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Cruise News

Viking Vesta to Debut in July 2025

Manuel Santos

Viking Vesta has entered its final construction phase following a traditional float-out ceremony at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona.

2 years ago

Greece Caps Cruise Ships to Santorini and Mykonos

Kostas Raptis

Beginning in 2025, cruise ships to Santorini and Mykonos will be limited to tackle overtourism.

2 years ago

Princess Cruises Presents “The Love Boat” VIP Experience with Iconic Cast

Argophilia Travel News

The Love Boat fans can meet the cast on the Enchanted Princess cruise from August 31 to September 7, 2024, through Canada and New England.

2 years ago

Queen Anne Sets Sail on a Green Voyage with Power Knot’s LFC Biodigester

Iorgos Pappas

Queen Anne, a luxury cruise ship from the Cunard line, commenced her maiden voyage equipped with several LFC biodigesters.

2 years ago

Majestic Titans of the Ocean: The World’s Largest Cruise Ships

Manuel Santos

Cruise ships beautifully showcase human ingenuity, where massive size intersects with opulent luxury to create floating metropolises. Here, we delve into the five most magnificent ocean liners that captivate with their dimensions, ownership, and extraordinary amenities. Icon of the Seas Royal Caribbean International owns the Icon of the Seas, the current monarch of maritime grandeur. […]

2 years ago

Allura to Set Sail on Her Inaugural Voyage from Trieste to Athens on July 18, 2025

Argophilia Travel News

On July 18, 2025, one week earlier than expected, Allura sets sail on her inaugural voyage from Trieste to Athens.

2 years ago

ANEK Lines’ Asterion 2 Begins North Aegean Sailing

Phil Butler

ANEK Lines’ “Asterion 2” will begin a Northern Aegean route in July every Saturday from Pieraeus and every Sunday from Chios. 

2 years ago

Princess Cruises to Sail Largest-Ever Europe Cruise and Cruisetour Season in 2026

Argophilia Travel News

Princess Cruises is going big in Europe for 2026. The “Love Boat” line announced that its 2026 European cruise and cruise tour season will be its biggest ever, with five Princess cruise ships sailing the region, including the sensational new Sun Princess. Set to sail on a record-breaking 222 cruises, guests will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the […]

2 years ago

Oceania Cruises Debuts 2025 Mediterranean Voyages

Iorgos Pappas

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has debuted an array of new 2025 Mediterranean sailings, ranging from nine to 56 days.

2 years ago

Cunard Prepares Cruises for the Next Total Solar Eclipse

Victoria Udrea

Three ships in the Cunard fleet will be in the path of totality for the next solar eclipse on August 12, 2026.

2 years ago

Seabourn Launches “The Collection” Ultra-luxury Western Mediterranean Voyages

Victoria Udrea

The Collection will debut with a series of Western Mediterranean voyages on Seabourn Venture in 2025.

2 years ago

Gastrointestinal Illness hits Passengers on Queen Victoria

Manuel Santos

Nearly 160 people suffered from vomiting and diarrhea aboard Queen Victoria.

2 years ago

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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

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Heraklion’s Sudden Real Estate Rush Over the Old Airport Land

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

Diving into the hilarious scramble as Heraklion officials dust off 1932 deeds to claim a 32.4% stake in the aging Nikos Kazantzakis airport site.

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A Six-Kilo Giant Mushroom Has Been Found in the Cretan Countryside

2026-10-19 By Victoria Udrea

Following heavy autumn rains, a massive 6-kilogram wild oyster mushroom has been discovered in rural Crete, highlighting the island’s rich agritourism bounty.

Lasithi Plateau

OAK Employees Defend Flood Operations in Lasithi Plateau Following Record Rains

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

As torrential autumn storms reshape Crete’s landscape, severe flooding in the Lasithi Plateau has sparked intense debate over water management, infrastructure readiness, and rural protection. After widespread criticism of flooded farmlands and damaged crops across the highland plateau, the OAK Employee Union stepped in to defend regional infrastructure operations. According to hydrological data the union […]

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Teachers to Strike in Heraklion on October 21

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

A teacher strike rally at Eleftheria Square in Heraklion on October 21 will cause traffic delays for visitors navigating the city center.

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Firefighters Rescue Trapped Dog From Natural Well in Sitanos

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters in Sitia successfully rescued a dog trapped in a deep natural well in Sitanos, earning warm praise from the grateful owner.

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