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TUI Cancels TUI Holidays Over Coronavirus Situation

2020-03-23 by Argophilia Travel News

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TUI will no longer be offering TUI holidays departing 17 March to 16 April 2020 on account of restrictions from the coronavisus pandemic.

Tags: airlines, Coronavirus 2019, cruise cancellation, cruises, Crystal Sky, flight cancellation, Marella Cruises, TUI, TUI Holidays, UK flights

Norwegian Announces New London to Greece Service

2020-02-06 by Argophilia Travel News

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Norwegian has just announced a new twice-weekly London-Greece service, set to take off in May and to run through October.

Tags: airlines, Crete flights, flights, Greece 2020, Greece flights, Greece travel, Greece vacations, Greek Islands, Norwegian Airlines, UK flights

Pre-bookings from UK to Greece Up 10% for 2019

2018-10-13 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Parnassos Ski Center

According to a report from the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in the UK & Ireland, pre-sale tourist bookings for 2019 from the United Kingdom to Greece are up by 10 percent over last year. GNTO officials attribute some of the growth to gaining popularity of Greek ski resorts.

Tags: Arachova, Emy Anagnostopoulou, GNTO, Greece, Greece resorts, Greece skiing, Greek ski resorts, Ireland travelers, Mt. Parnassos, UK flights, UK travelers, Visit Greece, Winter Mykonos, WTM London, WTM London 2018

Mapmart Fails Leaving Some Turkey Travelers Adrift

2014-04-15 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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London based Mapmart, aka Alternative Travel and Turkish Riveria Golfing Holidays, failed as of April 9 according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Tags: ATOL, CAA, gold holidays, trip insurance, Turkey Travel, UK flights, UK trips

easyJet Wins London to Moscow Route

2012-10-25 by Phil Butler

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According to news from easyJet, the low cost airline will begin operating flights between London and Moscow starting early next year. Britain’s Civil Aviation Authority having granted the license to EasyJet in preference to Richard Branson’s Virgin Atlantic, officials cite EasyJet fare benefits as the reason.

Tags: EasyJet, flights, Moscow flights, Russia fares, russia flights, UK flights

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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

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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Chania Municipal Market Targets September Reopening After Years of Restoration

2026-07-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s restored Municipal Market is expected to reopen in September, with shop owners beginning work on their premises during July.

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Heraklion Restaurants See Plenty of Visitors but Less Spending This Summer

2026-07-08 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s hospitality sector says visitor numbers remain strong, but cautious spending and rising costs are squeezing restaurant businesses.

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