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Airbnb Reports On the New Travelers Post-Pandemic

2020-08-28 by Argophilia Travel News

Airbnb Graffiti

According to a new report from Airbnb, the longer we are forced by the pandemic to remain at home, the more we want to get out.

Tags: AirBnb, Airbnb rentals, domestic travel, local travel, travel agents, travel experiences, Travel Trends, vacation rentals

Greeks Eager for Summer Breaks When COVID-19 Restrictions Pass

2020-05-01 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Heraklion shopping

A survey this week tells of Greeks anxious to take their Summer vacations as soon as the COVID-19 Coronavirus restrictions are lifted.

Tags: COVID-19 effects, Greek vacations, local tourism, local travel, pandemic, Summer 2020, Tourism in Greece, vacations

Fever Startup Snags Another $35 Million in Funding

2019-08-26 by Phil Butler

Fever App

Fever has raised $35 million in Series D funding led by Rabuten Capital, Accel, Atresmedia, and others. The question is, will it be enough?

Tags: Accel, AI, Atresmedia, European startups, events, Fever App, Fever recommendations, Gravy, local travel, Rabuten Capital, startups, travel apps, Vamos

Localeur – The Latest Shot At Nearby Travel Recommendations

2013-03-11 by Phil Butler

Best places at Localeur

With localized information and services finally coming to the forefront, Austin, Texas gets a brand new travel startup named Localeur that takes aim at Milennial travelers. The local recommendation service is powered by insiders on the ground, according to the news.

Tags: local recommendations, local reviews, local travel, localization, professional reviews, recommendation engines, recommended by locals, reviews

Saveology Hits Boston with Daily Deals

2011-08-04 by Phil Butler

Saveology, the innovative daily deal startup making headlines of late, has now launched their discount deal website for Boston. Saveology users now have access to more than 28 national and local markets. If it’s simple and carefree you want in “opt in” dealing Boston, now you got it.

Tags: Benzion Aboud, Boston tourism, Boston travel, budget coupons, budget offerings, coupons, Daily Deals, deals, local, local merchants, local travel, national deals, Saveology, travel deals, Yahoo! Local

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5 Top Tips for Planning Your Dream Holiday

2025-09-28 By Argophilia Travel News

Discover 5 top tips for planning your dream holiday. From budgeting and timing to hidden gems and stress-free booking, make your trip unforgettable.

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Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

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Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

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The Chorus of Autumn Crows

2025-09-25 By Victoria Udrea

In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

Birds of Crete

The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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