Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

Greece events

Kathryn Hunter to Portray Prometheus at Ancient Theater of Epidaurus

2019-07-27 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Prometheus Bound

Kathryn Hunter, will portray Prometheus in the upcoming Stavros Tsakiris production of Aeschylus’ “Prometheus Bound.”

Tags: Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, Athens events, drama, Greece events, Greek drama, Greek plays, Greek theater, Nikitas Tsakiroglou, Prometheus Bound, Stavros Tsakiris, theater

Amazing Cycladic Antiquities Exhibition Hits Greek Isles This Summer

2019-07-09 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Museum of Marble Crafts

An extensive and extremely fascinating series of exhibitions have been organized on the Cyclades islands this summer by the Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities.

Tags: archaeology, Colin Renfrew, Cycladic Antiquities, Cycladic art, Dimitris Athanasoulis, exhibitions, Greece events, Look Opposite Exhibition, Marbles, Tomb of Agia Thekla

The Santorini Experience 2018 in Pictures

2018-10-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Santorini Experience

The much talked about ”Santorini Experience 2018” competition of running and swimming finished off last week on the magnificent Greek island. Competitors and spectators from around the world enjoyed a stellar three day festival of sport and touristic magic. Argo would like to share the magic with you with stunning video and Instagram from Santorini.

Tags: 10k, 5k, Greece athletics, Greece events, Santorini, Santorini events, Santorini Experience, Santorini hotels, Swimming

First Ever SwimRunHydra Runs November 16 Thru 18

2018-10-09 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The first-ever SwimRunHydra will be held from 16 to 18 November on the popular island of Hydra. The event is part of the TRIMORE Multisports TOUR and is co-organised by the Municipality of Hydra and Sailing Club of Hydra.

Tags: Greece events, Hydra, race, running, Sailing Club of Hydra, SwimRunHydra, TRIMORE

Russian Marathoner Wins 9th Psiloritis Race

2018-06-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Dmitrii Usharov

A Siberian runner bests a  throng of competitors to reach the summit (2,456 meters) of Crete’s tallest peak, Psilopritis Mountain (Mt. Ida). In a race event spanning two days, runners from 20 nations competed in a variety of events in celebration of Crete, Minoan, and Greek traditions. The call to “Run in the footsteps of Zeus” was answered by Russian Dmitrii Usharov and many others at the 9th annual Psiloritis Race on Crete. 

Tags: Augustino Paschalidis, Crete culture, Crete events, Crete races, Greece events, Greek races, Manoulis Loukakis, Minoan legends, Minoan rites, Mt. Ida, Psilopritis Mountain, Psiloritis Race, racing, road racing, running, World's Marathons

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • Next Page »

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

Peskesi special

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

Desecration as Policy: Crete Mowed Under for Profiteering

Heraklion grabage

Heraklion Buried in Trash as Workers Call for State of Emergency

Crete faces tension over migrant facilities

Crete Debates Migrant Facilities Amid Safety and Health Concerns

Crete’s stray cats define the island’s streets, but overpopulation raises problems for locals and tourists.

Too Many Cats, Too Little Care

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology banner

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

dream holiday

5 Top Tips for Planning Your Dream Holiday

2025-09-28 By Argophilia Travel News

Discover 5 top tips for planning your dream holiday. From budgeting and timing to hidden gems and stress-free booking, make your trip unforgettable.

Cuvier’s beaked whale

Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

Peskesi special

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

2025-09-25 By Victoria Udrea

In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

Birds of Crete

The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2025 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS