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Hoteliers in North Africa Focusing on 2021 Positives

2020-12-12 by Phil Butler

Tunisia resort

Hoteliers in North African countries are beginning to see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Flights and investments on the rise.

Tags: COVID-19, Egypt economy, Egypt hotels, Egypt tourists, Egypt travel, Hilton, Hilton Tunisia, Morocco hotels, Morocco tourism, Royal Air Maroc, Ryanair, Tunisia hotels, Tunisia tourism, Tunisia vacations

Accor Sells Two Hotels & Opens More

2012-08-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Accor

In News from French hotel group Accor SA, the hoteliers announced this morning their sale of two MGallery hotels. One hotel in Germany and another in the Netherlands were sold for an estimated €44 million euros. Accor also announced leasing back the hotels in a 15 year deal with an option to renew.

Tags: Accor Group, Accor Hotels, Europe hotels, German hotels, hotel sales, MGallery, Morocco hotels, Netherlands hotels

Hospitality Spotlight: La Mamounia in Marrakech

2012-03-11 by Phil Butler

La Manounia - redefining opulence

Is there a more exotic destination than Marrakech? The “Ochre City” was once capital of the vast Almoravid Dynasty, which spread across the Northwestern Sahara and half of Spain. Today visitors to this mystic city of sultans may best experience what being royal in Morocco means staying at one of the world’s great hotels, La Mamounia.

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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

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Kastelli Airport Takes Another Step Toward Its Optimistic 2028 Opening

2026-08-10 By Iorgos Pappas

Kastelli Airport has signed a €105.2 million contract for air navigation systems as Crete’s new international airport continues toward its planned 2028 opening.

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Crete Considers Reservation System to Protect Balos, Elafonisi, and Falasarna

2026-08-10 By Kostas Raptis

Crete is considering an online reservation system for Balos, Elafonisi, and Falasarna to protect their fragile Natura 2000 ecosystems.

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More Than 20 Young Vultures Rescued Across Crete

2026-08-10 By Victoria Udrea

ANIMA rescues over 20 exhausted young Griffon Vultures from Crete, providing fluid therapy and surgery to save the island’s vulnerable raptor population.

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Heraklion Opposition Demands Answers After Sewage Spill Near Koules Fortress

2026-08-10 By Arthur Butler

Following Cretalive’s report of a sewage spill near Koules Fortress, Heraklion’s opposition is demanding answers, repairs, and a clear timetable.

Kavros lifeguards

Dramatic Kavros Rescue Highlights Vital Need for Cretan Lifeguards

2026-08-10 By Manuel Santos

Three lifeguards braved heavy swells to rescue a woman dragged away by strong currents in Kavros, Chania

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