Category Archives: Crete Attractions & Tips
April 20, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Vathi Beach
Vathi Beach is a prime beach destination in its own gorgeous cove. In the Lasithi prefecture, conveniently located just south of Agios Nikolaos, Vathi beach is beautiful and luxurious. A “new” beach, it was created in 2010. The silken white sands and blue waters are, however, timeless. Read article
April 14, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Maleme
There are so many amazing places to explore in Crete that it can become challenging to choose a destination, with each having its own authentic charm. One small village that could provide the perfect Cretan holiday is Maleme, located on the northwestern part of the island, just 16 km west of the city of Chania. With its long stretch of excellent beaches, the gulf of Chania is one of the most enchanting destinations in Crete, offering a beautiful natural setting and unique cultural sights. The village of Maleme is a developing resort, with a wonderful beach and plenty of services along the seaside, making it perfect if you wish to have everything within walking distance. Read article
April 7, 2021
Everything you Need to Know About Listis Beach
Listis Beach lies on the shores of the Libyan Sea, on the dramatic south coast of Crete. This pristine and untouched part of the island is truly a remarkable place to visit. Read article
March 17, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Vai Beach
Considered one of the most beautiful and picturesque beaches in Crete and even the world, the Palm Beach of Vai, also known as Finikodasos is simply astonishing. The greatest highlight of this destination is the largest palm forest in Europe, growing naturally all the way to the beach. With about 6000 trees, this natural wonder greatly increases the charm of the sandy beach, offering shade a nice walking area. Vai Beach sits on a remote and sparsely populated peninsula in northeastern Crete. Awarded with the Blue Flag for its amazing location and perfect sand, Vai Palm Beach is one of the most fascinating destinations of Crete. Read article
February 24, 2021
Everything You Need to Know about Heraklion Airport
The Heraklion Airport is one of the most convenient airports of a major holiday destination. It’s located very close to the historic center of Heraklion, and also directly beside the major national road that traverses the northern coast of Crete - VOAK/E75/EO90. This gives easy access to many of the most famous destinations in Crete both to the west and to the east, like Chania and Rethymno to the west, and Lassithi to the east. Via that same road, one also has easy access to the E97 that leads to the south coast of the island for destinations such as Agia Galini. Read article
