 and 170 meters will be created east and west of the Natural History Museum in Heraklion.

Heraklion Airport passenger records

Heraklion Airport Sets New Passenger Records

2026-08-30 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion Airport handled a record 68,818 passengers on August 1 as traffic rose 4.6% through August 23, pointing to another record tourism year.

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