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Cruise News

Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

2 days ago

Celestyal Journey Anchors in Agios Nikolaos, Adding 16 Cruising Dates to Lasithi Lineup

Iorgos Pappas

The luxury cruise ship Celestyal Journey brings 1,200 passengers per visit to Agios Nikolaos, locking in 16 upcoming arrivals for the Lasithi port.

3 weeks ago

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.

2 months 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.

2 months 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.

4 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.

8 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

Argophilia Travel News

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

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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.

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Stories of Interest

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One Cigarette Butt Can Pollute a Beach for Years

2026-07-10 By Manuel Santos

A single cigarette butt can remain in the environment for 10 to 15 years, slowly breaking down into microplastics while releasing toxic chemicals such as nicotine, lead, arsenic, and cadmium into the sand and seawater.

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42 Firefighters Contain Flames in Minoa Pediada

2026-07-10 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters have brought a wildfire near Ini in Crete’s Minoa Pediada municipality under control after an hours-long operation. Crews remain on site monitoring for flare-ups.

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ITV’s This Morning and Loose Women to Showcase Crete’s Hidden Gems

2026-07-10 By Manuel Santos

ITV presenters Jeff Brazier and producer Mariam Hussain are filming in eastern Crete for This Morning and Loose Women, bringing Lassithi to millions of UK and Irish viewers.

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Eastern Crete Cultural Group Joins Opposition to Proposed Wind Farm Projects

2026-07-10 By Iorgos Pappas

A cultural and environmental association in eastern Crete has joined growing opposition to eight proposed wind farm projects in Lassithi, calling for greater public consultation and environmental safeguards.

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Experts Urge Calm as Crete Addresses Toxic Pufferfish Spread

2026-07-10 By Iorgos Pappas

The Geotechnical Chamber of Greece (GEOTEE) in Crete issued a public safety guide to separate scientific fact from social media panic regarding the pufferfish.

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