Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

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

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 9
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

Heraklion military camps meeting

Why Former Military Camps Could Be Put to Better Use to Enhance Visitor and Community Experience

What Does It Really Cost to Produce Olive Oil in Crete?

Reisereporter top Greece destinations Autumn 2026

German Travelers Put Crete on the Map for Autumn Escapes

OFI Crete

OFI Takes Crete to Europe With Eight-Match Europa League Campaign

Kastelli Airport

€46.8M Electrification Project Begins for New Heraklion Airport

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.

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology banner

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

just the plane

Nearly 11,000 Aircraft Movements in August. Which Markets Led the Way

2026-09-04 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion airport handles nearly 1.9 million passengers and 10,944 flights in August, driven by growth in international arrivals from Germany, the UK, and France.

Sitia olive oil

Greenhouses, Olive Groves, and Fishing Boats Disappear as Sitia’s Countryside Empties

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

Sitia’s countryside faces severe depopulation as greenhouses in Goudouras shrink, fishing boats dwindle, and the legacy of raisin and olive farming fades.

west nile virus Crete

West Nile Virus Cases Spread to Heraklion and Hersonissos in Crete

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

EODY reports new West Nile virus cases in Heraklion and Rethymno while Hersonissos is flagged as high-risk, prompting intensified mosquito spraying across Crete.

surfer dudes

Robert Voigt Remembers His Friend Nikos Chaldiadakis: One Day We Will Surf Together Again

2026-09-04 By Manuel Santos

Robert Voigt remembers his friend Nikos Chaldiadakis after the 71-year-old surfer was found dead off Gouves following a days-long search.

West Nile Virus Crete travel alert

West Nile Virus Areas Expand in Crete as Mosquito Control Intensifies

2026-09-04 By Arthur Butler

Crete has recorded three West Nile virus cases as Heraklion and Archanes-Asterousia join affected areas and mosquito control measures continue.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS