Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

  • Crete
  • Greece
  • Food
  • Eastern Europe
  • Real Estate
  • World
  • Travel Technology

World Economic Forum

Hospitality Beyond COVID-19: Early Advice from the Industry’s Best

2020-03-14 by Phil Butler

Post Coronavirus

Greece’s tourism sector is in big trouble over the COVID-19 pandemic. With more and more countries instituting level 3 travel advisories for Europe, the country’s early tourism season is badly affected. Just emerging from a horrendous economic crisis, Greece offers us a litmus test for worldwide destinations in crisis. What needs to happen now is […]

Tags: Avvio, COVID-19, Duetto, Europe hotels, Greece hotel, Greece hotels, Guestline, hotel marketing, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, scenario planning, STR, STR Inc., thomas cook, TUI, Woody Wade, World Economic Forum

Greece Climbs 7 Spots in Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017

2017-04-20 by Phil Butler

Greece

According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017, Greece is has made a most impressive move to capture 24th place among world destinations.

Tags: GNTO, Greece economy, Greece tourism, Greece travel, Greek tourism, Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report, World Economic Forum

Maria Papadaki ad banner

Featured Stories

Beyond the Assistant: An Architecture of Companion Intelligence

Morosini Fountain Crisis

Heraklion Debates Prettier Fencing for Blocked Lions Fountain

Morosini Fountain enclosed

Morosini Fountain Fenced Off for Restoration Work

ARCHELON Sea Turtle Beach Walk

ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk Promotes Mindful Beach Tourism

In Search of the Perfect Crete Retreat

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology banner

Your go-to guide for foraging cretan horta

Stories of Interest

Morosini Fountain Crisis

Heraklion Debates Prettier Fencing for Blocked Lions Fountain

2026-06-18 By Mihaela Lica Butler

An emergency tourism meeting in Heraklion floats plexiglass walls and tourist viewing holes to fix the outrage over the wire-fenced Morosini Fountain.

Viannos Mayor Pavlos Baritakis at KEDE

Viannos Mayor Slams Athens Over Abandoned Rural Crete Infrastructure

2026-06-18 By Iorgos Pappas

Speaking at KEDED, Viannos Mayor Pavlos Baritakis exposed the harsh, dangerous reality of life in Crete’s interior.

Climate Change Adaptation Observatory in the Region of Crete

Climate Action Crete: Regional Adaptation Hub Launches Public Digital Channels

2026-06-18 By Iorgos Pappas

The Regional Support Mechanism for Climate Change Adaptation in Crete launches official digital channels to share scientific data and track the island’s PeSPKA plan.

ICU Venetian Walls accident AI illustration MidJourney

19-Year-Old Fighting for Life in ICU After Falling From Heraklion’s Venetian Walls

2026-06-18 By Victoria Udrea

A beautiful view can turn tragic in a split second. Please, read this and stay safe when exploring Crete’s historic sites.

Celestial Journey Agios Nikolaos

Celestyal Journey Anchors in Agios Nikolaos, Adding 16 Cruising Dates to Lasithi Lineup

2026-06-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The luxury cruise ship Celestyal Journey brings 1,200 passengers per visit to Agios Nikolaos, locking in 16 upcoming arrivals for the Lasithi port.

More Crete travel news

  • Authors
  • Contributors
  • Submit Press Release
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

COPYRIGHT © 2026 · ARGOPHILIA TRAVEL NEWS