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Santorini the Authentic Video Campaign Awarded Gold at JWTFF 2026

Argophilia Travel News

The Santorini the Authentic video campaign has officially won a major award at the Japan World Tourism Film Festival 2026.

7 months ago

€1.2M for the Restoration of the Medrese of Athens

Victoria Udrea

The Greek Ministry of Culture has finally approved funding for the restoration of the historic Athens Medrese and Roman Wall.

7 months ago

A Conveniently Timed Stall for Greece’s Road Works

Kostas Raptis

Asphalt prices are the latest excuse for Greece’s frozen road projects. Discover why your Greek road trip might remain a bumpy ride in 2026.

7 months ago

SWOT Hospitality Teams Up with Alpha Bank to Help New Hotels

Manuel Santos

SWOT Hospitality signs advisory deal with Alpha Bank to support new hotel investments, renovations, and repositioning.

7 months ago

Grace Mykonos Is a Hillside Sanctuary Above the Aegean

Mihaela Lica Butler

Grace Mykonos reopens on May 1, with private sea-view terraces, plunge pools, an infinity pool, and wellness facilities.

7 months ago

Tourists in Greece Skip Taverns as Supermarket Sales Surge

Victoria Udrea

Rising restaurant prices in Greece are pushing tourists toward supermarkets, with more visitors preparing their own meals, especially on islands like Crete.

7 months ago

Tragic Discovery in Vouliagmeni

Manuel Santos

The body of a 34-year-old diver was located at great depth in the Devil’s Well at Limanakia Vouliagmeni after he went missing during a Sunday dive.

7 months ago

Greece Steps In with 56 Million Euros to Shield Ferry Tickets from War Fallout

Iorgos Pappas

The Greek government injects 56 million euros to cover ferry ticket discounts and shield families from fallout from the Red Sea crisis.

7 months ago

Athens Taxi Strike Continues as Parliament Debates Transport Bill

Iorgos Pappas

Taxi drivers in Athens extended their strike as Parliament reviews a controversial transport bill affecting private hire vehicles, electric taxis and licensing rules.

7 months ago

Greek Taxi Drivers Strike Over New Law and Electric Vehicle Rules

Iorgos Pappas

Taxi operators in Greece launched multi-day strikes as Parliament debates new transport legislation affecting private hire vehicles, electric taxis and licensing rules.

7 months ago

Greece May Be Too Expensive for Your Next Holiday

Manuel Santos

Greece ranks among the most expensive destinations for German tourists, yet prices keep rising as strong demand allows hotels to charge more.

7 months ago

Athens Promises Modern Bus Fleet by 2027

Kostas Raptis

Athens plans more than 1,100 new buses by 2027, including electric and hydrogen vehicles, as officials promise greener transport.

7 months ago

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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.

Missing Spearfisher

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

Greek Ferries Strike Tomorrow

2026-10-29 By Manuel Santos

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

Heraklion Road Safety

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.

Kastelli Airport

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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