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European Tourism Bounces Back Strong for Q2 2023

2023-07-12 by Argophilia Travel News

Serbia Iron Gates

A European Travel Commission (ETC) report, “European Tourism: Trends & Prospects” tells of consumer demand outweighs other factors in 2023.

Tags: consumer spending, Europe vacations, European tourism, Mastercard, retail spending, tourism 2023, travel spend

Greece’s Tourism Minister Reveals New “Visit Greece” App

2020-06-15 by Argophilia Travel News

Harry Theoharis

A tech-helper sponsored by Eurobank and Mastercard, the Visit Greece app was just unveiled by Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Tags: Aspa Palimeri, Eurobank, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Mastercard, Minister Harry Theoharis, Visit Greece

Brits Choose Greece as Preferred Destination for 2020 Despite Brexit

2020-02-12 by Argophilia Travel News

Greece travel

Greece is a steady preference for Brits even despite Brexit, coming in third after Cyprus and Malta with over 20%.

Tags: Aegean travel, Aegean vacations, Brexit, British travelers, Cyprus, GNTO, Greece tourism, Greece tours, Greece trips, Greece vacations, Islands, Malta, Mastercard, Morgan Stanley, UK travelers

Great Singapore Sale 2011 Kicks Off Today

2011-05-27 by Phil Butler

Singapore

In news from Singapore, the Great Singapore Sale (GSS) kicks off today there. This annual shopping fiesta slash frenzy is one of the biggest such events anywhere in the world, projected sales topping $5.5 billion SD.

Tags: 5 star hotel, 5-star, Great Singapore Sale, hotel deals, Jannie Chan, Mastercard, Royal Plaza Scotts, Singapore deals, Singapore events, Singapore festivals, Singapore Retailers Association, Singapore shopping, Singapore tourism, Singapore travel

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Stories of Interest

Aposelemis Dam water crisis

The Water Stops Flowing at Aposelemis Dam

2025-06-10 By Manuel Santos

The Aposelemis Dam water crisis has disrupted the water supply to Heraklion, Hersonissos, and Agios Nikolaos.

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Cockroaches Cause Chaos at Heraklion Airport

2025-06-10 By Manuel Santos

Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis airport sees cockroaches crawling out during peak tourist season, causing upset among travelers and raising questions about hygiene and health standards.

Kastelli International Airport

Kastelli International Airport: The Concrete Monster Set to Change Crete

2025-06-10 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Kastelli International Airport, opening in February 2027 near Heraklion, Crete, is set to replace the outdated Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.

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Heraklion Installs 40 Underground Garbage Bins Across 24 Sites

2025-06-07 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion, led by Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos, deployed over 40 underground garbage bins.

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Arctic Adventures Iceland South Coast Tour Wins 2025 Viator Experience Award

2025-06-06 By Manuel Santos

Arctic Adventures’ Iceland, South Coast Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik, operated by Your Day Tours, wins top honors in the 2025 Viator Experience Awards.

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