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A Luxurious Villa in Apokoronas Offers Stunning Views and More

2023-06-22 by Phil Butler

Luxury villa overlooking Souda Bay

A luxurious 259 sqm seafront villa in Plaka Village, Apokoronas, Crete lists for only €1.2M, and offers unbelievable views of Souda Bay.

Tags: Almyrida, Apokoronas, Chania property, Crete luxury villas, Crete Real Estate, Crete villas, Greece villas, Kalyves, luxury real estate, Souda Bay, Vamos

Kalamaki Beach Property Offers Unique Value Proposition

2023-06-12 by Phil Butler

Kalamaki Beach

A stunning villa on the front beach at Kalamaki, offers space, amazing views of the Gulf of Mesara, and every convenience.

Tags: Crete Real Estate, Crete villas, Greece villas, Kalamaki, Kalamaki Beach, luxury villas, matala, real estate, South Crete, Tympaki

Five Unforgettable Greece Rentals from Sotheby’s

2023-06-03 by Phil Butler

Ella Villa on Crete

A selection of amazing holiday rentals from Sotheby’s International Realty Greece. Now is the time to book the family vacation in Greece.

Tags: Crete vacation, Crete villas, Daedaulus, Ella Villa Crete, Europe luxury villas, European real estate, Greece real estate, Greece rentals, Greece villa, Greece villas, Sotheby's, vacation villas

Hydra’s Fabulous Onos Residence Opens for Summer 2021

2021-06-21 by Phil Butler

Onos Residence

One of Greece’s most fascinating traditional stone villas, Onos Residence is now welcoming guests to Hydra Island.

Tags: Greece stays, Greece villas, Hydra, Hydra homes, Hydra villas, luxury stays, Onos Residence, Saronic Gulf, traditional Greek, vacation villas, villas for rent

Milos’ Eiriana Luxury Suites Opens With New Protocols June 20th

2020-06-04 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Milos Island

Eiriana Luxury Suites on the Greek island of Milos has introduced new procedures intended to ensure guests of a worry-free stay.

Tags: Anna Karamitsou, coronavirus Greece, Greece hotels, Greece vacation, Greece villas, Greek Isles, Milos, Milos Island, Milos vacation, Milos villas

A New Definition of “Luxury” Waits on Incredible Crete

2019-08-14 by Phil Butler

Beach House Arvi

Crete is more than a Mykonos wanna be, the island paradise is a real alternative experience well suited to the luxury travel segment.

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EuropeToo & Other Greek Hospitality Offers

2016-04-10 by Phil Butler

Vagelis Villa overlooking the sea at Kissamos, Crete

A new selection of Greek luxury villas is now being offered by EuropeToo, a member of the IsramWorld portfolio. Visitors to the Greek islands of Crete, Santorini, Mykonos and Paros may now enjoy a wider range of luxurious accommodations for the upcoming tourism season.

Tags: Chania, crete, EuropeToo, Greece villas, Grotto Homes, Kissamos, Metochi Villas, Nanakis Beach Apartments, VanGos Tsourlakis

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Featured Stories

Municipal Market of Chania April 26 2026

Great News, Chania! The Municipal Market Reopening Is Only Four Years Behind Schedule

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Arkalochori Earthquake Survivors Await Recovery INZEB study

Five Years On, Arkalochori Earthquake Survivors Still Await Recovery

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

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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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Arvi’s Banana Festival Returns from 7 to 9 August

2026-07-25 By Argophilia Travel News

The 8th Arvi Banana Festival returns to southern Crete from August 7–9, 2026, with live music, theater, family entertainment, and Cretan hospitality.

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Heraklion Plans 20-Bed Support Center as Housing Shortage Strains Social Services

2026-07-25 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The Municipality of Heraklion is planning a new 20-bed support center for vulnerable residents, acknowledging that the city’s biggest challenge isn’t visible homelessness, but finding affordable housing for people who need a fresh start.

Municipal Market of Chania April 26 2026

Great News, Chania! The Municipal Market Reopening Is Only Four Years Behind Schedule

2026-07-25 By Arthur Butler

Chania completes tenant auctions for the historic Agora, targeting a December 4, 2026 grand reopening with a focus on local Cretan products.

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Heraklion Municipal Gyms Offer Affordable Fitness Across Two Modern Facilities

2026-07-25 By Manuel Santos

Heraklion Municipality opens modern fitness facilities at Pagkritio Stadium and Pateles for €30/month with full disability access.

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Summer Downpour Takes Heraklion by Surprise

2026-07-25 By Argophilia Travel News

Unseasonable summer rain surprises Heraklion as EMY issues weather warnings across Greece for lightning, hail, and squalls.

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