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South Aegean Islands Set Record Visitors Numbers for October

2021-11-05 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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The South Aegean islands region welcomed more visitors than ever before for October with more than 3 million travelers.

Tags: 2021 travel, Aegean islands, COVID Pandemic, Greece tourists, Greece travel, post pandemic, pre-pandemic, Santorini tourists, South Aegean Islands

Greece’s Tourism Minister Looks to Develop Tourism Strategy for Santorini

2019-10-21 by Phil Butler

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Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis recently held meetings on Santorini aimed at creating a sustainable tourism strategy for Santorini.

Tags: Godfrey Baldacchino, Harry Theoharis, overtourism, Rebecca Skevaki, Santorini, Santorini environment, Santorini tourists, Santorini travel, Sustainable Greece, Sustainable Santorini, tourism

Royal Caribbean Lines Looks at More Greece Cruises

2019-09-17 by Phil Butler

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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and executives of Royal Caribbean Cruises looking at ways of boosting Greece cruises.

Tags: Dr. Godfrey Baldacchino, Environment, GNTO, Greece overtourism, Greece tourism, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Royal Caribbean, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., Santorini tourists

Rebecca Skevaki Gives Black & White On Overtourism On Santorini

2019-08-05 by Phil Butler

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Argophilia Travel News talks with one of Greece’s most influential tour executives, Rebecca Skevaki about overtourism on Santorini.

Tags: Greece sustainable, Greece travel, Nikos Zorzos, Oia, Rebecca Skevaki, Santorini cruises, Santorini Experience, Santorini sunset, Santorini sustainability, Santorini tourism, Santorini tourists, Santorini tours, Santorini Urban Adventures

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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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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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