Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

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

Croatia

New Road to Connect Makarska Riviera to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Kostas Raptis

Croatian roads will undergo an ambitious plan in 2024, with 20 projects planned. One project will shorten the journey from parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Makarska Riviera, a popular summer destination.

2 years ago

Navigating Dubrovnik Without the Crowds

Argophilia Travel News

Dubrovnik, also known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, has long captivated visitors and continues to gain popularity. Fans of Game of Thrones recognize it as the real-life King’s Landing, and it has recently been featured in films such as Robin Hood: Origins and Star Wars: The Last Jedi, drawing even more attention to the […]

2 years ago

321 FEST: Šibenik’s New Year’s Celebration

Kostas Raptis

321 FEST in Šibenik features headliners Parov Stelar and Stereo MC’s and a lineup of international and local acts on two stages.

2 years ago

Wizz Air Stops Flights on Three Lines to Split Airport

Argophilia Travel News

Wizz Air has changed its summer flight schedule on three routes to Split Airport.

5 years ago

Marshal Tito’s Famous Yacht to Be a Floating Museum

Phil Butler

The once magnificent yacht Geleb (Seagull) of the famous Yugoslavian President Josip Broz Tito, may soon be a showpiece again.

6 years ago

Croatia Welcomed a Record 18.5 Million Tourists in 2017

Aleksandr Shatskih

In 2017 Croatia welcomed a total of 18.5 million tourists, the most ever in a single year in the nation’s history, with Germans topping the list.

8 years ago

Zagreb Still Europe’s Best Christmas Destination

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to the voters of the European Best Destinations portal, Zagreb was named for the third time in a row the best Christmas destination in Europe.

8 years ago

LifeClass Terme Sveti Martin in Croatia Receives Halal Certification

Aleksandr Shatskih

LifeClass Terme Sveti Martin is the first-ever Croatian resort to receive Halal Certification. In 2016, the hotel catered to more than 1,750 guests of Islamic faith.

9 years ago

Brands Eyeball Croatia & Airbnb Competitiveness

Phil Butler

Fear of growing competition has made Croatia’s hotel market prime for big hotel management and development brands intent on expansion.

9 years ago

Valamar Riviera to Open Two Luxury Resorts in Rabac

Aleksandr Shatskih

Rabac is the site of the largest tourism project in Croatia. Valamar Riviera builds here two luxury resorts: Family Life Bellevue and Valamar Girandella.

9 years ago

Memories of Čakovec, a Croatian City with Village Charm

Mihaela Lica Butler

Čakovec is a simple, unassuming destination, with peaceful streets, and low-rise buildings, but it is home to the biggest fortification in Međimurje County.

9 years ago

Dubrovnik Announces Plans to Limit Tourist Access to Old Town

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Dubrovnik Carnival is one of the highly anticipated festivals of the year, attracting thousands of locals and tourists to the cobbled streets of the Old Town, but the city decided to comply with UNESCO’s recommendations to limit access of people to the World Heritage Site each day. According to news from the region, UNESCO […]

9 years ago

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 13
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

Manolis Mylonakis Saves Another Life at Balos

Lifeguard Saves 10-Year-Old Boy from Drowning at Balos Lagoon

Morosini Fountain enclosed

Bureaucracy Is Heraklion’s Most Enduring Monument

Kapriko

Galatas Pediadas Celebrates the 29th Kapriko Festival on July 10-11

Crete animal cruelty

Confronting the Culture of Animal Cruelty in Crete

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.

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology banner

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

spearfishing diver AI illustration

Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

Silver Nova pool deck

Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

Chania market reopening 2026

Chania Municipal Market Targets September Reopening After Years of Restoration

2026-07-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s restored Municipal Market is expected to reopen in September, with shop owners beginning work on their premises during July.

Heraklion restaurants

Heraklion Restaurants See Plenty of Visitors but Less Spending This Summer

2026-07-08 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s hospitality sector says visitor numbers remain strong, but cautious spending and rising costs are squeezing restaurant businesses.

More Crete travel news

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

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS