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Cyprus Taxi Drivers Warn of Strike Just as Tourism Needs Everything to Work

Manuel Santos

Cyprus urban taxi drivers threaten indefinite strike over illegal taxis, costs and airport access, raising concerns for tourism and transport.

7 months ago

Cyprus Flights Back, But Crisis Never Really Left

Victoria Udrea

According to Cyprus Mail, Cyprus air connectivity is returning after flight resumptions from Britain and Lufthansa Group, boosting tourism confidence.

7 months ago

RAF Akrotiri Alert Raises New Questions About Cyprus Situation

Iorgos Pappas

Sirens sounded at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus today, as residents received shelter warnings, despite earlier reports describing the situation as calm.

7 months ago

Honey Wars in Cyprus

Victoria Udrea

Cypriot honey sells for €10/kg, but imports can arrive at €1.39. Climate stress cuts production, and beekeepers fight for survival in 2026.

9 months ago

Crete–Cyprus Direct Flights Launch, Strengthening Ties Between the Two Islands

Kostas Raptis

The launch of direct Cyprus Airways flights between Larnaca and Heraklion marks a strategic step in strengthening tourism and cooperation between Crete and Cyprus.

9 months ago

RevitUp.direct Unveils Cyprus’ First Destination-Scale AI Chatbot for Famagusta

Kostas Raptis

A breakthrough moment for Mediterranean tourism innovation RevitUp.direct proudly announces the launch of the groundbreaking AI Digital Assistant developed for the Famagusta Tourism Development & Promotion Company — the first destination-wide AI chatbot ever deployed in Cyprus, marking a decisive step into the next era of intelligent travel experiences. The new assistant is available through […]

10 months ago

Cyprus Announces Tourism Agenda 2030

Manuel Santos

Cyprus hypes its Tourism Agenda 2030 with buzzwords, big promises, and zero substance.

10 months ago

RevitUp.direct Announces Exclusive Partnership with ViralSpoon

Argophilia Travel News

RevitUp.direct is pleased to announce the official launch of an exclusive partnership with ViralSpoon, an innovative AI-powered social media management platform designed to create, optimize, and publish digital content. The partnership covers Greece and Cyprus, further strengthening RevitUp’s portfolio of tools and services for hotels and tourism businesses. ViralSpoon allows hotels, restaurants, and any brand […]

11 months ago

Cyprus’ Nicosia–Troodos Highway Still Under Construction

Kostas Raptis

Planned in 1973, the Nicosia–Troodos highway is still unfinished. Officials now promise completion by 2026 — whatever that means.

11 months ago

Cyprus Declares Victory Before the Season Ends

Iorgos Pappas

Cyprus officials promise “record-breaking” tourism for 2025 and beyond, crediting themselves for numbers the sun achieved.

11 months ago

Welcome to Cyprus, Please Pay €300 for a Taxi

Manuel Santos

Tourists report sky-high taxi fares at Cyprus airports, with some asked to pay €300 for short rides. Authorities promise review.

1 year ago

Cyprus Tourists Report Taxi Overcharging at Larnaca and Paphos Airports

Kostas Raptis

Tourists in Cyprus reported inflated taxi fares at night. Official tariffs show far lower prices, but some drivers demanded €200–300.

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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Strong October Finishes Robust Tourism Season in Crete

2026-10-15 By Arthur Butler

Cretan hotels report 80-90% occupancy in October as the tourism season extends through mid-November, supported by sustained flight connections and winter city demand.

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School Bus Tilts After Road Gives Way in Crete’s Agia Marina

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Students were safely evacuated after a school bus tilted on a washed-out road in Malevizi, prompting essential driving safety advice for visitors on Crete’s roads.

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Rethymno Boosts Flood Preparedness with New Weather Stations, River Monitors, and Dam Management Plans

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno is expanding weather and river monitoring, clearing waterways and strengthening emergency planning ahead of extreme winter weather.

Historic Former War Museum Collapses

Part of Former Chania War Museum Collapses, No People Found Under Rubble

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Emergency teams and EMAK units respond to a major building collapse at Chania’s former War Museum, confirming no individuals were trapped in the rubble.

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