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U.S. State Department Lowers Level 4 Travel Advisory for Egypt

Phil Butler

The United States has dropped a leel 4 “do not travel” advisory for Egypt to a level 3 “reconsider travel” alert.

5 years ago

Israel Goes Into Second Lockdown Over COVID Pandemic

Aleksandr Shatskih

Israel will go into a new national lockdown for three weeks starting Friday, September 18th, and ending October 11th.

6 years ago

Egypt Boosts Cultural Tourism Capacity Starting in September

Argophilia Travel News

Egypt’s tourism businesses and cultural venues are to operate at up to 50% of their total capacity starting in September.

6 years ago

Greek Isles Dominate Travel + Leisure Ratings in 2020

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to a new Travel + Leisure (T+L) magazine rating, Greece dominates the list of Top 20 Islands in Europe.

6 years ago

Google Data Shows Greece As a Top Destination for Americans in 2021

Argophilia Travel News

Google data shows Greece is now the third most popular destination for Americans in 2021.

6 years ago

Egypt Tourism Sector Desperation Not a Good Sign for Sustainability

Phil Butler

Egypt is desperate to reboot the country’s COVID-19 decimated tourism industry. But, will the end result be sustainable?

6 years ago

IATA Calls on Tunisia Government for Direct COVID-19 Assistance

Argophilia Travel News

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on the Government of Tunisia to provide financial relief.

6 years ago

Tunisia’s Tourism Ministry Ready to Reboot 2020 Season

Phil Butler

One of the world’s most underrated touristic destinations, Tunisia’s travel industry has been decimated by the coronavirus pandemic.

6 years ago

African Tourism Board Requests European Union Post-Pandemic Help

Phil Butler

African Tourism Board (ATB) Task Force members and tourism experts are seeking European Union support for Africa’s tourism recovery.

6 years ago

Dutch Favor Crete Vacations for 2020 According to Survey

Argophilia Travel News

According to a recent survey by Griekenland.net, 2020 Crete vacations are favored by Dutch travelers looking for safe holiday destinations.

6 years ago

Check24 Data Reveals German Traveler Preference for Crete

Phil Butler

According to Check24, Crete island attracts the second-largest share of German travelers booking island destinations for 2020 so far.

6 years ago

Nassa Travel Shows Why Little Agents Are the Best

Phil Butler

22 hours ago Nassa Travel in the UK posted a “Santorini Crazy Deal” to 29,000 plus followers on Facebook. Are they teaching TUI a lesson?

7 years ago

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Stories of Interest

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Fire Breaks Out in Drimiskos, Southern Rethymno; Firefighters Move Quickly

2026-09-22 By Argophilia Travel News

A wildfire broke out Tuesday in Drimiskos, southern Rethymno. Eight fire engines, 16 firefighters and two EMODE teams are fighting the blaze

Agios Nikolaos Port New LED lighting

Agios Nikolaos Port Upgrades Lighting With New LED Floodlights

2026-09-22 By Arthur Butler

Agios Nikolaos Port has replaced old floodlights on four 35-metre towers with LED technology, improving safety while reducing energy use and operating costs.

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New Kastelli Airport Could Open Home Port Era for Heraklion’s Cruise Future

2026-09-22 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion expects more than 400,000 cruise passengers in 2026, but the bigger opportunity lies ahead, with the new Kastelli airport and home port plans reshaping the city’s cruise strategy.

Rain Causes Samaria Gorge Closure on September 23

Rain Causes Samaria Gorge Closure on September 23

2026-09-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The Samaria Gorge will remain closed on Wednesday, September 23, after an updated weather forecast shows rainfall above the gorge’s approved safety limits. The Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency (OFYPEKA) made the decision based on the latest forecast from Greece’s National Meteorological Service. For travelers planning a hike, that means one important thing: don’t […]

Sitia Wildfire

Sitia Wildfire Eases After Night of Wind-Driven Reignition, 135 Firefighters Still on Ground

2026-09-21 By Iorgos Pappas

A wildfire near Chonos in Sitia has eased after a difficult night of wind-driven flare-ups. Firefighters and two aircraft continue battling scattered active hotspots.

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