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Turkey Will Host 38 Million Tourists in 2017

2017-04-06 by Argophilia Travel News

Istanbul, Turkey

According to news from the Association of Travel Agencies (TURSAB), Turkey expects to greet more than 38 million tourists this year. The Chairman of the association, Basaran Ulusoy, also assured reporters of Turkey’s readiness for the summer season to begin.

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MITT 2017 Hits Expocentre Moscow

2017-03-16 by Argophilia Travel News

MITT 2017

At “Expocentre” this week the 24th International Tourism Exhibition MITT 2017 has been one of the year’s early sensations. Set to be exclusively B2B this time around, the event saw a significant increase in visitors this year.

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New In-Terminal Augmented Reality iPhone App

2011-03-29 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Copenhagen Airport terminal

Imagine an app that knows exactly where you are in the airport and can give you real-time information about services such as restaurants, shops, and gates.  That is what SITA and Copenhagen Airport are promising for iPhone users who visit the airport.   Using augment reality technology, via wireless access points strategically placed throughout the […]

Tags: app, Appstore, augmented reality, Copenhagen Airport, GPS, iPhone, positioning, services, shops, terminals

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2026-05-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Residents and tourism businesses in Agia Roumeli question how weather forecasts are used to open and close the Samaria Gorge in Crete.

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Rare Archaic Photography Exhibition Opens at Heraklion Archaeological Museum

2026-05-27 By Argophilia Travel News

The Heraklion Archaeological Museum hosts a rare exhibition of 100 authentic silver gelatin prints of ancient Greece by eight pioneer photographers.

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Heraklion Hotel and Catering Workers Announce Major Strike and Airport Blockade for June 24

2026-05-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Tourism and hotel employees in Heraklion announce a major strike for June 24, warning of an airport blockade and motorized protests.

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Chania’s Museum of Typography Made Accessible to All Visitors

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The Museum of Typography in Chania has installed custom chair lifts to provide full wheelchair and mobility access to its upper galleries.

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How a Simple Parking Mistake in Crete Can Strand You for Seven Days

2026-05-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Tourists in Crete face a severe parking crackdown. Violating Blue Zone rules can lead to a €30 fine and a 7-day confiscation of your driver’s license and plates.

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