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Panagia Festival, Mohos
The Panagia Festival is a big deal in these parts, and over in Mohos – a small village a few kilometres inland – the... Read More
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Panagia Festival, Mohos
Panagia Festival, Mohos
The Panagia Festival is a big deal in these parts, and over in Mohos – a small village a few kilometres inland – the... Read More
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Dive into the watersports along from Stalis Beach
Dive into the watersports along from Stalis Beach
There’s plenty of space to unwind on the beach right next to Stalis. But if you’... Read More
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Join the hedonists in Malia
Join the hedonists in Malia
Koutouloufari doesn’t offer an explosive nightlife scene, but you’ll find a coup... Read More
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Check out Agios Vassilios
Check out Agios Vassilios
The church of Agios Vassilios dates back to 1840. It’s been built in a typical C... Read More
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Dine in the village square
Dine in the village square
The tavernas here are really picturesque, thanks to the greenery and bougainvill... Read More
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Pick a stretch of sand in Hersonissos
Pick a stretch of sand in Hersonissos
You’ve got three beaches to choose from in Hersonissos, and each one comes with ... Read More
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Enjoy some retail therapy in Heraklion
Enjoy some retail therapy in Heraklion
There isn’t much to buy in quiet Koutouloufari. There’s only one supermarket, pl... Read More
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Munch on moussaka in a beachfront taverna
Munch on moussaka in a beachfront taverna
The resort’s restaurants tend to gather around the main beachfront. Most places ... Read More
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Polish up on Greek mythology at the Palace of Knossos
Polish up on Greek mythology at the Palace of Knossos
According to myth, the Palace of Knossos has seen more drama than most. This mus... Read More
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Hit the tiles in Hersonissos
Hit the tiles in Hersonissos
When it comes to Cretan clubbing, Malia tends to be the first name that springs ... Read More
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Visit Zeus' tomb
Visit Zeus' tomb
Drive for around 40 minutes and you’ll reach Mount Juktas. This peak’s just a fe... Read More
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Pick your sandy spot
Pick your sandy spot
Agkisaras’ beach is just one in a string of around a dozen beaches all linked by... Read More
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Visit Crete’s first aquarium
Visit Crete’s first aquarium
Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre, around five minutes’ drive from Anis... Read More
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Go diving at St George’s Cave
Go diving at St George’s Cave
One of the most popular boat trips from Anissaras takes you to a tiny island, kn... Read More
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Soak up the sun on Anissaras Beach
Soak up the sun on Anissaras Beach
The shoreline around Anissaras is peppered with pockets of sand – they range fro... Read More
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Find Georgio Armani by the beach
Find Georgio Armani by the beach
The beachfront shops have bagged the designers. Giorgio Armani is here, along wi... Read More
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Meet the fish at Aquaworld Aquarium
Meet the fish at Aquaworld Aquarium
At this popular aquarium, you can pose for photos with hundreds of local sea cre... Read More
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Mythos, Sanoudaki 19
Mythos, Sanoudaki 19
At this family-run restaurant, you can dispense with the formality of a menu – j... Read More
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Destinations in Heraklion Area
Top Destinations
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Amoudara
Holidays to Amoudara offer up a massive, action-packed beach, and family-friendly nightlife.
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Gouves
On holidays to Gouves you can kick back on Blue Flag beaches overlooked by a traditional hilltop village. Plus, you’re near all the major attractions of northern Crete.
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Hersonissos
Holidays to Hersonissos give you 3 sandy beaches, 2 fun waterparks and 1 very lively waterfront packed with bars and clubs. All this plus Minoan ruins and Rethymnon for daytrips.
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Kokkini Hani
Holidays to Kokkini Hani take you to a laid-back place between Heraklion and Hersonissos. This super trio guarantees beaches, designer shops and lots of Minoan ruins.
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Malia
Malia’s known for up-all-night partying and great beaches. But behind the big personality, holidays to Malia offer up a sensitive side, too – with sugarcube churches and laid-back tavernas in the hidden old town.
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Stalis
Holidays to Stalis take you to a chilled-out town that's just minutes from lively Malia, meaning you've got the best of worth worlds on your doorstep.
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Analipsi
You’ll get an old-friend welcome with holidays to Analipsi. This coastal village has stuck to its roots, and invites you in to the slow lane courtesy of laid-back tavernas and a relaxed beach scene.
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Anissaras
Holidays to Anissaras pop you in one of the quieter corners of Crete, where beach days reign supreme.
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Piskopiano Village
Holidays to Piskopiano Village dish up a slice of real Crete. You get awe-inspiring views, plenty of authentic tavernas – and sandy beaches close by.
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Koutouloufari
Holidays to Koutouloufari give you the best of both worlds – peaceful and authentic surroundings, plus easy access to lively towns like Hersonissos.
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Kamilari
Holidays to Kamilari take you to a picturesque hilltop village in southern Crete. Eat your way round the authentic tavernas and kafenions, before chilling out on the beach down the road.
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Lyttos Beach
Holidays to Lyttos Beach put a long stretch of powder-soft sand on your doorstep. You've got the friendly bars and restaurants in the village of Analipsi next door, too. Plus, lively Hersonissos is just along the road.
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Gournes
Holidays to Gournes offer up barefaced beauty, ancient treasures and pindrop-peaceful beaches. Plus, you've got easy access to the nightlife that buzzes along Crete's north coast.
