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German Travel Report Shows Fewer International Trips in 2025 as Costs Rise

2025-12-11 by Ion Bogdan V.

YouGov 2026 report

A new YouGov report reveals shifting travel habits in Germany for 2026, with rising costs, reduced trips abroad, and younger generations still leading international tourism.

Chalet Oberbort in Gstaad Sets a New Global Benchmark for Ultra-Luxury Alpine Living

2025-12-11 by Iorgos Pappas

Chalet Oberbort Gstaad

Unica Capital unveils Chalet Oberbort in Gstaad, the world’s largest private chalet, redefining alpine luxury with immersive design, wellness, and privacy.

Farmers Push Toward Rio–Antirrio Bridge as Volos Port Blockade Winds Down

2025-12-10 by Arthur Butler

Rio–Antirrio Bridge

Farmers attempt to reach the Rio–Antirrio Bridge while clearing the Volos port blockade, demanding answers on delayed aid payments.

Crete Farmers Occupy the Heraklion Airport for 19 Hours

2025-12-09 by Arthur Butler

Crete farmer

Crete farmers staged a 19-hour occupation of Heraklion Airport, protesting subsidy cuts and demanding fair distribution for Natura land.

Tourism Sector Shows Strong Hiring Outlook for 2026

2025-12-09 by Victoria Udrea

tourism sector

New ManpowerGroup data shows strong hiring prospects in Tourism for early 2026, while the Ministry’s plan to reduce ASTER/ASTEK studies to 3 years sparks industry concern.

Souda Port Under Strict Security for Israeli Cruise Passengers

2025-12-09 by Argophilia Travel News

Israeli cruise passengers security

Souda Port saw unprecedented police measures on Tuesday to ensure the safe transit of Israeli cruise passengers.

Tornado Ravages Olive Groves in Zakros

2025-12-09 by Iorgos Pappas

Zakros tornado sky

A sudden tornado in Zakros devastated olive groves, uprooted buildings, and left more than 1,000 trees damaged, with full recovery expected to take up to 15 years.

Farmers Face Off With Police at Heraklion Airport as Protests Escalate Across Greece

2025-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

livestock farmer

Tense scenes outside Heraklion Airport as farmers clash with police during nationwide protests over subsidies and rising costs.

The Reduction of Hospitality Studies from 4 to 3 Years Sparks Backlash in Crete

2025-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

fodele beach hotel crete

Crete warns that cutting ASTE studies undermines tourism training, pushes hotels toward cheap foreign labour, and threatens the sector’s long-term quality and workforce stability.

Mykonos Turns Again to Desalination as Water Demand Surges Ahead of Tourist Season

2025-12-08 by Iorgos Pappas

Mykonos desalination

Mykonos expands desalination capacity with a new unit in Ano Mera, aiming to stabilize water supply ahead of peak tourism.

Heraklion Airport Brought to a Standstill as Farmers Block Both Entrances

2025-12-08 by Kostas Raptis

farmers block access to Heraklion Airport

Farmers escalate protests by blocking both entrances to Heraklion Airport, leaving travelers stranded and causing serious delays across Crete.

The Sorcova Ritual in Romania

2025-12-07 by Victoria Udrea

sorcova

Sorcova is a Romanian New Year custom where children bless adults with decorated basil sticks, mixing humor, folklore, and childhood magic.

Crete Stunned After Deadliest Migrant Shipwreck Near Ierapetra

2025-12-07 by Iorgos Pappas

Deadliest Migrant Shipwreck Near Ierapetra

Ierapetra faced an unprecedented tragedy as 17 young migrants were recovered from a half-sunken vessel south of Crete.

Greece Recorded 2,820 Dog-Bite Cases in 2023 — But the Numbers Tell Only Half the Story

2025-12-06 by Mihaela Lica Butler

a vicious dog

Greece recorded 2,820 dog-bite incidents in 2023, with most cases involving avoidable mistakes. Argophilia explains why prevention begins with humans, not dogs.

Kitharida Lights a Tree This Year… Since the Christmas Boat Wouldn’t Fit in the Square

2025-12-06 by Manuel Santos

Christmas tree classic

Kitharida celebrates the season with a Christmas tree lighting — on an island where boats, not fir trees, are the real tradition.

Travel Advisory: Crete Begins Farmer Protests With Road and Airport Disruptions

2025-12-06 by Iorgos Pappas

farmer mobilisations begin in Crete

Major farmer mobilisations begin in Crete, including a rally at Pankritio Stadium and planned disruptions at Chania Airport and VOAK. Travellers advised to monitor routes.

Hersonissos Aims to Become National Model with New Energy Community Initiative

2025-12-06 by Kostas Raptis

hersonissos energy reform

The Municipality of Hersonissos presents its new Energy Community, aiming for clean power, lower costs, and support for vulnerable households.

Heraklion Airport Hits 10 Million Passengers Despite Filthy Toilets and Endless Delays for New Terminal

2025-12-06 by Kostas Raptis

Heraklion Airport

Heraklion Airport closes in on 10 million passengers for 2025, while travellers report filthy toilets, overcrowding, and slow progress on the new Kasteli Airport.

The 2,400-Year-Old Platanos of Krasi Is in Danger

2025-12-06 by Victoria Udrea

Plane tree of Krasi

Europe’s oldest plane tree suffers catastrophic decline as authorities delay action; Argophilia has reported the issue since March 2024.

Crete’s Ports on High Alert as Dangerous Weather Approaches

2025-12-06 by Manuel Santos

severe weather Crete

Heraklion and Rethymno port authorities issue warnings and activate full readiness as severe weather approaches Crete.

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Crete Farmers Occupy the Heraklion Airport for 19 Hours

2025-12-09 By Arthur Butler

Crete farmers staged a 19-hour occupation of Heraklion Airport, protesting subsidy cuts and demanding fair distribution for Natura land.

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Souda Port Under Strict Security for Israeli Cruise Passengers

2025-12-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Souda Port saw unprecedented police measures on Tuesday to ensure the safe transit of Israeli cruise passengers.

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Tornado Ravages Olive Groves in Zakros

2025-12-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A sudden tornado in Zakros devastated olive groves, uprooted buildings, and left more than 1,000 trees damaged, with full recovery expected to take up to 15 years.

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Farmers Face Off With Police at Heraklion Airport as Protests Escalate Across Greece

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Tense scenes outside Heraklion Airport as farmers clash with police during nationwide protests over subsidies and rising costs.

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The Reduction of Hospitality Studies from 4 to 3 Years Sparks Backlash in Crete

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete warns that cutting ASTE studies undermines tourism training, pushes hotels toward cheap foreign labour, and threatens the sector’s long-term quality and workforce stability.

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