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T’way Air Expands European Operations with Rome and Barcelona Routes

Iorgos Pappas

T’way Air will broaden its European footprint, announcing new routes to Rome and Barcelona starting in August 2024.

2 years ago

Wizz Air Introduces Budget-Friendly Direct Flights Between India and Europe

Argophilia Travel News

Wizz Air now offers direct flights between India and multiple European destinations, with fares starting at a stunning €200 (around ₹18,000) one-way. This news is monumental for those dreaming of affordable direct flights. Presently, direct connections between India and Europe are dominated by premium airlines, making them costly. Wizz Air is poised to disrupt this […]

2 years ago

Riyadh Air Enlists Ashi for Stylish Cabin Crew Uniforms

Victoria Udrea

Riyadh Air has enlisted Saudi Arabian fashion designer Ashi to craft its inaugural cabin crew fashion line.

2 years ago

First Direct Romania to NY Flight in 20 Years [HiSky]

Iorgos Pappas

HiSky Europe makes history with the first direct flight from Romania to New York in 20 years

2 years ago

Bulgaria Air Introduces Seasonal Flights from Sofia to Heraklion

Kostas Raptis

Bulgaria Air (IATA: FB, ICAO: LZB), expands travel options with seasonal flights to Heraklion Airport on the island of Crete.

2 years ago

Ryanair, easyJet Fined for ‘Abusive’ Practices

Manuel Santos

Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs imposes a €150 million fine on Ryanair, Vueling, easyJet, and Volotea for exploiting passengers.

2 years ago

United Airlines to Operate Seasonal Direct Flights From Chicago to Athens and Return

Kostas Raptis

United Airlines has introduced seasonal nonstop flights between Chicago and Athens from May 24 until August 27, 2024.

2 years ago

T’way Air Launches Zagreb-Seoul Flights

Kostas Raptis

T’way Air made its first official trip to Europe, connecting Zagreb and Seoul on May 16th, 2024.

2 years ago

China Eastern Airlines Inaugurates Direct Shanghai-Marseille Flights

Manuel Santos

China Eastern Airlines (IATA: MU, ICAO: CES) will formally begin operating a new direct route between Shanghai and Marseille, France, on July 2 of this year. Shanghai Airlines, a China Eastern Airlines affiliate, will run the new Shanghai-Marseille route. There will be three weekly round-trip flights on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. FM871 is the flight […]

2 years ago

Dogs Fly First: BARK Unveils Dog-Friendly Flights Launching May 2024

Mihaela Lica Butler

BARK Air launches in May 2024, offering a unique travel experience designed specifically for dogs.

2 years ago

TUI UK Adds 70,000 Seats for Greece in 2025

Iorgos Pappas

TUI, the world’s largest tour operator, 345,000 flight seats will be available for the company’s 2025 summer schedule.

2 years ago

Air Malta Closes After 50 Years

Iorgos Pappas

Air Malta is replaced by KM Malta Airlines, a new airline that pays tribute to its predecessor by adopting the IATA code “KM.”

2 years ago

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Historic Expedition to Kolymbari Expected to Test Human Endurance

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Platanias announces a 2km survival hike in Kolymbari. Prepare for bunkers, 50 dangerous steps, and full medical coverage.

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Parliament Clash Over Hotel Worker Taxation

2026-06-23 By Argophilia Travel News

KE MP Manolis Syntychakis and Deputy Minister of National Economy, D. Markopoulos, debate taxation of seasonal hotel workers.

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Cretan Fishermen to Spearhead Government Response to Silver-cheeked Toadfish Plague

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Greek government is finalizing a pilot program to combat the rapid spread of the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish in Greek waters.

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The Fencing Around the Lions’ Fountain Has Been Taken Down

2026-06-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The fencing around Heraklion’s Morosini Fountain is gone, but at what cost to the monument’s future? We examine the delay of critical maintenance.

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French Tourist Injured During Disembarkation at Heraklion Port

2026-06-22 By Manuel Santos

A 70-year-old French tourist was hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury during disembarkation from a leisure boat at the Port of Heraklion.

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