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“SITIA’S SUP 2023” Coming Up 18 & 19 March

2023-03-15 by Argophilia Travel News

SUP boarding competitions

“SITIAS SUP 2023” is coming up 18 & 19 March at the Sitia Marina. The competition is organized by the Nautical Club of Sitia.

Tags: Crete events, Crete nautical events, Crete SUP events, Greece sports, Kayaking, Nautical Club of Sitia, Region of Crete, Sitia, Sitia marina, SITIAS SUP 2023, SUP, watersports

Kayak Crete’s West Coast With Fit in Crete August 6th

2020-08-04 by Argophilia Travel News

Kayaking off Falasarna

Coming up August 6th, adventurers who want to explore the west of Crete island by sea-kayak can have the experience of a lifetime.

Tags: Crete adventures, Crete kayaking, Crete tours, Fit in Crete, Kayaking, Kissamos, Sea Kayaks, Snorkel Crete, snorkeling, West Crete

Almost Unsung Travel Wonders: Adventure North Wales

2012-01-11 by Phil Butler

Kite surfing in the Atlantic

Let’s face it, no matter how much or often you surf the web searching for the best of the best, there’s always something really nice that escapes your attention. Researching the travel niche this morning we ran across a fascinating adventure tour business Adventure North Wales, via Twitter no less. Read on and learn a bit about Wales, and one company adventurous enough to cater to a lesser known niche.

Tags: Adventure Tourism, Kayaking, North Wales, North Wales travel, rock climbing, sea kayaking, The Quay, The Quay Hotel & Spa, UK adventure, UK hotels, UK kayaking, UK mountains, UK tourism, UK travel, Wales

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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

Heraklion Airport departures

Welcome to Heraklion Airport, Where Your Vacation Ends with a Queue

2026-07-09 By Kostas Raptis

Thousands of tourists are currently enjoying the ‘authentic’ Heraklion airport experience, which includes sweating on the pavement and fighting for elbow room inside the terminal.

Hersonissos Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis

Crete Pushes for a Circular Economy to Cut Waste and Boost Recycling

2026-07-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Hersonissos Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis presented a comprehensive circular economy strategy at the Pan-Cretan Conference in Heraklion.

Souda Milos Piraeus ferry

Travel Advisory: Souda–Milos–Piraeus Ferry Departs Earlier Until September 6

2026-07-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Passengers traveling from Souda to Piraeus via Milos should note a temporary schedule change now in effect. From today through September 6, the ferry will depart Souda at 9:30 p.m. (21:30) instead of its usual 10:00 p.m. (22:00) departure. The vessel is scheduled to arrive at the Port of Piraeus at 6:45 a.m. Passengers are […]

Hotel Manager Arrested

Hotel Manager Arrested After Minor Employee Alleges Assault in Hersonissos

2026-07-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A hotel manager in Hersonissos, Crete, was arrested after a 16-year-old employee reported being physically assaulted, insulted, and threatened at work.

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Crete Mayors Sound the Alarm Over Natura 2000 ‘Black Hole’

2026-07-09 By Iorgos Pappas

The municipalities of Kantanos-Selino and Kissamos warn that Western Crete’s most famous Natura 2000 sites have fallen into a legal vacuum.

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