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Tourism Bill Aims to Spur Public and Private Efforts for Development

2021-12-15 by Argophilia Travel News

The springs at Kaiafas

A bill from Greece’s Tourism Ministry will be before the Parliament seeking to spur destination development.

Tags: Greece destinations, Greece developers, Greece development, Greece investment, Greece Tourism Minstry, Greece travel, tourism, Visit Greece, wellness tourism

Toplou Monastery to Get Much Needed Upgrades

2021-10-06 by Argophilia Travel News

Toplou Monastery

According to the Greek Ministry of Development and Investment, Sitia’s Toplou Monastery will receive much needed upgrades.

Tags: crete, Crete churches, Crete history, Crete monastery, Greece development, Panagia Akrotiriani, Toplou Monastery

Greece Gets UNWTO Support for Sustainable Tourism Effort

2020-02-22 by Argophilia Travel News

Kyriakos Mitsotakis

The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) met with the Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism of Greece last week in order to offer the United Nations’ specialized agency’s support for sustainable tourism. Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili was in Athens for discussions with political leaders, as well as high-level representatives from the private sector. The discussions focused on the […]

Tags: European sustainability, Greece development, Greece tourism, Greece tourism market, Greece travel, Harry Theocharis, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Sustainable Greece, tourism, UNWTO, world tourism, Zurab Pololikashvili

Will the Greek Paradise Be Paved Over Like Florida Was?

2019-10-16 by Phil Butler

Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens

In Athens, tourism decision-makers are poised to turn Greece tourism into a Florida clone. Key leaders want investment to double visitors.

Tags: Bank of Greece, Brookings Institute, climate change, environmental concerns, Florida, Fulbright Scholar, Greece, Greece development, Greek tourism, NATO scholar, SETE, sustainable tourism, sustainable travel, Theodore Pelagidis, University of Piraeus, Yiannis Retsos

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Agios Nikolaos Rushes to Save ELTA Branches

2025-11-13 By Iorgos Pappas

Agios Nikolaos steps in to prevent ELTA branch closures in Neapolis and Elounda, offering municipal space as officials warn of impacts on local communities.

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The Last Chestnuts of Crete Are Calling for Help

2025-11-13 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The future of the Cretan chestnut is at risk, as experts warn of genetic loss, aging trees, and the threat of incoming pathogens.

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Mantinada: Where the Heart Sings in Fifteen Syllables

2025-11-13 By Mihaela Lica Butler

A deep exploration of the Cretan mantinada, tracing its history, musical roots, poetic form, and enduring role in island culture through example and tradition.

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Apokoronas Christmas Charity Bazaar Date Announced

2025-11-13 By Arthur Butler

Apokoronas hosts its annual Christmas Charity Bazaar on December 7, 2025, at Vamou’s Indoor Gym.

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Papoura Hill Returns to the Spotlight on Sunday

2025-11-13 By Victoria Udrea

An event to present the identity of the Minoan Monument on Popoura Hill is organized by the Municipality of Minoa Pediada on Sunday, November 16.

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