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The Mystery of the Eteocretans – Gatekeepers of Crete’s Hidden Past

Phil Butler

Homer’s Odyssey tells of the hero Odysseus visiting Crete on his return home. The tale also tells of the unsolved mystery of the Eteocretans.

7 years ago

A New Definition of “Luxury” Waits on Incredible Crete

Phil Butler

Crete is more than a Mykonos wanna be, the island paradise is a real alternative experience well suited to the luxury travel segment.

7 years ago

Cretelia Festival 2019 Set for 16 Through 22 September

Phil Butler

The Cretelia Festival 2019 running from 16 to 22 September, will feature a roster of international DJs performing in the South of Crete.

7 years ago

Rebecca Skevaki Gives Black & White On Overtourism On Santorini

Phil Butler

Argophilia Travel News talks with one of Greece’s most influential tour executives, Rebecca Skevaki about overtourism on Santorini.

7 years ago

Giortes Rokkas 2019 Kicks Off Tonight With Opening Ceremonies

Phil Butler

The opening ceremonies of the 7th edition of the Giortes Rokkas Festival take place tonight in Rokka Square in Chania Prefecture August 1st.

7 years ago

A Swiss Foodie Discovering the Secrets of Cretan Cuisine

Aleksandr Shatskih

Traveling Crete island earlier this summer, I came to embrace the unique culinary traditions which is the basis of the Mediterranean diet.

7 years ago

Healthy Food Origins: The Source of the Mediterranean Diet

Phil Butler

The origins of the gastronomical tastiness, and the super healthy benefits of the Mediterranean Diet traced back to the Cretan roots.

7 years ago

Coming to Rethymno Prefecture July 20-24 the Amari Green Festival 2019

Phil Butler

Coming up July 20th through the 24th, the Amari Green Festival 2019 is one of Crete’s major cultural events in the heart of the island.

7 years ago

The Galatas Caprico Feast 2019 Shines With Tradition

Phil Butler

Running July 6th and 7th, the 2019 Caprico Feast (Γιορτή Καπρικου) is an unforgettable traditional event held each year in Galatas in Heraklion Prefecture.

7 years ago

The Minoan Theater at Karteros – A Top 10 Crete Experience

Phil Butler

The Minoan Theater in Karteros is an authentic journey into Minoan life that begins like a prayer and ends like an epiphany.

7 years ago

The Best Crete Club Vibes for 2019

Phil Butler

Crete is famous for so many things. Here are a few of the most amazing nightclubs and bars on the island.

7 years ago

A Story of the sMALL gODS of Crete Island

Phil Butler

A story of the people of Crete, small gods every one, and a Taverna owner whose love shines through her business.

7 years ago

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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.

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Stories of Interest

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.

27-year-old man arrested

27-Year-Old Arrested at Heraklion Port Trying to Buy Piraeus Ferry Ticket Without Travel Papers

2026-10-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Coast Guard officers arrest a 27-year-old man at Heraklion port for attempting to buy a Piraeus ferry ticket without papers and verbally abusing officers.

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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