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So Far, Science Says Summer Heat is Only a Secondary Coronavirus Spread Inhibitor

2020-05-19 by Argophilia Travel News

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A Princeton study shows a slight correlation between climate and the coronavirus. Researchers say heat and humidity secondary inhibitors.

Tags: aquatics, CDC, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Harvard Medical School, novel coronavirus, Princeton study, summer sports, Swimming, travel, vacations

The Santorini Experience 2018 in Pictures

2018-10-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Santorini Experience

The much talked about ”Santorini Experience 2018” competition of running and swimming finished off last week on the magnificent Greek island. Competitors and spectators from around the world enjoyed a stellar three day festival of sport and touristic magic. Argo would like to share the magic with you with stunning video and Instagram from Santorini.

Tags: 10k, 5k, Greece athletics, Greece events, Santorini, Santorini events, Santorini Experience, Santorini hotels, Swimming

Greek Beaches Cleanest Overall According to EEA Report

2018-05-31 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Greece water quality

The European Environment Agency’s annual report on bathing water at European beaches, lakes, and rivers tells us that 95.9 percent of Greek waters are considered excellent for swimming.

Tags: Albania beaches, Bulgaria beaches, European Environment Agency, Greek beaches, Romania beaches, Swimming, water quality

Olympic Competitors Highlight “Navarino Challenge” 2018

2018-04-19 by Argophilia Travel News

Navaro Challenge events

Registration is open for the 6th “Navarino Challenge”, the established sports tourism event and standard choice in the calendar of the fans, since 2013!

Tags: Costa Navarino, events, Mandy Persaki, marathon, Messinia, Navarino, Navarino Bay, Navarino Challenge, Navarino Dunes, Nikos Gemelos, paddling, pilates, races, running, running events, Swimming, swimming events, water sports, Westin Resort Costa Navarino

Cyprus and Croatia Lead In EU Bathing Water Quality

2011-06-17 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sparkling seas off Girne, Cyprus

For those of you searching for the best places to dip into the ocean in Europe, a new report covers almost all the bodies of water on the continent. This year’s report reveals Cyprus and Croatia as having the cleanest bathing waters, followed closely by Malta, Greece, and Ireland.

Tags: beaches, Envrionmental concerns, EU Environmental, EU swimmers, EU vacations, EU-27, Europe swimming, Europe's beaches, Europe's lakes, European commission, European Environment Agency, Jacqueline McGlade, Janez Potocnik, lakes, ocean, swim Europe, Swimming, Swimming water, travel Europe, water pollution, water quality

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A severe weather wave is hammering Greece with heavy rain, thunderstorms, snow and gale winds, forcing snow chains, ferry suspensions and school closures.

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Storm chaos in Gavdos. Karave port has been battered by strong southwesterly winds, with reports of 10 boats sinking and a parked car swept into the sea as waves overtopped the breakwater.

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