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Europe Finds a Sweeter Future in Carob Not Cocoa

Victoria Udrea

Drought-proof, local, and ethical, carob offers Europe a homegrown alternative to cocoa.

2 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 […]

2 months ago

Christmas Flavours in Crete

Victoria Udrea

Bay leaves, cloves, and the scent of rain — a Cretan kitchen remembers Christmas as more than a feast, but a slow, fragrant prayer in winter.

2 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 […]

2 months ago

Garlic, the Friend Nobody Invites to Dinner

Victoria Udrea

Garlic is loved, feared, and used for everything from healing to superstition — but rarely eaten.

2 months ago

Authentic Cretan Snail Recipe — Boubouristoi With Rosemary and Vinegar

Victoria Udrea

When the first rain falls on Crete, the snails come out — and so do the villagers. It is an old rhythm, older than recipes. The word “boubouristoi” comes from the sound the snails make in the hot pan — “bouboura,” the soft bubbling of life turning into flavor. This simple, earthy dish is the […]

2 months ago

Wizz Air Launches Larnaca–Bratislava Flights from January 2026

Kostas Raptis

Wizz Air will connect Larnaca and Bratislava with three weekly flights starting January 12, 2026, expanding its Cyprus network and offering new travel options to Central Europe.

2 months ago

Americans Are Trading Luxury for Meaning

Manuel Santos

The October 2025 “State of the American Traveler” report reveals U.S. tourists shifting from luxury to authentic, wellness-focused, and event-based travel — despite economic fatigue.

2 months ago

What to Do With Old Towels

Arthur Butler

Old towels never go to waste in Crete. From cleaning cloths and pet beds to beauty scrubs and lavender sachets, they prove that comfort can last forever.

3 months ago

Smart Ways to Organize Business Expenses in Small Firms

Arthur Butler

10 practical ways to digitize receipts, automate tracking, and review spending so your small business can cut costs, speed reimbursements, and stay audit-ready.

3 months ago

Pears, the Golden Fruit of Quiet Summers

Arthur Butler

Explore Greece’s beloved pears: their varieties, health benefits, and how they transform both sweet and savory dishes.

3 months ago

October Flights to Greece Rise 5.3%

Kostas Raptis

Airdata Tracker by INSETE shows a 5.3% increase in international flight seats to Greece in October 2025, signaling a longer tourist season.

3 months ago

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Advantage, Youth hosts a free charity tennis tournament for children in Rethymno on March 1 at Baseline Sports Club, with prizes, meals, and training support.

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Travel Guard ranks Crete #1 for U.S. budget-travel search growth for 2026 (180%), ahead of Kathmandu and Cappadocia.

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Heraklion Airport Runway Partly Shuts Down for a Week

2026-01-18 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion Airport’s main runway will be closed from January 19 (08:00) to January 26 (07:00) for upgrades. Flights use the secondary runway, subject to restrictions.

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2026-01-18 By Iorgos Pappas

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Three Days of Cretan Food at the Gastronomy Village in Gouves

2026-01-18 By Victoria Udrea

Gastronomy Village runs February 6–8 at DEKK Gouves in Heraklion, focusing on Cretan cuisine, hotel gastronomy, tastings, and talks.

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