Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

The Treasures of Ancient Greece – Today’s Commodities

Phil Butler

As Greece’s well documented austerity measures begin to take their toll on a near desperate population, a growing number of people in the country are beginning to suffer from a somewhat unexpected side-effect… Gold Fever. Reports of Greeks heading for the hills in search of lost loot abound today on the web. Sunken cities, Nazi gold, even grave-robbing across the Bulgaria frontier, all that remains for some Greeks is prayer.

Pig Slaughtering in Romania

Mihaela Lica Butler

Although cruel, the tradition of pig slaughtering is ancient and not many Romanians are happy to let it go.

Maribor 2012: A Pictorial I

Phil Butler

A few days ago we covered the upcoming Maribor 2012 and its place as one of the towns chosen to be the European Capital of Culture next year. In keeping with Argo Travel’s image and media focused core value, we contacted the Slovenia Tourism Board about more images. Their PR exec Jasmina Godec graciously responded with the FTP for their best images.

The Mysterious Origin of Wine

Guest Author

Next time you sip a fine Oregon pinot noir, think on the origins of this noble nectar. No one knows for certain its birth, but the clues are fascinating.

The Wonders of Folk Art and Greece

Guest Author

No visit to any exotic foreign country would be complete without taking the time to fully appreciate the art of the region. In particular, folk art can be fascinating as it sheds light on the beliefs and way of life of a group of people.

Maribor 2012: Slovenia Set to WOW the World

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Slovenia’s Tourism Board, the town of Maribor, in cooperation with other municipalities, are all set for an exuberant opening weekend as the European Capital of Culture, January 14th and 15th, 2012. Slovenia was recently honored at the World Travel Market in London as well.

Romania Celebrates National Day

Aleksandr Shatskih

Romania is celebrating ninety three years of unity – the Great Union Day, which is also the country’s National Day.

Bansko, World’s Best Value Ski Resort

Mihaela Lica Butler

Bansko is Bulgaria’s most affordable ski resort, and the country’s more popular as well. This year, Bansko was also ranked as the most affordable ski resort in the world.

Greece Sets New Standards for Museums and Tourist Sites

Aleksandr Shatskih

Greece’s iconic landmarks will be managed under a singular brand, called “Monuments and Museums of Greece.” In addition, all Greek museum and tourists sites will comply with unified standards.

5 Reasons to Holiday in Greece: A Photo Journey

Guest Author

Our guest author, Laura Cole, takes you in a virtual (and visual) journey through five of the most iconic destinations in Greece: Myrtos Beach; breathtaking Santorini; Icaria; Athens and Thessaloniki.