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Sergey Kovalevsky

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts To Run Luxury Ski Resort in Sochi

2011-09-20 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has announced a further addition to its portfolio of Russian hotels, following the signing of a management contract for a luxury hotel in the Gorky-Gorod mountain resort in Sochi.

Tags: Gorky Gorod, Krasnaya Polyana, Meinhard Huck, Olympic Media Village, Sergey Kovalevsky, ski resort, Sochi, Swissôtel, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, Winter Olympics Sochi, Winter sports

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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

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Samaria Gorge Weather Forecasts Under Review After Repeated Closures

2026-08-19 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete authorities want more accurate weather monitoring at Samaria Gorge after forecast rainfall led to closures despite suitable hiking conditions.

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Unexploded Ordnance Found Near Ierapetra Shoreline

2026-08-19 By Manuel Santos

Old mortar rounds, ammunition boxes and scattered cartridges were found just 150 to 200 metres from the Ierapetra coast, prompting maritime restrictions.

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New Tourism Projects Spread From the Cyclades to Crete and the Mainland

2026-08-19 By Iorgos Pappas

From a new 3-star aparthotel in Chania to strict traditional aesthetic rules in Kimolos, here is the latest wave of approved tourism investments across Greece.

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Crete Tourism Stats Reveal the Island is Dominating Greek Travel

2026-08-19 By Kostas Raptis

Crete recorded 2.1 million international air arrivals in the first half of 2026, up 8.8% in Chania and Heraklion.

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Sitia Beach Gets Seatrac Access for Swimmers With Disabilities

2026-08-19 By Manuel Santos

Sitia Beach installs a new Seatrac system, providing barrier-free sea access for people with disabilities in Eastern Crete.

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