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Best of Greece Unveiled at 25th World Travel Awards

2018-07-05 by Argophilia Travel News

WTA Athens

Greece’s best hotels, resorts, destinations, airlines, travel agencies, and organizations were awarded in the 25th World Travel Awards (WTA).

Tags: Greece, Greece tourism, Greece travel, Greek hotels, World Travel Awards, WTA

Five Crete Postcard Vacation Stays for 2018

2018-05-04 by Phil Butler

Anemos Luxury Grand Resort

Just last week I was driving the family back to Heraklion from a visit to Melidoni Cave in Rethymno Prefecture when I realized that we live inside a picture postcard here on Crete. The word “fabulous” does not begin to describe the beauty of this place and its people. And for vacationers looking for that ideal “bucket list” destination.

Tags: Anemos, Anemos Luxury Grand Resor, Anemos Resort, Blue Bay Resort, Cretan Sea, Crete 2018, Crete beaches, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Crete stays, Crete vacations, Great Hotels, Greece, Greek hotels, Ostria Resort, Ostria Resort & Spa, Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa, The Blue Bay Resort Hotel, The unparalleled view from Marin Dream - Courtesy the hotel The Marin Dream Hotel, Visit Greece

EyeWide Digital Marketing Wins Big At the Greek Hospitality Awards 2018

2018-02-26 by Phil Butler

EyeWide

EyeWide Digital Marketing participated in three categories at the 2018 Greek Hospitality Awards, and was distinguished in all at the Greek winning one Gold and two Silver awards.

Tags: awards events, e-Travel Technologies, Ethos Evernts, EyeWide Digital Marketing, Google Premier Partner, Greece hotels, Greek Hospitality Awards 2018, Greek hotels, hotel marketing, hotel PR, hotel promotion, Lefteris Trihakis, Minas Liapakis, travel awards, XPHMA Magazine

Aegean Islands Sinking Under EU Tax Burden

2018-01-31 by Phil Butler

News from GTP this week tells of Aegean islands about to sink under heavy taxation that appears to be a punishment levied by the EU.

Tags: Aegean, Aegean islands, Greece, Greece hotels, Greece tourism, Greek hotels, Greek taxes

Aegean Airlines Steps Up Rewards and Partnerships

2017-07-12 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Aegean Airlines

In news from Aegean Airlines Europe’s best regional carrier expanded a codeshare agreement with EgyptAir to offer new routes and enable passengers to enjoy enhanced connectivity from Cairo International Airport and Athens International Airport. Also from Aegean, a partner program with award winning Grace Hotels promises clients added value and experiences.

Tags: Aegean Airlines, airlines, Egyptair, Grace Hotels, Greece travel, Greek airlines, Greek hotels, hotels, Summer deals

Myconian Kyma Opens May 1st

2017-02-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Myconian Kyma set to open

Coming May 1 2017, Myconian Kyma is a new Design Hotels masterpiece on the island of Mykonos. The 52-room, 29-suite property is a luxurious and secluded retreat, just steps from Mykonos Town.

Tags: Aegean Maritime Museum, design hotels, Greek hotels, Myconian Kyma, Mykonos, Mykonos vacations

Stays in Paradise: Hotel Porto Antico in Chania

2017-02-01 by Phil Butler

Hotel Porto Antico

As part of Argo News’ ongoing efforts of discovery, here’s a look at what may be the perfect city stay in all Greece, Hotel Porto Antico in Chania’s old city.

Tags: Chania, Chania hotels, Crete vacations, Greece, Greek hotels, Porto Antico Hotel, Visit Greece

Five Superb Hotels for Your Crete Getaway

2013-04-04 by Phil Butler

If Winter weather has you ready for fun in the sun what better value is there than Crete? The land of the Minoans is possessed not only of one of the world’s healthiest climates, but aquamarine seas and cultural events, ancient history, and best of all the friendliest people anywhere. Add in some luxury treatment and the best seaside values one can imagine, and you have a vacation option fit for any fantasy getaway notion.

Tags: crete, Crete holidays, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Greece tourism, Greek hotels, Med hotels

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Heraklion’s Sudden Real Estate Rush Over the Old Airport Land

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

Diving into the hilarious scramble as Heraklion officials dust off 1932 deeds to claim a 32.4% stake in the aging Nikos Kazantzakis airport site.

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A Six-Kilo Giant Mushroom Has Been Found in the Cretan Countryside

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Following heavy autumn rains, a massive 6-kilogram wild oyster mushroom has been discovered in rural Crete, highlighting the island’s rich agritourism bounty.

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OAK Employees Defend Flood Operations in Lasithi Plateau Following Record Rains

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

As torrential autumn storms reshape Crete’s landscape, severe flooding in the Lasithi Plateau has sparked intense debate over water management, infrastructure readiness, and rural protection. After widespread criticism of flooded farmlands and damaged crops across the highland plateau, the OAK Employee Union stepped in to defend regional infrastructure operations. According to hydrological data the union […]

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Teachers to Strike in Heraklion on October 21

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

A teacher strike rally at Eleftheria Square in Heraklion on October 21 will cause traffic delays for visitors navigating the city center.

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Firefighters Rescue Trapped Dog From Natural Well in Sitanos

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters in Sitia successfully rescued a dog trapped in a deep natural well in Sitanos, earning warm praise from the grateful owner.

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