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Eat meze next to Voulismeni Lake
Dozens of tavernas and restaurants line the lake. Do like the locals and kick off your meal with meze – a selection of... Read More
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Taverna Eva
Taverna Eva
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Taverna Eva is a family-run restaurant that has a well-earned reputation as... Read More
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Go shopping on Beach Road
Go shopping on Beach Road
You’ll find everything you need and more in the shops along Beach Road – whether... Read More
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Make a night of it on 25 Martiou Street
Make a night of it on 25 Martiou Street
Nightlife tends to stay pretty relaxed in Aghios Nikolaos – most people head to ... Read More
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Have a quiet day on the beach
Have a quiet day on the beach
For a real do-not-disturb day, follow the main beach to its furthest point – her... 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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Get a load of Ancient Greek architecture
Get a load of Ancient Greek architecture
One of Crete’s oldest, and most popular, sites is the ancient Palace of Knossos.... Read More
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Join the all-night party on Malia’s strip
Join the all-night party on Malia’s strip
The fun never stops in Malia. You’ll find all the best clubs – Candy Club, the F... Read More
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Hang out on Malia’s main beach
Hang out on Malia’s main beach
Malia’s Glozanie Beach is full of atmosphere, packed to the rafters with sun-see... 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 Gouves holidays, you get two for the price of one. First, there’s, the seaside resort of Kato Gouves, which is known for its sandy Blue Flag beaches. Then there’s the traditional village of Ano Gouves on the hillside above. The Cretaquarium is also nearby. It’s one of Europe's largest aquariums, and it’s particularly popular with families.
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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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Sissi
Holidays to Sissi centre around the village's natural fjord-like harbour, which is lined with traditional seafood tavernas. This north coast resort is a peaceful alternative to nearby Malia, offering relaxed swimming at small bays like Boufos Beach and Avlaki Beach instead of large commercial strips.
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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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Ierapetra
Holidays to Ierapetra take you to sandy beaches and historic fortresses in one of the most southern towns in Europe.
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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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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.
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Matala
Holidays to Matala are a showcase of hippie culture, history and nature in equal measures.