Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

Tomb Echoing Alexander’s Wealth Opened in Thessaloniki

Aleksandr Shatskih

A fascinating Macedonia tomb dated between the late 4th and early 3rd century BC has been restored and opened to the public in Thessaloniki. The tomb is representative of the massive wealth that poured into Macedonia after Alexander the Great’s conquests eastward.

Greece Too Big a Bargain According to Bank of Greece

Aleksandr Shatskih

Greece’s tourism revenues for 2016 slumped below those of 2015 and 2014 according to figures from the Bank of Greece. Traveler spending dropped by double digits, which accounted for the losses even amidst stellar tourist arrivals.

Valentine’s Day at Sheraton Tirana Hotel

Aleksandr Shatskih

For those who are in Albania this Valentine’s Day, the Sheraton Tirana Hotel offers a special package with luxury accommodation and other perks.

Valentine’s Day in Chateau St. Havel Prague

Aleksandr Shatskih

Chateau St. Havel Prague, a luxury hotel in a 13th Century castle, offers a special St. Valentine´s stay package that celebrates the whole month of February.

Dalmatia May Get New Aerodrome

Aleksandr Shatskih

Plans for a new international airport in Vrgorac in Dalmatian in Croatia are in wind according to news from Vrgorac. The new airport is reportedly in the early stages of investor planning for the area of Croatia in between Dubrovnik and Split, because of the suitability of the site.

A “Bucket List” Suggestion in Lazarevskoye Russia

Aleksandr Shatskih

What if you could vacation at a world renown resort on the Black Sea and stay at a the most aptly named hotel on Earth? Hotel “Dolphin” in the village of Lazarevskoye, is just a few miles North of world famous Sochi, the site of the 2014 Winter Olympic Games. The location is not what makes “Dolphin” so famous or interesting, the fact guests get to swim with the playful mammals is.