Things To Do in Crete
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Get some retail therapy in Heraklion
Gouves can cover you for supermarkets, souvenir and clothes shops, most of which sit along the main road. But there’s... Read More
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Listen to Bouzouki music on the main squares
Listen to Bouzouki music on the main squares
Around the squares of Venizelou and Eleftherias you’ll find laidback kafenions, cocktail bars and cheery pubs – they’re... Read More
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Explore the surrounding countryside on horseback
Explore the surrounding countryside on horseback
Stalis is surrounded by olive-covered mountains which offer glorious views out t... Read More
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Shop with the locals at Chania's Agora
Shop with the locals at Chania's Agora
Even if you’re not buying, it’s worth a visit to Chania’s covered market on Taxi... Read More
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Have a night out in Platanias
Have a night out in Platanias
Aghia Marina and Platanias both step up a gear in the evening. The 2 villages ar... Read More
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Zoom down the slides at a waterpark in Crete
Zoom down the slides at a waterpark in Crete
Crete’s collection of waterparks has something for big and little kids alike. Ac... Read More
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Stretch out on the sand
Stretch out on the sand
Platanes Beach is a definite head turner. This Blue Flag beauty rolls out along ... Read More
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Spot scorpion fish at Aghia Pelagia Beach
Spot scorpion fish at Aghia Pelagia Beach
Aghia Pelagia Beach has good diving credentials. You’ll find shacks along the sh... Read More
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Destinations in Crete
Top Destinations
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Chania area
Holidays to the Chania area of Greece revolve around the beach, but there's a gorge to hike and ruins to explore when you want a break from the sand.
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Heraklion area
Holidays to the Heraklion area of Crete have something to offer around the clock, starting with early morning sunbathing stints on the beach and ending in dusk-til-dawn clubbing.
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Rethymnon area
Beach time tops the priority list during holidays to the Rethymnon area, but if you're willing to leave your sunlounger, you'll be rewarded by the region's history and locally-made wine.