Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

EU Tourism’s Bumpy Road to Sustainability

2025-01-28 by Victoria Udrea

sustainable tourism strategies AI illustration

At Davos, EU Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas discussed sustainable tourism strategies supporting businesses and tackling housing, climate, and innovation challenges.

Avalanche Training in Crete? Wait, Don’t They Just Have Beaches?

2025-01-28 by Manuel Santos

Avalanche training article AI illustration

Avalanche training by the Hellenic Rescue Team and ANENA, February 7-9 on Psiloritis for skiers, climbers, and winter sports enthusiasts.

Heraklion Gets a New €50M Waste Treatment Plant

2025-01-28 by Victoria Udrea

Heraklion is transforming waste management with a €50M Waste Treatment Plant, embracing sustainability and a circular economy.

Heraklion is transforming waste management with a €50M Waste Treatment Plant, embracing sustainability and a circular economy.

Thessaloniki Gears Up for Celebrity Infinity

2025-01-28 by Kostas Raptis

Celebrity Infinity

Celebrity Infinity arrives in Thessaloniki on February 4 for an overnight stay and connects tourism to the city’s culture and economy.

Greece Has a Million Problems, But Archaeological Site Security Won’t Be One

2025-01-28 by Mihaela Lica Butler

improved safety measures at major archaeological sites

Greek Ministry of Culture announced improved safety measures at major archaeological sites like Olympia, Delphi, and Knossos.

Green Tourism in Greece: The Future or Just a Trendy Buzzword?

2025-01-28 by Manuel Santos

Green Tourism in Greece AI illustration

Greece’s Tourism Minister, Olga Kefalogianni, highlights new initiatives that combine environmental protection with tourism growth.

Hersonissos Demolitions Begin to Eradicate Illegal Beachfront Tavernas

2025-01-28 by Iorgos Pappas

Hersonissos Demolitions

Eleven illegal structures tied to restaurants in Hersonissos face demolition by April 2025. Changes aim to enhance coastal beauty for tourists.

Extending the Tourist Season in Greece is Becoming the New Normal

2025-01-28 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Extending the Tourist Season illustration

Olga Kefalogianni explains Greece’s strategy for extending the tourist season and breaking revenue and arrival records in 2024.

Hike to the Summit of Spathi – No Pain, No Gain

2025-01-28 by Manuel Santos

Spathi Peak hike

Join a daring hike to Spathi Peak, the highest point in the Dikti mountains with EOS Heraklion. What to expect: 14km, 9 hour-hike.

Dust Off Your Costume: Cyprus Carnival Is Back

2025-01-28 by Iorgos Pappas

Cyprus Carnival

Cyprus Carnival is back to turn a quiet Mediterranean island into a brightly lit whirlwind of celebration.

Istanbul Airport Is Europe’s Busiest Airport 3 Years in a Row

2025-01-28 by Kostas Raptis

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport became Europe’s busiest airport for the third year in 2024, with Turkish Airlines and Turkey’s aviation industry excelling.

Taste the Wines of Crete at OiNotika Cretan Wine Fair

2025-01-27 by Argophilia Travel News

OiNotika Cretan Wine Fair

OiNotika Cretan Wine Fair on February 1-3, 2025, at DEKK will feature wine tasting workshops for wine enthusiasts and industry professionals.

Aenaon Metropolitan Park Will Transform the Athenian Riviera

2025-01-27 by Manuel Santos

Aenaon Metropolitan Park

Aenaon Metropolitan Park in the Faliro Bay promises to redefine urban green spaces. Opening in 2028, it will offer recreation, culture, and nature by the Athens Riviera.

KEDE: Cycling Tourism Takes Center Stage

2025-01-27 by Argophilia Travel News

cycling tourism KEDE conference

KEDE’s upcoming conference on January 28, 2025, will focus on cycling tourism and Greece’s EuroVelo routes.

Creta Maris Resort Celebrates 50 Years of Philoxenia

2025-01-27 by Victoria Udrea

Creta Maris Resort

Creta Maris Resort celebrates 50 years of Cretan hospitality in 2025 with events, upgrades, and timeless traditions for guests.

Neos Voustasios: A Royal Agricultural Museum at Tatoi, Opening 2025

2025-01-27 by Iorgos Pappas

The New Voustasio on the former royal estate

Neos Voustasios at Tatoi Estate will open as a museum showcasing royal agriculture, vintage cars, and restored tools, in 2025.

Regional Government’s Commitment to Connecting Kissamos to Sitia

2025-01-27 by Argophilia Travel News

VOAK map.

Local leaders from the Region of Crete pledged to fund VOAK plans if the government’s budget doesn’t cover them.

How to Buy a Bakery and Turn It Into a Tourist Hotspot

2025-01-27 by Victoria Udrea

how to buy a bakery

Learn how to buy a bakery and transform it into a local favorite for tourists. Practical tips to ensure success.

Athens-Los Angeles Connection Announced for 2025 by Norse Atlantic

2025-01-27 by Victoria Udrea

Athens-Los Angeles connection

New Athens-Los Angeles connection launching in 2025 by Norse Atlantic. This direct route strengthens Greece’s ties to the U.S. West Coast.

Athens-Shanghai Twinning Agreement Signed by Mayors Haris Doukas and Zheng Gong

2025-01-27 by Argophilia Travel News

Athens-Shanghai twinning

Shanghai Mayor Zheng Gong and Athens Mayor Haris Doukas sign the Athens-Shanghai Twinning Agreement, strengthening ties in tourism, culture, business, education, and sustainability.

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 126
  • 127
  • 128
  • 129
  • 130
  • …
  • 488
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

Morosini Fountain enclosed

Morosini Fountain Fenced Off for Restoration Work

ARCHELON Sea Turtle Beach Walk

ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk Promotes Mindful Beach Tourism

In Search of the Perfect Crete Retreat

Crete Security Boost

Crete Gets Security Boost as Minister Rejects Violence Stereotypes

Hersonissos road repairs

Hersonissos Signs €560,000 Infrastructure Contract to Repair 2020 Storm Damage

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology banner

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

Celestial Journey Agios Nikolaos

Celestyal Journey Anchors in Agios Nikolaos, Adding 16 Cruising Dates to Lasithi Lineup

2026-06-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The luxury cruise ship Celestyal Journey brings 1,200 passengers per visit to Agios Nikolaos, locking in 16 upcoming arrivals for the Lasithi port.

Dafnes Wine Festival Liatiko wine AI illustration

Dafnes Prepares for Its 50th Wine Festival Anniversary

2026-06-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The legendary Dafnes Wine Festival marks its 50th anniversary from June 26 to July 5 with ten nights of premium Cretan music, food, and local Liatiko wine.

Chania electric scooters sidewalk parking fines

Police Removed 30 Abandoned Rental e-Scooters from Chania’s City Center

2026-06-17 By Manuel Santos

Days after a massive police sweep cleared Chania’s sidewalks of abandoned electric scooters, fleets return as companies exploit cheap municipal fine loopholes.

India Looks at Crete AI illustration

Crete Tourist Campaign Targets Billion-Dollar Indian Luxury and Wedding Market

2026-06-17 By Victoria Udrea

All four regions of Crete unite to host top Indian tour operators in a major strategic push targeting destination weddings, yachting, and premium travel.

Morosini Fountain enclosed

Morosini Fountain Fenced Off for Restoration Work

2026-06-17 By Iorgos Pappas

A massive backlash hits Heraklion as authorities cage the iconic Lions Fountain for maintenance during peak tourist season.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS