Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

Crete

UK Family Outraged Over TUI Downgrade on Crete

Phil Butler

UK travelers to Crete are outraged at TUI for room-description muck-ups and downgrades.

7 years ago

Healthy Food Origins: The Source of the Mediterranean Diet

Phil Butler

The origins of the gastronomical tastiness, and the super healthy benefits of the Mediterranean Diet traced back to the Cretan roots.

7 years ago

Creta Maris Receives Jet2holidays and Apollo Travel Awards

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Creta Maris Beach Resort has received four honors for excellent services focused on Cretan hospitality and the way of life of the locals.

7 years ago

“blueFest Crete 19” Spotlights Tourism and Culture

Argophilia Travel News

On July 13th and 14th, the G & A Mamidakis Foundation welcomed Greek artists and producers to Crete for the second edition of the “blueFest Crete | Culture & Beyond”, a two-day festival dedicated to Greek art, culture, and gastronomy. Held at the Minos Beach art hotel, the “blueFest Crete 19” event made strides to promote the […]

7 years ago

Exquisite Artemis and Apollo Statues Unearthed on Crete

Argophilia Travel News

The Chania Ephorate of Antiquities will present two important archaeological discoveries on July 24, at Chania’s Archaeological Museum.

7 years ago

Before You Book Crete: Check These Fabulous Stays

Aleksandr Shatskih

There are hundreds of hotel, resort, apartment, and Airbnb accommodation choices on Crete. And let’s face it, the main attractions of the island are the people and culture, and the natural wonder-scapes. There are, however, a few vacation stays that stand out. Here are a few choices to take in before you book Crete. Fodele […]

7 years ago

Unseasonable Crete Weather Finally Turns Perfect

Argophilia Travel News

This week, moderate temperatures and amazing blue skies dominate on Crete after some of the most unseasonable weather in decades.

7 years ago

The Eerily Appealing Beauty of Crete’s Spinalonga Islet

Aleksandr Shatskih

Nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the island of Spinalonga is a picturesque and eerily beautiful Crete treasure.

7 years ago

Join Thrapsano’s “Earth Water Fire” Exploration of Galatas Minoan Palace

Phil Butler

This evening the foremost authority on the Minoan Palace of Galatas will lead a tour of the site as part of the Earth Water Fire Festival.

7 years ago

Update: Crete Police Recover Body: Possibly American Biologist Suzanne Eaton

Argophilia Travel News

The body of a woman thought to be American biologist Dr. Suzanne Eaton has been found in a cave in Chania, Crete.

7 years ago

Coming to Rethymno Prefecture July 20-24 the Amari Green Festival 2019

Phil Butler

Coming up July 20th through the 24th, the Amari Green Festival 2019 is one of Crete’s major cultural events in the heart of the island.

7 years ago

Crete’s Hidden Treasures: The Paximadia Islands

Phil Butler

Instagram shares and some history of the amazing Paximadia Islands in the Gulf of Mesara in south Crete.

7 years ago

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 227
  • 228
  • 229
  • 230
  • 231
  • 232
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

€52M Greek Fisheries Scandal

European Public Prosecutor’s Office Investigates €52M EU Fisheries Fund Scandal in Greece

Heraklion old cold-storage warehouse

Heraklion’s Old Cold-Storage Warehouse Gets Green Light for Hotel Conversion

Special Olympics Kayaking Games AI illustration

Crete to Host European Special Olympics Kayaking Games at Lake Kournas

Heraklion Fishermen Protest

Cretan Fishermen Stage Black-Flag Protest Over Fuel Costs and Regulations

greek bakeries

Greece’s Bakeries Warn of Higher Bread Prices

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.

Lovage, The Kitchen of Venus

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

olive oil tasting

Crete Wants to Turn Olive Oil Into a Tourism Experience

2026-10-15 By Victoria Udrea

Crete is exploring how olive tourism can connect ancient olive heritage, archaeology, food, health and local experiences for visitors.

ferry sailing bans AI illustration

Ferry Sailings Banned: Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio Ports Closed as 9-Beaufort Gales Strike

2026-10-14 By Argophilia Travel News

Greek port authorities have imposed strict sailing bans in Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio, canceling ferries to Crete due to dangerous 9-Beaufort gales.

Crete olive oil production

Crete Olive Oil Production Could Nearly Double

2026-10-14 By Victoria Udrea

Crete’s olive oil production could reach 100,000 tonnes this year, but farmers face fruit drop, high costs, low prices, and growing abandonment.

Heraklion student bus card AI illustration

Heraklion Students Get €19 Bus Passes as City Subsidizes 12,000 Monthly Cards

2026-10-14 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion will subsidize up to 12,000 student bus passes, cutting the monthly cost from €45 to €19 for University of Crete and HMU students.

Crete VOAK

Ten Kilometers of VOAK Celebrated as a Triumph

2026-10-14 By Kostas Raptis

Crete’s long-awaited first 10 kilometers of the VOAK will open this month. Here’s what’s happening with the wider motorway project and Kastelli Airport.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS