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Cruise News

GNTO and MSC Cruises Target the Italian Market

Iorgos Pappas

GNTO, Italy, and MSC Cruises complete a 4-city promotional tour in Genoa, Rome, Bologna, and Bergamo to boost Greek cruise tourism for 2026.

1 month ago

Sun Princess Hits Souda With 4,300 Guests and a Very Empty Port Office

Manuel Santos

One of the world’s largest cruise ships, the Sun Princess, arrived in Chania today, with over 4300 guests aboard.

1 month ago

Gulf Shutdown Traps Six Cruise Giants

Arthur Butler

Six cruise ships remain docked in Dubai in 2026 as Gulf airspace shuts down and Strait of Hormuz risks rise.

3 months ago

Variety Cruises Ends 2025 with Strong Growth

Iorgos Pappas

Athens-based Variety Cruises closes 2025 with 50% more returning travelers and rising global demand for boutique sea experiences.

6 months ago

Viking Star Changes Course from Tremor-Prone Santorini to Crete

Manuel Santos

Santorini’s earthquakes prompt cruise ship Viking Star to reroute to Crete. What this means for visitors, tourism, and future travel plans.

1 year ago

Celebrity Infinity Marks the Start of Thessaloniki’s Cruise Season

Manuel Santos

Celebrity Infinity, carrying 1,842 passengers, kicks off Thessaloniki’s cruise season with a strong start.

1 year ago

Thessaloniki Gears Up for Celebrity Infinity

Kostas Raptis

Celebrity Infinity arrives in Thessaloniki on February 4 for an overnight stay and connects tourism to the city’s culture and economy.

1 year ago

Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea: Cunard’s New Voyage Experience

Manuel Santos

Cunard has expanded its wellness offerings with the fleet-wide introduction of Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea programs. The collaboration with the renowned lifestyle magazine launches this month and provides passengers aboard the Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria access to thoughtfully designed wellness packages aimed at boosting energy, relaxation, and recovery during their […]

1 year ago

Norwegian Cruise Lines Cancels Norwegian Epic Visits to Corfu

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Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) has announced the cancellation of the Norwegian Epic’s 2025 stops at the Corfu port. This marks the second year in a row that NCL has removed Corfu from its schedule. The 156,000-ton ship, which accommodates around 4,070 passengers, was originally set to make 17 stops in Corfu between May 14 and […]

1 year ago

Princess Cruises Sale: Save Big on 2025–2027 Dream Vacations

Argophilia Travel News

The Princess Cruises sale for 2025–2027 sailings is now available. Save up to 40%, enjoy free upgrades, and low $99 deposits.

1 year ago

Cruise Tourism Takes Center Stage at FITUR 2025

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The upcoming FITUR 2025 exhibition in Madrid will shine the spotlight on the global surge in cruise tourism. Scheduled to run January 22-26 the event will feature a specialized FITUR Cruises section. This segment will address the growing demand in cruises, examining the associated challenges and prospects within the industry. FITUR Cruises 2025 will see […]

1 year ago

Oceana Cruises Unveils New 2026 Voyages

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The world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, Oceania Cruises® has unveiled the second swathe of its 2026 Collection of Voyages which are available to book from November 13, 2024. Travelers can choose from more than 60 new enticing itineraries, including 17 Grand Voyages, across the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe, aboard three of Oceania Cruises’ smallest ships, Nautica, […]

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

The Lions Fountain, the Hole, and the Kingdom of Endless Studies

2026-06-03 By Phil Butler

There is perhaps no better symbol of modern governance in Crete than the Morosini Fountain in Heraklion. The Lions Fountain stands at the very center of the city, both physically and symbolically, a Venetian masterpiece completed in 1628 that survived Ottoman occupation, wars, earthquakes, modernization, pollution, and four centuries of Mediterranean upheaval. It remains one […]

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Five Euros to Save One of Crete’s Most Scenic Gorges

2026-06-03 By Iorgos Pappas

Faistos and Gortyna plan a €5 entrance fee for Rouvas Gorge to fund safety upgrades, maintenance, and conservation in the heart of Psiloritis.

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Crete Joins Mediterranean Trails Network to Elevate Global Eco-Tourism Profile

2026-06-02 By Manuel Santos

Crete unifies its hiking routes under the Cretan Trails banner, partnering with international trail networks to develop sustainable mountain tourism.

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Hersonissos Faces Lifeguard Shortage as Summer Season Gets Underway

2026-06-02 By Manuel Santos

Hersonissos remains without lifeguard coverage on its designated busy beaches after a tender for 46 positions failed to attract applicants.

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Welcome to the New VOAK, Where Bus Drivers Rest in Traffic and Get Fined for It

2026-06-02 By Manuel Santos

Tourist bus operators in Crete say ongoing VOAK construction projects are causing severe delays, making it difficult for drivers to comply with mandatory rest-period regulations.

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