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Swiss-Belhotel Partners With Sheng Tai to Open New Hotels in Malaysia

Argophilia Travel News

Swiss-Belhotel International signs a new deal with Sheng Tai International to open luxury beachfront and city hotels in Melaka and beyond.

9 months ago

5th Revenue Masterclass by RevitUp.direct Concludes in Crete

Argophilia Travel News

The 5th Revenue Masterclass by RevitUp.direct concluded successfully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Markos Karanastasis Amphitheater of the Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMMU) in Heraklion, Crete. This year’s event achieved record participation — 312 registrations and 232 professional check-ins, along with 27 students from HMMU and other academic institutions. The Masterclass brought together tourism […]

10 months ago

Grecotel Tops Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

Argophilia Travel News

Grecotel, the country’s flagship luxury hospitality group, has once again claimed the number one position at the Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, reaffirming its reputation as Greece’s most distinguished hotel brand. Voted by thousands of discerning travellers worldwide, the awards celebrate excellence in travel, service, and guest experience. Grecotel’s continued dominance reflects […]

10 months ago

Sleeping in the Trees, Dining Under the Stars: Ritz-Carlton’s Masai Mara Debut

Arthur Butler

The Ritz-Carlton introduces its first safari retreat in Kenya’s Masai Mara. With treetop suites, Maasai rituals, private safaris, and conservation initiatives, it blends luxury with wilderness.

11 months ago

Metaxa Hospitality Group Becomes First in Greece With ORA Standard Certification

Victoria Udrea

Metaxa Hospitality Group celebrates 50 years by becoming the first in Greece to receive ORA Standard certification.

11 months ago

Hydra’s Art Residencies Gamble on Culture and Luxury

Ion Bogdan V.

Hydra’s Art Residencies is a €119 million project in Plepi aiming to mix art, olive tourism, and luxury villas.

1 year ago

Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota Adds a Fresh Stamp to Greek Hospitality

Iorgos Pappas

Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota opened in spring 2025 as Mövenpick’s first property in Greece, bringing upscale hospitality to Epirus.

1 year ago

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki Is a Five-Star Experience by Fattal Hotel Group

Manuel Santos

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki features art-inspired rooms and welcomes global travelers seeking culture, comfort and city vibes.

1 year ago

Dorsett Mongkok in Hong Kong Runs a Special Promotion

Argophilia Travel News

Enjoy 20% off, pick three exclusive perks, and relax with a 26-hour stay near top sights. Book direct for the best experience during the Disneyland 20th Anniversary Magical Party.

1 year ago

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Is the Brand’s First Beachfront Experience in the Mediterranean

Victoria Udrea

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, operated by SWOT Hospitality, opened in June as the brand’s first Mediterranean beachfront resort.

1 year ago

Hilton’s ÉRA Hotel Heraklion to Open in 2026

Victoria Udrea

Hilton partners with Green Properties to open ÉRA Hotel Heraklion, a 56-room Tapestry Collection hotel, in early 2026.

1 year ago

Creta Maris Resort Celebrates 50 Years of Authentic Cretan Hospitality

Victoria Udrea

Creta Maris Resort, established in 1975 by the Metaxa family, marked its 50th anniversary with engaging celebrations and cultural highlights.

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.

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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Five Arrested Following Tragic Drowning of 11-Year-Old Polish Tourist in Chania Hotel Pool

2026-08-31 By Manuel Santos

An 11-year-old Polish girl has died after being found unconscious in a hotel pool in Platanias, Chania. Five people have been arrested as the investigation continues.

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Rethymno Offers Free Greek Language Lessons to Migrants

2026-08-31 By Argophilia Travel News

Rethymno is offering free Greek language lessons to migrants, with beginner, advanced and Arabic-speaking classes starting October 13.

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Is Heraklion Full of Singles? 43% of Residents Are Unmarried

2026-08-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s population grew nearly 10% since 2001. Census data also show 23,480 one-person households and 43% unmarried residents.

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Heraklion to Get Two New Urban Beaches in Major Waterfront Project

2026-08-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Two new beaches stretching 240 and 170 meters will be created east and west of the Natural History Museum in Heraklion.

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Heraklion Airport Sets New Passenger Records

2026-08-30 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion Airport handled a record 68,818 passengers on August 1 as traffic rose 4.6% through August 23, pointing to another record tourism year.

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