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RevitUp to Introduce its Data-powered Hospitality Ecosystem at HOTECH Athens 2020

2020-02-05 by Argophilia Travel News

HOTECH Athens 2020

RevitUp, an innovative performance marketing, and online revenue management service, will introduce its groundbreaking revenue optimization ecosystem at @HOTECH Athens 2020.

Tags: Athens conferences, Athens events, Athens hotels, Balkans hotels, Balkans travel, data powered, Divani Caravel Hotel, Greece hotels, hospitality technology, HOTECH Athens, HOTECH Athens 2020, hotel data, hotel management, hotel technology, hotels, IDeaS, IDeaS Revenue Solutions, Nikos Gkiokas, Revenue Management, Revenue solutions, RevitUP, World hotels

Aegean and Air Nostrum Bid for Croatia Airlines Stake

2019-12-27 by Argophilia Travel News

Croatia Airlines

Aegean Airlines and Spain’s Air Nostrum have submitted non-binding bids for the acquisition of Croatia Airlines.

Tags: Aegean, Aegean Airlines, Air Nostrum, airlines, Balkans travel, Croatia, Croatia Airlines, Croatia tourism, Croatia travel, Europe airlines, Greek airlines

Air Albania to launch flights in September

2018-08-23 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sinan Idrizi

Earlier this month, the Albanian Civil Aviation Authority announced that Air Albania, the national flag carrier airline of the country, will launch flights during the first week of September.

Tags: Air Albania, airline news, Albanian Civil Aviation Authority, Balkans airlines, Balkans travel, flight news, Sinan Idrizi, Turkish Airlines

Turkey Tourism Heads South for March

2012-04-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

GoTurkey.com

In travel news from Turkey, inbound tourism there has taken a hit so far this year as March saw a nearly 10 percent drop over the same period in a year ago. The Tourism Ministry reported just short of one and a half million tourists arriving in March.

Tags: Balkans airlines, Balkans travel, Turkey tourism, Turkey Tourism Ministry, Turkish Airlines. Turkey travel, UK outbound, UK travel

Zabljak – Montenegro’s Most Popular Ski Centre

2011-02-07 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Durmitor

Situated 1,456 meters above sea level, Zabljak is at the center of the Durmitor mountain range. The town is the highest in all the Balkans, and represents the choice destination for travelers seeking the best skiing and snowboarding in the region.

Tags: Balkans skiing, Balkans tourism, Balkans travel, Durmitor, Javorovaca, ski deals, skiing, Stuoc, Tara River, Zabljak

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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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Storms May Develop Over Crete’s Mountains This Afternoon

2026-07-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Crete will enjoy warm sunshine today, but afternoon showers and isolated thunderstorms may develop over the island’s mountainous interior.

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Heraklion Promises Greener Future—Residents Still Waiting to See It

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

The Municipality of Heraklion launched a new planting program in mid-April, claiming it will cover the entire city and surrounding villages.

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Mesara’s 17th Gastronomy Festival Heads to Apoini This July

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

Apoini hosts the 17th Mesara Gastronomy Festival on July 30, celebrating Crete’s European Region of Gastronomy 2026 with local flavors and traditions.

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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