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Dolphin Capital Kea Island and Kilada Projects Go Forward

Mihaela Lica Butler

A new €600 million euro investment by Dolphin Capital Investors on Kea Island and near the village of Kilada in the eastern Peloponnese, promise luxurious resorts to come.

7 years ago

Classless PM Boris Johnson Not Likely to Give Back Parthenon Sculptures

Phil Butler

Incoming prime minister and twit Boris Johnson says he just loves Greece. But Elgin Marbles are British?

7 years ago

Bank of Greece Reports Rise in Greek Balance of Travel Services Surplus

Argophilia Travel News

The Bank of Greece has reported a significant increase in Greece’s balance of travel services surplus for the first five months of 2019.

7 years ago

Incoming Greek Tourism Minister Lays Out Strategic Objectives

Argophilia Travel News

Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has presented the Greek Parliament his ministry’s strategic objectives for going forward.

7 years ago

Florence & The Machine Add Another Athens Show After Sellouts

Aleksandr Shatskih

English indie rock band, Florence and the Machine are set to perform a third show in Athens at the Galatsi Olympic Hall after two other shows sold out.

7 years ago

Tiffany Trump and Michael Boulos Vacation on Mykonos [Video]

Aleksandr Shatskih

For the second year in a row, Tiffany Trump, the daughter of U.S. President Donald Trump, picked Mykonos to spend her vacation.

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

Grecotel Filoxenia in Kalamata Becomes First 5G Hotel in Greece

Argophilia Travel News

The Filoxenia Hotel – Grecotel has become the first 5G hotel in Greece according to the news from WIND and Grecotels.

7 years ago

Shipping Minister Yannis Plakiotakis Gives “Go Ahead” on Cosco Moves

Phil Butler

The Cosco-managed Piraeus Port Authority (PPA), is set to re-file a master plan after a green light from Greece’s new shipping minister.

7 years ago

Archaeologists Discoveries on Daskalio Islet May Redefine Ancient History

Phil Butler

Archaeologists have discovered ruins that date to 4,600 years ago on Dhaskalio Islet, an uninhabited islet off the holiday island of Naxos.

7 years ago

Choosing Holidays to Greece 2020: Best Island Destinations

Aleksandr Shatskih

For those planning their Greece 2020 dream holidays, Argophilia recommends these amazing destinations and stays.

7 years ago

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Stories of Interest

rain

Chania Sucks. Change Your Socks.

2026-10-18 By Arthur Butler

Analyzing historical rainfall data, meteorologist Manolis Lekkas outlines six essential infrastructure proposals to protect Chania from urban flooding.

Fake Animal Rescuer Hit With Massive Fines After Abandoning 120 Cats in Caging Heatwave Horror

2026-10-18 By Iorgos Pappas

Ierapetra municipal police fine a fake rescuer €241,000 with penalties eyeing €1 million after 120 cats were discovered starving in cages during a heatwave.

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

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