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Why Greece Is Betting on Medical Tourism

Iorgos Pappas

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni says Greece’s future lies not only in beaches but in hospitals too. Medical tourism is rising fast—and Thessaloniki just gave it a brand-new eye clinic.

1 year ago

Airbnb Rentals Face New Restrictions in Greece’s Hotspots

Iorgos Pappas

Greece extends its ban on new Airbnb licenses to Chania, Thessaloniki, Santorini, Paros, and Halkidiki, while AADE clarifies strict new rules on VAT, registry numbers, and rental limits.

1 year ago

Wolf Attack in Halkidiki Raises Safety Concerns for Residents and Visitors

Manuel Santos

A wolf attacked a 5-year-old girl at Neos Marmaras beach in Halkidiki. Authorities are installing cameras and traps to find the animal.

1 year ago

Short-Term Rentals in Greece Up in August, Prices Edge Lower

Arthur Butler

AirDNA data shows short-term rental supply in Greece up 4.9% in August 2025, with demand up 5.2%. Occupancy slipped 0.5%, ADR at €201, offering travelers more choice at steadier prices.

1 year ago

Athens Taxi Strike to Disrupt Travel Monday

Iorgos Pappas

Athens taxi drivers will strike for 18 hours from midnight Sunday to Monday, protesting new regulations.

1 year ago

Hungarian Tourists Keep Greece on Their Map

Arthur Butler

569,000 Hungarians traveled to Greece in 2024, a slight dip from 2023 after record growth. Greece remains their top air destination and second most popular road trip abroad.

1 year ago

Greece’s Travel Balance Shows Surplus Despite Fewer Visitors

Argophilia Travel News

Greece’s travel balance posted a €5.99 billion surplus in January-June 2025. Travel receipts rose 11% thanks to higher spending per trip, even as inbound visitor flows grew only 0.6%.

1 year ago

Digital Nomads Flock to Athens Nomad Fest 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Athens Nomad Fest 2025 gathers over 200 freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creators from six continents, with workshops, networking, and even a trip to Poros.

1 year ago

Piraeus Taste Festival 2025 Celebrates Seafood, Culture, and Zero Waste

Victoria Udrea

Piraeus hosts its 4th Taste Festival, filling the port with seafood creations, cultural events, and a fair celebrating Greek gastronomy.

1 year ago

Santorini’s Theraic Rituals Take the Stage at the Tomato Museum

Victoria Udrea

On September 19, 2025, the Tomato Industrial Museum in Vlychada hosts the Theraic Rituals event, part of Artemis Chatzigiannaki’s exhibition.

1 year ago

Nineteen Border Islands Get VAT Relief, Starting 2026

Iorgos Pappas

Greece introduces a 30% VAT cut for 19 border islands from January 1, 2026. Local leaders welcome relief but highlight housing, Airbnb, and demographic concerns.

1 year ago

Why Killini’s Port Suddenly Matters in the Green Transition

Iorgos Pappas

Kyilini’s port is set for a green upgrade with cold ironing by 2029, €1B for eco-friendly ferries, and improved connections that support island tourism.

1 year ago

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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.

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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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