Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

Tõlluste Manor on Saaremaa Island Changes Hands

Aleksandr Shatskih

In hotel news from Lithuania, the historic Tõlluste manor house in Saaremaa Island has been transferred to the Estonian subsidiary of Natura Siberica, a Russian-owned natural cosmetics brand.

Euromonitor International Releases “Travel and Tourism in Greece”

Aleksandr Shatskih

Despite the economic downturn in the EU and Greece, last year was a good one for the tourism industry. According to the latest report for Euromonitor International, the number of international visitors to the cuntry increased significantly, just as domestic trips displayed grew as well.

5 Lesser Known East Europe Travel Gems

Aleksandr Shatskih

Photographer Cristina Drafta talks about the Eastern Europe she loves. Find out about coffee in Istanbul, the Paris of Siberia, Irkutsk, and much more.

Turkey’s First Street Art Graffiti Show

Aleksandr Shatskih

In a first for Istanbul and Turkey, the Pera Museum is hosting the country’s first ever exhibition dedicated to graffiti. The aptly named “Language of the Wall” runs until 5 October, and features the works of some 20 artists from the US, France, Germany, Japan and Turkey.

Top 10 Chania “In and Out of Town” Attractions

Phil Butler

Crete’s second biggest city, is probably the most well know and picturesque. Chania, a Minoan settlement known to the Greeks as Kydonia, is famous for it’s Venetian Harbor photogenically. The capital of the provence of the same name, Chania is about as iconic a destination as you can imagine. Surrounded by a host of smaller villages and immeasurable natural beauty, the west of Crete’s gem of tourism deserves every accolade. Here’s a bucket list of things any visitor “must see” before leaving this magical Cretan getaway.

FashionTV Black Sea Model Awards Hit Romania

Aleksandr Shatskih

The magnificent Mamaia, Romania, beach resort plays host next weekend to one of the best international model competitions this summer. The FashionTV Black Sea Model Awards, where over 40 models will compete, is the fourth in a string of competitions set on the biggest fashion stage in Europe. This year’s competition, which begins August 16th, […]

Swissôtel Tallinn Rakes In Three WTA Wins

Aleksandr Shatskih

One of Estonia’s best hospitality names, Swissôtel Tallinn took home three World Travel Awards at the gala held in Athens earlier this month.

This Week Sziget Festival “Island of Freedom” Beckons

Aleksandr Shatskih

Beginning today and lasting through Sunday, the Sziget Festival – Island of Freedom kicks off with a stellar lineup of entertainers. Hundreds of thousands will invade Budapest for one of the biggest party/cultural celebrations on Earth.

Greece’s Zakynthos and Navagio Welcome Visitor Boom

Aleksandr Shatskih

From Travel Daily News we learned today of impressive July numbers for tourists headed top the island of Zakynthos. According to the Hotel Chamber of Greece, arrivals at Zakynthos airport for the month increased by some 18,09%.

Bulgaria Tourism Up First Half of 2014

Aleksandr Shatskih

News from Bulgaria’s Economy Ministry says International tourism revenues are on the up in the first half of 2014. The tally shows a 5.3% increase year on year over 2o13. The World Tourism Organization shows the tourism sector of Bulgaria reached 1.3 billion BGN (€670 million Euro) or about 13.6% of the country’s GDP.