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Failte Ireland Says St. Paddy’s Day Best Ever

2013-03-19 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Dublin

According to Ireland’s National Tourism Development Authority, Failte Ireland and the so called Gathering have seen a big boost from St. Patrick’s Day tourism.

Tags: Dublin, Ireland hotels, Ireland tourism, Ireland travel, St. Paddy's Day, St. Patrick's Day

Good Food Ireland: What’s Cooking Is Great

2012-02-18 by Phil Butler

Rathmullan House Lough Swilly, Co Donegal.

The food we discover and enjoy during our travels is one of the most memorable pleasures out there, yet somehow an often overlooked experience when the journey is related. During a recent research of Ireland hotels we discovered Good Food Ireland, an Irish food group arrayed across the emerald isle to deliver excellence and sustainability. Join us in discovering just how selected Ireland restaurants, cafes, food shops, and cookery schools have upped the food game there.

Tags: Aillwee Cave, food, Good Food Ireland, Ireland culinary, Ireland food, Ireland hotels, Ireland pubs, Ireland restaurants, Ireland shops, Irish farms, Irish potatoes, world businesses, world food

UK Hotelier’s Mixed Fortunes

2012-01-27 by Aleksandr Shatskih

London Hotels

Hoteliers in London enjoyed a profitable year, even though markets slowed down significantly in December, according to a new HotStats survey.

Tags: hotel room rates in London, HotStats survey, Ireland hotels, Jonathan Langston, London hoteliers, london hotels, profit per available room, revenue per room, Scotland hotels, TRI Hospitality Consulting, UK hoteliers

Hospitality Spotlight: Pillo Hotels Ireland

2012-01-08 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Galway County castle

With all the bad news coming from hoteliers across Europe, a spot of light emanating out of Galway in Ireland makes for a nice Sunday read. Pillo Hotel Galway is but one of several classy 4 star affairs sitting under a very cool brand. Formerly a Marriott hotel, the rebranded Pillo Hotel & Spa is benefitted by substantial backing and an experienced hospitality crew.

Tags: Galway, Galway tourism, ION Equity, Ireland banks, Ireland business, Ireland economy, Ireland Hospitality, Ireland hotels, Ireland investment, Ireland recovery, Ireland rooms, Ireland travel, Irish recovery, Irish Travel, key investment, Manchester, Neil O'Leary, Pillo Hotels, World hotels

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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.

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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.

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Stories of Interest

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

27-year-old man arrested

27-Year-Old Arrested at Heraklion Port Trying to Buy Piraeus Ferry Ticket Without Travel Papers

2026-10-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Coast Guard officers arrest a 27-year-old man at Heraklion port for attempting to buy a Piraeus ferry ticket without papers and verbally abusing officers.

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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