Chania, Crete, is one of the most beautiful and historically rich destinations in Greece. It is a perennial favourite with visitors and locals alike and the most popular destination in Crete. Here are the top things to do in Chania as well as great day trips to places...
PDF Button Rethymnon is a charming Creten town with a blend of history, culture, and seaside fun, offering something for every traveller. If you’re planning a visit here’s a guide to what to do in Rethymnon, ensuring you make the most of your time in this...
PDF Button Heraklion, aka ‘Iraklio’ is the capital city of the island of Crete, Greece’s largest island, and serves as one of the island’s primary urban centers. It is a popular cruise ship stop, and while this will give you only a tiny glimpse...
Greek food is synonymous with delicious flavours and healthy living. Greeks are some of the oldest people in the world due to their diet and their penchant for lots of homegrown vegetables and not much meat. Learning about Greek food is not just fun but also a great...
Spinalonga is a small island located in the Gulf of Elounda in Crete, Greece. It can be accessed by boat from the town of Elounda. The island has a historical significance as a leper colony, where people with leprosy were isolated from the rest of society. There are...
Greece is known the world over for its magical beaches and azure blue water. Many of these offer excellent activities such as water sports, swimming, kayaking, and exploring sea caves and coves and there are also several excellent Islands for diving and snorkeling in...
Athens Santorini Crete are three of the most popular destinations in Greece for good reason. Their iconic landscapes and historic sites make them some of the most photographed places in the world. This itinerary ensures you make the absolute most out of your visit to...
A Crete road trip While most suggested road trips in Greece focus on the mainland, it’s also a delight to explore the islands by car. Being Greece’s largest island, a Crete road trip is an obvious choice for a fabulous adventure that will take you past some of the...
Greek Island hopping is on the top of everyone’s bucket-list but with over 220 inhabited islands it can be quite overwhelming trying to work out which are the best Greek Islands to visit on your vacation. Whether you are looking for the best Greek Island for...
Choosing where to stay in Crete is an important decision in making sure you have a dream trip to Greece’s largest island. Due to the size of the island, it’s important to choose carefully to make sure you can easily reach all of the things you want to do and see.Of...
Things to do in Crete As the largest of the Greek Islands, there are many things to do in Crete. From lazy days spent relaxing by the glorious beaches, long lunches enjoying delicious food, and hikes through the stunning scenery, there is no shortage of Crete...
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