Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

Türkiye

TUI Ceases Operations to Turkish and Cypriot Regions

Manuel Santos

TUI halts day trips to a Northern Cyprus destination after the month ends.

2 years ago

TUI’s Solar Initiative Gains Momentum

Mihaela Lica Butler

TUI’s Solar Initiative: Three solar parks are now operational in Türkiye, supplying eight hotels with clean energy.

2 years ago

Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Adaptation: The Kültepe Archaeological Project

Iorgos Pappas

Harvey Weiss is spearheading a groundbreaking study at Kültepe to examine ancient cultures’ adaptation tactics to environmental changes

2 years ago

Turkish Residents Face High Rejection Rates for Schengen Visas

Kostas Raptis

Turkish citizens face substantial financial burdens due to high Schengen visa rejection rates. According to Schengen News, in 2023, only 867,545 applications from Türkiye were accepted. Last year, Turkish citizens invested around 68 million euros on approved visas. However, nearly 170,000 applications were denied, costing approximately 13 million euros in lost fees. Türkiye submitted over […]

2 years ago

Türkiye Aims to Become a Top 3 World Destination by 2028

Victoria Udrea

By extending the tourism season and other methods, Türkiye is poised to become one of the top three global vacation destinations by 2028.

2 years ago

Türkiye to Create Marine Parks in the Aegean Sea

Manuel Santos

Türkiye initiated plans to map out its marine parks in the Aegean region after Greece announced the creation of two similar protected areas.

2 years ago

Istanbul’s Hidden Gems: Exploring the Less-Traveled Paths

Argophilia Travel News

Discover Istanbul’s Hidden Gems: Wander off the beaten path to uncover the city’s secret delights and ancient corners in a journey like no other.

2 years ago

The 13th Balkans International Wine Competition is Set for June in Bulgaria and Turkey

Iorgos Pappas

The 13th Balkans International Wine Competition brings together two countries with rich wine traditions – Bulgaria and Turkey.

2 years ago

Accor to Open Rixos Tersane Istanbul

Victoria Udrea

Rixos Tersane Istanbul is an Ennismore lifestyle concept that inspires discovery, offering authentic experiences and cultural immersion.

2 years ago

Turkey Has Extended Visa Exemption to Citizens of Six Countries.

Manuel Santos

Turkey has introduced a visa-free policy for people from six countries, including the United States, Canada, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

2 years ago

Four Seasons and Tay Group Reveal Four Seasons Standalone Private Residences in Istanbul

Manuel Santos

As the newest standalone Private Residences in the brand’s collection, the upcoming Istanbul project from Four Seasons will offer buyers the chance to live in one of the world’s most vibrant destinations with the renowned care of Four Seasons at their doorstep. Leading luxury hospitality and branded residential firm Four Seasons, in collaboration with Tay […]

2 years ago

Turkey Wildfires Are the Worst Ever – Experts Say It’s Only the Beginning

Phil Butler

Wildfires are ravaging areas of southern Turkey. According to the reports, unprecedented fires have forced tourists and locals to evacuate.

5 years ago

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 12
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

€52M Greek Fisheries Scandal

European Public Prosecutor’s Office Investigates €52M EU Fisheries Fund Scandal in Greece

Heraklion old cold-storage warehouse

Heraklion’s Old Cold-Storage Warehouse Gets Green Light for Hotel Conversion

Special Olympics Kayaking Games AI illustration

Crete to Host European Special Olympics Kayaking Games at Lake Kournas

Heraklion Fishermen Protest

Cretan Fishermen Stage Black-Flag Protest Over Fuel Costs and Regulations

Why We Embrace AI

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.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

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.

Lovage, The Kitchen of Venus

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

rain

Chania Sucks. Change Your Socks.

2026-10-18 By Arthur Butler

Analyzing historical rainfall data, meteorologist Manolis Lekkas outlines six essential infrastructure proposals to protect Chania from urban flooding.

Fake Animal Rescuer Hit With Massive Fines After Abandoning 120 Cats in Caging Heatwave Horror

2026-10-18 By Iorgos Pappas

Ierapetra municipal police fine a fake rescuer €241,000 with penalties eyeing €1 million after 120 cats were discovered starving in cages during a heatwave.

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS