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The World’s 5 Biggest Hotel Chains Lose $25.2bn in Market Cap

2020-09-24 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Wyndham International

Five of the biggest hotel groups lost in excess of $25 billion in market cap up until now. Experts say recovery is years down the road.

Tags: Choice Hotels International, COVID-19, Hilton, InterContinental Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group, Marriot International, StockApps, Wyndham Worldwide

How Airbnb Fares Against Marriott, Hilton, and Intercontinental in the U.S.

2019-08-11 by Argophilia Travel News

Airbnb

Here is the latest date on how Airbnb stacks up against key hotel competition from an article posted on trends.edison.tech.

Tags: AirBnb, Airbnb stays, Airbnb valuation, cost per night, Edison Tech, Hilton Worldwide, hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group, Marriott International, rentals, vacation rentals, vacation stays

Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 200 Captivating Destinations

2018-11-12 by Argophilia Travel News

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Leading luxury hotel brand InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts has partnered with London-based contemporary artist Alexander Hall, also known under the alias Haut de Gamme©, to create a stunning art installation, commemorating 200 properties around the world.

Tags: Alexander Hall, Designer hotels, destinations, Ginger Taggart, InterContinental, InterContinental Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group, World hotels

Holiday Inn Diyarbakir – City Center to Open in 2015

2013-09-11 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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An existing building in Diyarbakir, with a café famous among both locals and travelers, will be converted into a 161-room hotel, the first property of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) in this city. Holiday Inn Diyarbakir – City Center shows the continuous expansion of the company that has, at the present moment, 15 hotels in Turkey […]

Tags: Diyarbakir, Holiday Inn Diyarbakir - City Center, IHG, InterContinental Hotels Group, Turkey

InterContinental Hotels Plans Russian Expansion

2011-09-13 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signaled its intention to expand into emerging markets in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States, with the announcement of plans to open 100 hotels in the region by 2020.

Tags: Angela Brav, Aron Libinson, CIS, Commonwealth of Independent States, Crocus Group, expansion, Holiday Inn, Hotel Indigo, IHG, InterContinental Hotels Group, moscow, Russia

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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

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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