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Tribute Portfolio Adds New Island Perspectives – laïla, Seychelles

2023-03-16 by Argophilia Travel News

laïla, Seychelles

Marriott Bonvoy announces the opening of Iaïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort. Marking the brand’s debut in the Seychelles.

Tags: beach resorts, glamorous resorts, island resorts, laïla, Marriott International, Marriott resorts, Seychelles, Seychelles resorts

Hines Investments Acquires Blue Capsis and Other Crete Resorts

2021-07-16 by Argophilia Travel News

Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort

International investment giant Hines has acquired Out of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort in Crete’s Agia Pelagia for €125.2 million.

Tags: Agia Pelagia, American investments, Apollonia Beach Resort, Apollonia Beach Resort & Spa, beach resorts, Blue Capsis, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Greece hotels, Greece luxury properties, Hines, Hines investments, hosptitality, hotel investing, investing, Jeffrey C. Hines, Out of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort, post-COVID investing, resort investments, Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa

Numo Ierapetra Set to Open on Crete’s South Coast Next Month

2021-06-28 by Phil Butler

Numo Ierapetra

A new hotel is set to open along Crete’s southeastern seaside. Numo Ierapetra will open in July with 132 rooms and suites.

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What are TUI Group’s All-Inclusive Crete Intentions?

2018-09-29 by Phil Butler

Crete

TUI Group has claimed they are supporting Crete becoming a “showpiece for sustainable food on holiday.” Here’s a dissenting view on their statements.

Tags: AI stays, all inclusive, beach resorts, Chania resorts, crete, Crete hotels, Crete sustainability, Crete tourism, Heraklion hotels, resorts, TUI, TUI Group

Apollonia Beach Resort a Top TUI Vegan Destination

2018-03-15 by Phil Butler

Apollonia Resort & Spa

Apollonia Beach Resort, one of Crete’s most stunning  spa hotels, was recently named among the 10 most popular vegan destination, according to a recent report at blog.tui.com.

Tags: Aegeo Spas, Apollonia Beach Resort, beach resorts, Crete beaches, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Sitia hotels, Sitia resorts, spa hotels, TUI, TUI resort, vegan accomadations, vegan resorts, vegan vacations

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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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Drunk Passenger Forces Flight From Newcastle to Heraklion to Divert to Thessaloniki

2026-08-31 By Iorgos Pappas

A Newcastle-to-Heraklion flight was forced into an emergency landing in Thessaloniki after an aggressive 42-year-old British tourist disrupted the cabin.

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Two Flights, Hours of Delays and Chaos at Chania Airport

2026-08-31 By Kostas Raptis

Technical failures and a 5-hour tarmac delay caused cabin panic and police intervention at Chania Airport, leading 25 passengers to abandon their flight.

Myli Gorge

Tourist Rescued After Injury in Mylos Gorge Near Rethymno

2026-08-31 By Iorgos Pappas

Firefighters extracted an injured tourist from Myli Gorge, a lush valley known for its historic abandoned watermills and cave chapels.

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Five Arrested Following Tragic Drowning of 11-Year-Old Polish Tourist in Chania Hotel Pool

2026-08-31 By Manuel Santos

An 11-year-old Polish girl has died after being found unconscious in a hotel pool in Platanias, Chania. Five people have been arrested as the investigation continues.

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Rethymno Offers Free Greek Language Lessons to Migrants

2026-08-31 By Argophilia Travel News

Rethymno is offering free Greek language lessons to migrants, with beginner, advanced and Arabic-speaking classes starting October 13.

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