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Archaeological Site of Gortyn to Get Accessibility Upgrades

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Ministry of Culture focuses on improving visitor pathways and accessibility at the significant archaeological site of Gortyn in Crete. These initiatives aim to make the ancient ruins more accessible for individuals with disabilities or mobility issues. The improvements are part of a larger restoration project, which includes preserving and highlighting key monuments. This broader […]

Who’s Profiting the Most from Greece’s Surging Tourism Numbers?

Phil Butler

Travel media is echoing the Greek Tourism Ministry’s visitor numbers surge, and revenue growth derived from Visa. However, what does the highlight on cashless payments indicate? According to Visa’s “Mediterranean Tourism Analysis,” visitor spending in Greece climbed by 14% from October 2023 to September 2024 compared to the previous year. However, these numbers are highly […]

Samaria Gorge to Get Disabled Access

Mihaela Lica Butler

A specific route, starting at the Upper Port of Agia Roumeli and extending to the Holy Trinity Church, will be designed for wheelchair users.

Restored Petralona Cave and Museum Open to Visitors

Phil Butler

The Petralona Cave and nearby museum in Halkidiki have been fully restored and modernized. The museum and the landmark offer a unique glimpse into the Paleolithic Era and highlight discoveries that shed light on human origins dating to perhaps 250,000 – 300,000 years ago. The Petrolona Cave probably dates to the Lower Pleistocene (or about […]

TUI FutureShapers Greece: A Tourism Indoctrinization “Konzept”

Phil Butler

According to news from the TUI Care Foundation, Thomas Ellerbeck, the movement’s president, and Melina Taprantzi, founder of Wise Greece (Fun, Food, and Social Good), a new breed of Greek tourism specialists will be born. According to TUI, the FutureShapers Greece initiative will provide education, mentoring, and plenty of opportunity for those willing to toe […]

Greek Decision-makers Get a “Whiff” of Digital Prowess

Phil Butler

The following is a test of artificial intelligence capability prompted by an article by Argophila Editor in Chief, Mihaela Butler. The article in question, “Greek Tourism Ministry Plans Another Pile of Digital Projects” is an objective assessment of the 5th Regional Tourism Council session, chaired by Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.  The session was focused in […]