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Sitia Bay Resort Project Moves Forward in Crete’s Far East

Phil Butler

The massive Sitia Bay Resort development in the far-east of Crete appears to be moving forward at a faster clip after Iktinos takeover.

7 years ago

Banyan Tree’s first Europe resort footprint – Angsana Corfu

Aleksandr Shatskih

Earlier this month, Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts announced they will debut Angsana Corfu, the chain’s first Greece resort.

7 years ago

Daedalus Exhibition at the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio

Phil Butler

At the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio, the exhibition “Daedalus: In the Footsteps of the Legendary Craftsman,” runs through March 1st of 2020.

7 years ago

Greece Tourist Arrivals Outpacing Most of the World

Aleksandr Shatskih

The growth in tourism arrivals in Greece early in the 2019 season is double the world average according to data from the World Tourism Organization of the United Nations (UNWTO). In the period starting January of 2019 until March, international touristic flows have slowed overall. According to the UNWTO figures, global arrivals increased only 4 […]

7 years ago

The Best Insta-Sunsets from Amazing Crete Island

Phil Butler

A collection of the best Instagram sunset images from around Crete Island. Amazing inta-sunsets from an island paradise like no other.

7 years ago

Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2019: Greece Still a Top Cruise Destination

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to experts at the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2019 event, recent geopolitical developments have failed to knock Greece off its historically strong position on the cruise market

7 years ago

Investors Eye Greek Tourism and Property Markets

Phil Butler

Growing tourism has spurred Greece’s economy and attracted investor interest in large projects with high-profit potential.

7 years ago

Are Thomas Cook and TUI Putting the Squeeze on Greek Hoteliers?

Phil Butler

British tour operator Thomas Cook has asked Greek hoteliers to renegotiate their package deals downward even more for summer 2019

7 years ago

Greece 2nd in the World for Blue Flag Beaches 2019

Phil Butler

Greece ranked 2nd among 47 countries worldwide in 2019’s Blue Flag program with 515 beaches, 15 marinas and 4 sustainable tourism boats in this year’s international quality award roundup.

7 years ago

INSETE Frames Greece’s Prime Tourism Woes

Phil Butler

According to figures compiled by INSETE, per capita spending by holidaymakers to Greece has declined drastically these last 15 years.

7 years ago

“Wine of Greece”a Superstar of the 39th London Wine Fair 2019

Phil Butler

At the 39th London Wine Fair 2019, Greek wine producers participated for the first time under the collective brand name Wine of Greece.

7 years ago

Greece Tourist Spending 27.7% More as of Q1 2019

Phil Butler

Greece has experienced a 21.9% increase in average expenditure per trip in the first quarter of the 2019 touristic season.

7 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete storms Tuesday

Storms Expected Tuesday in Crete

2026-10-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete faces rain and thunderstorms from Sunday, with stronger storms Tuesday and northerly winds strengthening Wednesday.

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Body of Man Recovered From Sea East of Gavdos

2026-10-25 By Manuel Santos

A man’s body was recovered from the sea east of Gavdos by a Frontex vessel and taken to Chora Sfakion. His identity remains unknown.

Crete Road Deaths

Crete Recorded 238 Road Deaths Between 2020 and 2025

2026-10-25 By Argophilia Travel News

ELSTAT data cited by Nea Kriti records 238 road deaths in Crete between 2020 and 2025, with Heraklion reporting the highest number.

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GNTO Reopens Melbourne Office to Target Australian Travelers Year-Round

2026-10-24 By Argophilia Travel News

Greece reopens its GNTO Melbourne office to target Australian travelers with year-round tourism, culture, gastronomy and lesser-known destinations.

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Agios Nikolaos Hosts Dance World Cup Qualifiers This Weekend

2026-10-24 By Argophilia Travel News

Agios Nikolaos hosts Dance World Cup Greece and Cyprus qualifiers this weekend, with competitions and a Gala leading to the 2027 final in Lisbon.

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