Europe

Greece Leads Europe in Flattening COVID-19 Curve [Video]

2020-04-20 by Delia Gavrilescu

Greece has the best results in Europe in terms of flattening the curve for the number of confirmed coronavirus cases.

If Schengen Borders Go Up, Billions Will Be Lost

2016-03-02 by Phil Butler

According to news from various sources, the 26-country Schengen area could suffer a huge blow to its tourism sector stemming from the migrant crisis. Border formalities once eliminated to facilitate ease of travel, may soon be re-instituted if the crisis persists. Some experts fear, if the Schengen zone goes, the EU won’t be far behind.

What’s sexy chic in Europe via Fotolia

2014-11-17 by Rhett Butler

We use Fotolia for a great many post images here on Argophilia. So today, we thought we’d bring readers some of them most beautiful and interesting ones we’ve found. Please feel free to suggest your own from the image bank at Fotolia too.

Secret hot spots of Europe yet to be discovered

2014-11-10 by William Taylor

Paris and Venice are wonderful, but such popular European cities are often thronged with crowds of tourists. If you want a more authentic experience, without feeling like you’re surrounded by a horde of visitors, check out these secret European hot spots. You’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden gem.

Belarus and Slovenia talk closer economic ties

2014-10-22 by Phil Butler

Belarus and Slovenia have begun talks to establish a Minsk-Ljubljana air service. The topic, raised in the 4th session of the Belarusian-Slovenian intergovernmental commission on trade, economic and sci-tech cooperation, could mean a bilateral agreement soon.

A Look at Crimea and Ukraine in a European Time Capsule

2014-09-01 by Liliana Steffens

To better understand eastern Europe, one has to understand how the whole continent of Europe developed over the centuries. As the world watches events in Crimea and Ukraine develop today, it’s important that we understand the nature of conflict and society, and of borders.

EU Launches New Business Avenues into Southeast Asia

2014-05-10 by Delia Gavrilescu

The EU this week announced a pilot program, New Business Avenues into Southeast Asia for European SMEs in the Southeast Asian region via a hub in Singapore. According to the SingaporeCompanyIncorporation.sg, a leading Singapore incorporation portal, the new office hub there in Singapore makes strategic sense.

Discovering Budapest, Europe’s Top Budget Travel Destination

2013-12-04 by Argo Contributor

The city has everything from naturally occurring hot springs, to enormous ornate buildings, the beauty of the Danube and a thriving night scene.

For Driving in Europe, What Are the Laws? [infographic]

2013-02-18 by Rhett Butler

Europe is a wonder that should be enjoyed at one’s own pace, and some suggest auto tourism is the absolute best way to enjoy its charms. But what are the hurdles to overcome when considering visiting places in Europe by car?

Europe Celebrates European 112 Day

2013-02-11 by Violeta-Loredana Pascal

112 is the emergency number all over the EU, and today is the European 112 Day 2013, celebrated on 11 February every year since 2009. The pan-European emergency number 112 was created in 1991 and starting 2008 it is the only emergency number that can be used free of charge from any landline to reach the emergency services in any EU country.