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A Farewell To Another of the Small Gods of Crete, Nikos Zacharioudakis

Phil Butler

The untimely death of Nikos Zacharioudakis saddens the arts and other communities of the island. Nikos lost his battle with coronavirus.

4 years ago

A Word or Two About Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary and Other Bean Counters

Phil Butler

Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary still thinks sustainable tourism is business as usual.

5 years ago

Expert Viewpoints: Hospitality 2021 and Beyond

Phil Butler

Argophilia Travel News connects with RevitUp’s Business Development Manager Nikos Giokas to get his take on the event, and on the new normal the industry is adapting to.

5 years ago

Actress, Singer, Songwriter Rita Ora Vacations On Corfu

Aleksandr Shatskih

Rita Ora spent part of her summer 2020 vacation on Corfu. TMZ and other celebrity media posted images of the singer/actress living it up in Greece.

5 years ago

Hellenic Cheerleading Federation Gets Public Schools Access

Argophilia Travel News

Cheerleading has now been officially sanctioned as a sport/dance activity in Greek public schools.

5 years ago

An Appeal for Help: Professor Helena Tomas’ Life & Work Must Continue

Phil Butler

Dr. Helena Tomas, one of the world’s foremost archaeologists, needs our help with therapy following a catastrophic illness.

5 years ago

The Playboy King of Instagram Visits Greece – Woo Hoo!

Argophilia Travel News

The “King of Instagram”, Dan Bilzerian is in Greece on a luxury boat crawling with his entourage of beautiful girls. Big deal!

5 years ago

Harry Theoharis Recalls His Youth at Saladi and Spetses

Argophilia Travel News

Greece’s Minister of Tourism recalls bygone days, a simpler time, and family vacations at Saladi Beach and Spetses Island.

5 years ago

Crete’s IQ App Guru Comes Out With “6 Clues” This Time Around

Phil Butler

Crete programmer Fanis Kourtikakis creates another brain-training wonder with “6 Clues” – an app that is hard to put down.

5 years ago

Remembering Princess Diana Visiting Crete Island

Argophilia Travel News

For people here on Crete, the late Princess Diana visiting the island is still a poignant memory of a gentle spirit setting foot on paradise.

6 years ago

Resistance Fighter George Psychoundakis: The Legendary Cretan Runner

Phil Butler

The death of George Psychoundakis at age 85 in Chania marks in bedrock legendary Cretan forthrightness. Here is a part of his epic story.

6 years ago

Capoeira Crete-Cordão de Ouro Offering Yoga Instruction in August

Argophilia Travel News

Coming up in Heraklion throughout August, Capoeira Cordão de Ouro Crete fitness will host Yoga instruction with Polyvios Efraimoglou.

6 years ago

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Google Begins 3D Mapping of Crete to Update Maps and Street View

2026-02-04 By Kostas Raptis

Google will carry out 3D mapping across Crete from February to November 2026 to update Google Maps and Street View, with privacy safeguards in place.

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Local authorities in Crete renew calls for a railway system linked to the new Kastelli airport, sparking debate over feasibility, environment, and long-term impact.

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Crete Celebrates Wild Greens With Hands-On Gastronomy Actions in Chania

2026-02-04 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The Region of Crete launches a series of experiential activities across Chania to celebrate wild edible greens, a core element of Cretan culinary tradition, as part of Gastronomy 2026.

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Carnival of Phaistos Municipality Returns to Tympaki on February 22

2026-02-04 By Argophilia Travel News

The Municipality of Phaistos invites locals and visitors to the Tympaki Carnival on February 22 for a festive parade, music, and celebrations.

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Breaking News: People Actually Want Jobs, and They Showed Up for Them in Heraklion

2026-02-04 By Iorgos Pappas

The Tourism Career Day by kariera.gr in Heraklion attracted record participation, with hundreds of candidates and thousands of interviews, highlighting strong interest in tourism jobs.

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