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Status Update: Predictive Analytics for Hotels

2015-10-12 by Phil Butler

What’s the one question every hotel owner, director, and revenue manager on Earth wants to ask about Big Data and predictive analytics? “Where’s the proof?” This is what’s missing from every conference presentation, and ever marketing pitch for tech tools that will jump start the new business intelligence (BI). For those in need of such […]

Tags: analytics, Big Data, Disney, Forrester, hotels, Hyatt, IBM, Infographic, Marriott, Martin Soler, predictive analytics, SnapShot

What to Expect Climate Wise on Your European Vacation

2013-05-09 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Beach on the Black Sea

Summer is finally on its way in Europe and that long awaited vacation is just around the corner too. For those still in search of the perfect destination for sun and fun though, the interactive climate graphic below may lend a hand in making the decision on where to go. Then again, even if you already picked out your spot for sunbathing and/or sightseeing, finding out what to expect will be useful too.

Tags: climate map, Europe climate, Europe climate map, Infographic, Mediterranean, vacation Europe

Traveling the World for A Year – “What If?”

2013-04-18 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Travel the world

Did you ever wonder; “What would it be like just to travel the world?” Well, what if you found out it would not actually cost so much to travel around the world in a year? The infographic below aims to show just how economical your dream trip round Earth could be.

Tags: Infographic, travel, travel costs, world travel

Valentine’s Day to Become Week Long Vacation!

2013-02-13 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Valentine's Week

Digitas, a digitally-led, global integrated brand agency, released a study today along with Brandwatch, that analyzed some 1.6 million social mentions of “Valentine’s Day” to reveal the travel habits the loving celebrants. According to their findings, Valentine’s Day is becoming more than a single day event, vacationers are now making a week of it.

Tags: Infographic, Valentine's celebration, Valentine's stays, Valentine's Week, Valentines travel

All About the Scandinavian Travel Preferences [Infographic]

2012-02-28 by Guest Author

All About the Scandinavian Travel Preferences infographic

The Scandinavians are amongst the nations that travel the most. In this infographic you will find info on the distance that they travel per year, the different traveling means they have used and also some interesting perspectives.

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Alternative Stag and Hen Ideas [Infographic]

2012-02-23 by Guest Author

Alternative Stag and Hen Ideas infographic.

Do something a little different; climb an ice mountain in Reykjavic, learn belly dancing in Latvia or even get lost in the salt mines of Krakow!

Tags: Infographic, Krakow, Latvia, Reykjavic, Riga

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Featured Stories

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Confronting the Culture of Animal Cruelty in Crete

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

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

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Chania Municipal Market Targets September Reopening After Years of Restoration

2026-07-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s restored Municipal Market is expected to reopen in September, with shop owners beginning work on their premises during July.

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Heraklion Restaurants See Plenty of Visitors but Less Spending This Summer

2026-07-08 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s hospitality sector says visitor numbers remain strong, but cautious spending and rising costs are squeezing restaurant businesses.

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