pandemic regulations

Greek Officials Report 1,678 New COVID-19 Cases on Sunday

2020-11-02 by Argophilia Travel News

The Hellenic National Public Health Organisation (EODY) announced 1,678 confirmed Covid-19 cases on Sunday.

Greece Ranked a Top 5 Choice for Intra-European Travel H2 of 2020

2020-10-13 by Argophilia Travel News

A study released by the European Travel Commission (ETC) says Greece ranks fourth among the Top 5 destination choices for Europeans.

German Tourists Slapped With Fines at Heraklion Airport Over PLF Form

2020-07-19 by Argophilia Travel News

Last week, German tourists visiting Crete were slapped with stiff €500 euro fines for failing to fill out the “Passenger Locator Form”.

New Protocols for Greece Travel from Civil Protection Authority

2020-06-28 by Argophilia Travel News

Starting July 1, Greek officials will ask visitors to the country to carry out the necessary diagnostic screening and provide location data.

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.

Confessions of a Cicada Hater in Crete

2026-08-11 By Victoria Udrea

A single cicada sings at up to 100 decibels. A close-range chorus peaks at 120—comparable to a chainsaw, a rock concert, a low-flying jet.

Crete’s Hotel Pipeline Booms, But Who Is Caring for the Inland?

2026-08-11 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Luxury hotel projects continue across Crete, but most investment remains concentrated along the coast as many inland communities face different challenges.