Chinese investors will invest €270 million euros ($294 million) to construct Sofia, Bulgaria’s new cargo airport, and to develop a new luxury resort. While the specific investors have not been named, Sofia’s Mane Capital AD is involved in advising on the deal.
Six Delightful Eastern European Cities to Visit with Children
Eastern European cities are fascinating for all ages, but these particular six will enchant young visitors. Discover them with Argophilia.
Among the People of Russia: Vitaly Vakhrushev
We met the man in the Summer of 2016. We noticed him every time we passed the city center on business. In the evenings he was always there, this good-natured 70-year-old, always, always smiling. On our first meeting I stopped just to say hello, this is when I learned his name is Valentin.
Tourism Expo in Olomouc Celebrates Its 22nd Edition
The Tourism Expo in Olomouc celebrates its 22nd edition in 2017. The exhibition takes place at Flora Olomouc Exhibition Grounds on February 10-11.
Moscow Winters Past and Present
Winter. It is the season when thousands of beach-loving Russians head to the tropics to escape the greyness and what seems like the never-ending cold. I, however, enjoy the fleeting magic of the white kingdom where every day is different and when you can stay comfortably wrapped in a woolen plaid and sip hot tea watching the snowflakes twirl outside the window like elegant ballerinas.
Vacation Under Apano Meria’s Mesmeric Skies
“It’s spectacular,” someone exclaims somewhere in the distance, and I am lost for words. Spectacular doesn’t even begin to describe what I see. The magic of Apano Meria rendered me silent, and all I can do is stare at that unbelievable sky as it touches the Aegean at the horizon with fiery reds and purples […]
Tomb Echoing Alexander’s Wealth Opened in Thessaloniki
A fascinating Macedonia tomb dated between the late 4th and early 3rd century BC has been restored and opened to the public in Thessaloniki. The tomb is representative of the massive wealth that poured into Macedonia after Alexander the Great’s conquests eastward.
Greece Too Big a Bargain According to Bank of Greece
Greece’s tourism revenues for 2016 slumped below those of 2015 and 2014 according to figures from the Bank of Greece. Traveler spending dropped by double digits, which accounted for the losses even amidst stellar tourist arrivals.
Emirates Airlines Offering Daily Dubai-Athens-Newark Service
Emirates Airlines has announced the launch of daily service starting March 12 from Dubai to Newark Liberty International Airport, via Athens. starting on 12 March 2017.
Flight Centre NZ Reports Increased Interest for Eastern Europe Travel
Earlier this month, Flight Centre NZ reported an increased interested for far off destinations for travelers from New Zealand.
Budapest’s Mangalica Festival Is the Foodie Event of February
Mangalica Festival in Budapest celebrates this February 10-12, 2017 its 10th edition at Szabadság tér.
Argophilia Travel News Launches 2017 Spring Travel Writing Contest
Due to a lack of qualifying entries, the competition has been canceled. Refunds were issued to all participants. The 2017 Spring Travel Writing Contest is the first-ever contest of its kind organized by Argophilia Travel News. Its purpose is to encourage creativity and discovery and to promote this part of the world to broad audiences, […]
How PR Fits into Hotel Operations: Part of the Root or a Branch?
PR is an imperative tool to generate guest satisfaction and good will for the hotel.
Valentine’s Day at Hotel Alpin Poiana Brasov
For a romantic Valentine’s Day in Romania, check out the special offer by Hotel Alpin Poiana Brasov. Prices start at as low as 45 €/person.
A Window Into the Russian Soul: An Epiphany 2017
“Where are we going to?” I asked my brother this morning, as he was driving in an unknown direction with a cheeky grin on his face. When no reply seemed imminent I asked; “Are you going to tell me?” Finally his response was; “To wash off our sins in the Volga”.
Macedonia Experience Will Show You the Country’s Hidden Gems
Macedonia Experience is a travel agency in the Republic of Macedonia. They offer Jeep safaris, horseback riding, caving, diving, paragliding, and tours.
Worldhotels Expands Adding Six New Hotels
Worldhotels has just announced having expanded is global portfolio of hotels with the addition of six properties across three continents. The new hotels join Worldhotels other stays in providing authentic guest experiences for both leisure and business travelers.
Plateno Group Premiers 7 Days Premium Hotel in Vienna in 2017
China’s biggest hotel player, Plateno Group has just announced its third 7 Days Premium Hotel in Austria. After having already launched budget hotels in Linz and Salzburg, the hotel group now ventures into the intermediate space with a 95 contemporary-chic rooms and 20 apartments enjoys a strategic location in the south of Vienna.
Chinese Hotel Giant Jin Jiang Acquires Sarovar Hotels & Resorts
Louvre Hotels Group, a wholly owned hospitality vertical of Jin Jiang International, and Sarovar Hotels & Resorts of India have made a joint announcement of a merger. No monetary details of the deals have been announced, but spokesmen of both the companies announced Louvre Hotels will have a commanding majority stake in Sarovar Hotels & Resorts.
Valentine’s Day at Sheraton Tirana Hotel
For those who are in Albania this Valentine’s Day, the Sheraton Tirana Hotel offers a special package with luxury accommodation and other perks.
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