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Greece Hospitality Rewarded at 2022 World Travel Awards

2022-11-17 by Phil Butler

World Travel Awards 2022

The 2022 World Travel Awards™ (WTA) in Oman saw Greece winning several distinctions including Santo Maris Oia winning Best Boutique Resort.

Tags: Graham Cooke, Grand Forest Metsovo, Greek resorts, Oman Airports, Sani Resort, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Sheikh Aimen bin Ahmed al Hosni, World Travel Awards

Hospitality sponsors embrace “Santorini Experience”

2018-06-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Santorini Experience by Loukas Hapsis

Summer has arrived, and as we approach the holidays, we also move into the rhythms of “Santorini Experience”, and participants need to book their stay in the breathtaking island of the Cyclades, for October 5-7, 2018, taking advantage of the discounts offered by the hospitality sponsors that apply to this specific period for the event.

Tags: Alafouzos Sport, Aqua Vista Hotels, Athina Luxury Suites, Avance Rent A Car, Blue Star Ferries, Boatmen Union Santorini, Ford Motor Hellas, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Ryanair, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Santorini, Santorini Experience, Santorini Hoteliers Association, Santorini tourism, VitaNTravel

Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa Becomes First Hellenic Chamber of Hotels “Boutique Hotel”

2018-03-09 by Argophilia Travel News

Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites and Spa

Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa is now the first officially certified “Boutique Hotel” in Greece, based on the demanding standards of the “Boutique Hotel” classification inaugurated by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Tags: Greece, Greece hotels, Hellenic Chamber of Hotels, Hellenic hotels, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Santorini, Santorini hotels

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Featured Stories

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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

August 15

Crete Traffic Police Step Up VOAK Checks as August 15 Exodus Peaks

2026-08-13 By Manuel Santos

Heading out on Crete’s roads for the August 15th peak? Traffic police are out in full force on VOAK, targeting speeding, alcohol, and reckless driving.

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Chania Municipal Market Lease Auction Set for August 31 Ahead of December Reopening

2026-08-13 By Arthur Butler

The Municipality of Chania announces a public oral auction on August 31, 2026, to lease 13 vacant shop stalls inside the historic Municipal Market.

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Heraklion Summer Exodus Peaks as Port and Airport Handle Record Passenger Numbers

2026-08-13 By Ion Bogdan V.

Heraklion sees peak August travel as thousands depart by ferry, while Nikos Kazantzakis Airport surpasses 6 million passengers and heads for a new annual record.

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Sea Turtle Festival Brings Nature and Stargazing to Stavros Beach

2026-08-12 By Victoria Udrea

A free Sea Turtle Festival at Stavros Beach on August 16 features environmental activities, children’s art, and stargazing under the Cretan sky.

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Heraklion’s Venetian Walls Become a Stage for 35 Cultural Events This Summer

2026-08-12 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s ancient Venetian Walls are preparing to set the stage for one of the island’s most distinctive late-summer events. The 3rd Festival of the Walls runs from August 31 through September 10, featuring over 35 individual events encompassing music, film, theater, dance, and outdoor visual arts across the city’s historical ramparts. This year’s edition marks […]

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