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Region of Crete Promotes the UNESCO regions of Crete at ITB Berlin and Beyond

2023-03-16 by Phil Butler

UNESCO regions of Crete

The UNESCO Regions of Crete (Samaria-Psiloritis-Asterousia-Siteia) operated an individual stand at the ITB Berlin tourism exhibition.

Tags: Alternative Tourism Greece, Crete Island, Crete news, Crete tourism, Crete UNESCO, ITB, ITB Berlin 2023, Kyriakos Kotsoglou, National Geographic, Region of Crete, UNESCO sites Crete

Karpathos Makes National Geographic 2023 Most Impressive List

2022-12-08 by Phil Butler

Karpathos

The Greek island of Karpathos has been included in National Geographic’s annual list of the world’s 25 most impressive destinations for 2023.  National Geographic refers to the island in the Dodecanese as an amazing and beautiful place, where women-owned businesses lead the way in sustainable tourism. Also included in the same category in the extensive […]

Tags: Dodecanese Islands, Greece, Greek destinations, Greek Islands, Greek Isles, Greek tourism news, Greek tourism statistics, Greek travel market, Hotels in Greece, island experiences, Karpathos, Karpathos Island, National Geographic, National Geographic Traveler, remote islands, top destinations, Tourism in Greece, Travel to Greece

COSMOTE – National Geographic Documentary to Unveil Ancient Mystery

2019-11-19 by Phil Butler

Cambridge Keros Project

COSMOTE TV and National Geographic will soon embark on an exploration journey to unravel a 4,500-year-old mystery in the Aegean Sea.

Tags: Ancient Greece, Ancient ports, Bronze Age, COSMOTE, Cycladic culture, Daskalio, Daskalio Islet, Keros, Keros Project, Minoans, National Geographic, Neolithic, pre-history

UNESCO Includes Pafos in Itenerary of “Romantic Europe”

2018-09-16 by Argophilia Travel News

The House of Theseus

The Department of Antiquities and the Cyprus Tourism Organisation announce their participation in the “World Heritage Journeys”, developed by UNESCO in collaboration with National Geographic, for the creation, for the first time, of a web platform dedicated to the promotion of sustainable travel to some of the most remarkable World Heritage sites in Europe.

Tags: Cyprus Tourism Organisation, Greece heritage, Greek history, Greek sites, National Geographic, National Geographic Maps, Pafos, UNESCO, World Heritage Centre

World Legacy Awards Call for Entries Announced

2014-06-03 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Costas Christ

The World Legacy Awards Call for Entries was announced yesterday. In a collaboration in between National Geographic and ITB Berlin, the awards will will showcase the leading travel and tourism companies, organizations and destinations.

Tags: awards, Green awards, Green business, green hotels, green travel, ITB Berlin, National Geographic, sustainable tourism, World Legacy Awards

Bulgaria Tourism 2012: Government Focus

2012-04-10 by Phil Butler

Ivo Marinov

Ivo Marinov, Deputy Minister of Economy, Energy, and Tourism for Bulgaria, predicts 2012 will see a 5 to 6 percent increase in tourism to his country. Marinov was on hand Monday for the signing of contracts totaling over 20 million Lev slated to increase the country’s travel industry.

Tags: Bulgaria, Bulgaria hotels, Bulgaria news, Bulgaria tourism, Bulgaria.org, Delyan Dobrev, Euronews, Eurosport, hotels, Ivo Marinov, Lilyana Pavlova, National Geographic, travel

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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.

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.

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Stories of Interest

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Heraklion Promises Greener Future—Residents Still Waiting to See It

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

The Municipality of Heraklion launched a new planting program in mid-April, claiming it will cover the entire city and surrounding villages.

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Mesara’s 17th Gastronomy Festival Heads to Apoini This July

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

Apoini hosts the 17th Mesara Gastronomy Festival on July 30, celebrating Crete’s European Region of Gastronomy 2026 with local flavors and traditions.

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

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