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Trends Say Americans Guarded Over Travel 2022

2022-06-15 by Phil Butler

Mike Parrish

A new survey by Forbes Advisor says more than half (54%) of summer vacationers polled say the cost of trips is affecting their plans.

Tags: American tourists, Booking.com, CNN, crete, Europe travel, Forbes Advisor, Forty One, Forty One Santorini, Greece 2022, Greece tourism, Greece travel, Mina Agnos, Mykonos, Santo Maris Oia, Santorini, SquareMouth, U.S. Travel Association, US tourists

Tourism Minister Tells CNN He’s Proud Greece Reopened to Tourists

2020-09-04 by Phil Butler

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis says he’s proud of tourism season redux. Citizens not so proud with COVID-19 cases rising.

Tags: CNN, COVID-19 cases, Greece economy, Greece travel, Greek pandemic response, Greek Vacation 2020, Harry Theocharis, Harry Theoharis, Kethimerini, Politico, Richard Quest, tour operators, tourism industry, tourism minister, TUI, Visit Greece

Lookout Greeks: Sustainability Iceberg Right Ahead!

2019-11-24 by Phil Butler

Titanic Hotels

Read on and find out how Greece is about to ram a gigantic sustainability iceberg if business and the public do not wise up.

Tags: all inclusive, ANVR, Blue Bay Travel, Bluesun Hotels and Resorts, Classic Collection Holidays, CNN, GNTO, Greece resorts, Greece tourism, GTP, hotels, Minister Theoharis, resorts, sustainable, sustainable tourism, Tourism Minister Theoharis, Travel Foundation, TUI resorts

CNN Features New Eye On Ukraine Series

2012-07-07 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Eye On Ukraine

CNN will highlight politics, culture, and business in Ukraine in the new series, Eye On Ukraine (a feature in CNN’s international Eye On programming). The new attention comes on the heels of CNN reporter, Max Foster’s coverage of the June 2012 European Football Championship, which took place in Ukraine.

Tags: CNN, Eye On Ukraine, Eye On Ukraine Series, Lviv, Max Foster, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Ukraine, Ukraine culture, UNESCO, World Heritage

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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

Chania Airport flight delays

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.

Heraklion single women outnumber men

Is Heraklion Full of Singles? 43% of Residents Are Unmarried

2026-08-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s population grew nearly 10% since 2001. Census data also show 23,480 one-person households and 43% unmarried residents.

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