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Freshwater “Miracles” of Crete Island

2022-12-21 by Marcus Hinfelaar

Kourtaliotis Waterfall Cretan Beaches

Crete is often thought of as a beach destination, but there are many miraculous freshwater phenomena to be found in the south of the island.

Tags: Agia Galini, Ancient Gortyn, Cretan wonders, crete, Crete aquifers, Crete springs, Gortys, healing waters, Kourtaliotis Waterfall, Preveli Beach, Spili, Spili springs, Spili Village, Zaros

A Magnificent Crete Journey to Bunga Bunga – No Less

2020-06-11 by Phil Butler

Mihaela Lica Butler

A trip to find a beach cafe called “Bunga Bunga” leads to other Crete discoveries in Summer 2020.

Tags: Agia Galini, beach bars, Bunga Bunga, Crete beaches, Giorgos Restaurant, Giorgos Taverna, Gulf of Mesara, Kalamaki Beach, Kalamaki Village, Kokkinos Pyrgos, Kommos Beach, Kommos Palace, Mesara, Typmpaki

Cretelia Festival 2019 Set for 16 Through 22 September

2019-08-08 by Phil Butler

Cretelia Festival 2019

The Cretelia Festival 2019 running from 16 to 22 September, will feature a roster of international DJs performing in the South of Crete.

Tags: Agia Galini, Crete festivals, Cretelia Festival 2019, DJ Frank Koopmann, DJ Motte, DJ Wolf Kolster, Ferry Ultra, hippie caves, Karibu Bar, Kokkinos Pyrgos, Kommos Beach, matala, Matala Beach, Matala hippies, Mona Seebohm, Paul Kestermann, Red Beach

Island Eco Ferries and ANENDYK Cooperate for Gavdos Island Bookings

2019-08-07 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sarakiniko Beach on Gavdos

Island Eco Ferries Ltd. has announced a cooperation with shipping company ANENDYK for eSales of passenger tickets to Gavdos.

Tags: Agia Galini, ANENDYK, Calypso Island, Crete attractions, Crete Ferries, Gavdos Beaches, Gavdos Day Cruise, Gavdos Island, Island Eco Ferries Ltd., Plakias

Ancient Destinations Crete: The City-State of Sivritos

2018-02-18 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Thronos Crete

Situated in the tiny village of Thronos, atop the hill of Kefala, Ancient Sivritos in the prefecture of Rethymno was once one of Crete’s most influential independent cities. Like the famous cities of Axos, Lappa, and Eleftherna, the city held unique importance.

Tags: Agia Galini, Ancient Greece, Ancient Sivritos, Eleftherna, Greece, Greek sites, Minoan cities, Minoan sites, Minoan towns, Rethymno, Sivritos, Sybrita, Thrónos

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Featured Stories

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Agios Nikolaos to Award 2026 Lifeguard Contract in Mid-August

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Investigation Launched into Alleged Killing of Protected Kri-Kri Goat in Samaria National Park

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Great News, Chania! The Municipal Market Reopening Is Only Four Years Behind Schedule

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Hersonissos Warns New Tourism Planning Rules Could Hurt Crete’s Future

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Five Years On, Arkalochori Earthquake Survivors Still Await Recovery

Why We Embrace AI

At Argophilia, we believe in using every tool at our disposal to bring you the stories that matter. You may notice a certain precision in our data analysis, a specific flair in our visuals, or a rapid turnaround on complex topics. That is no accident—it is the result of our rampant use of artificial intelligence.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

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Crete Considers Reservation System to Protect Balos, Elafonisi, and Falasarna

2026-08-10 By Kostas Raptis

Crete is considering an online reservation system for Balos, Elafonisi, and Falasarna to protect their fragile Natura 2000 ecosystems.

Vultures

More Than 20 Young Vultures Rescued Across Crete

2026-08-10 By Victoria Udrea

ANIMA rescues over 20 exhausted young Griffon Vultures from Crete, providing fluid therapy and surgery to save the island’s vulnerable raptor population.

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Heraklion Opposition Demands Answers After Sewage Spill Near Koules Fortress

2026-08-10 By Arthur Butler

Following Cretalive’s report of a sewage spill near Koules Fortress, Heraklion’s opposition is demanding answers, repairs, and a clear timetable.

Kavros lifeguards

Dramatic Kavros Rescue Highlights Vital Need for Cretan Lifeguards

2026-08-10 By Manuel Santos

Three lifeguards braved heavy swells to rescue a woman dragged away by strong currents in Kavros, Chania

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Agios Nikolaos to Award 2026 Lifeguard Contract in Mid-August

2026-08-10 By Manuel Santos

Agios Nikolaos will award its 2026 beach lifeguard contract on August 11, prompting questions about why the process is concluding during peak summer.

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