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Crete
Crete, Greece is the biggest island of Greece loaded with everything from Greek cuisines, historic forts to exquisite scenery. Some say it is a small “country” by itself. Thus, there are lots and lots of things to do in Crete, Greece. Planning your vacations? If you are wondering where to go this year, the answer is simple; Crete. Due to its rich culture and large size, Crete is perfect to go with your loved ones and offers amazing things to do as we will explain. Many returns to the island again and again, as you need many summers to explore it in and out.
Sensational Best Beaches in Crete 2021
What are the best beaches in Crete, Greece, many ask us!
Indeed Crete is a massive Greek island, the largest island in Greece, and famous for its beautiful beaches, among...
The Best Crete to Santorini Ferry Guide 2021
Many wonder if there is a Crete to Santorini ferry. There are more than one, and we are here to provide you with all the info needed. The same...
30 Best Things to Do in Crete Greece 2021
Crete, Greece is the biggest island of Greece loaded with everything from Greek cuisines, historic forts to the exquisite scenery.
Some say it is a small "country" by itself. Thus,...
Adventure Activities to do in Crete
Better known for the extensive variety of natural environments it offers, the island of Crete, being the biggest of all Greek islands, is a heaven for those enjoying outdoor...
Akrotiri Chania, Greece Best Things To Do in 2021
The location of Akrotiri Chania is an extensive peninsula northwest of the prefecture of Chania, in Crete, which some of the most beautiful beaches on the island exist.
Akrotiri is...
Best Hiking Mount Ida Greece Trip 2021
If someone tells you they were hiking Mount Ida Crete (Mt Psiloritis), better ask them which part and which side.
Mount Ida Crete, also known as Psiloritis (translates to Tall...
Hiking Crete Greece Rethymnon Mountains
We couldn't leave without hiking Crete Greece. This island has so many mountains that they provoke you to hike them "if you dare".
The tough combination of really hot and...
Best Holidays in Crete Rethymno 2021 Guide
Here is another set of experiences we had during our holidays in Crete island, Greece. Have you read the other two with canyoning and Chania tours? Read them, please.
For...
Our Best Chania Crete Greece Experience
Chania Crete tours are fare more than walking tours. Not attending one is like not visiting that very city of Crete. Sounds too cocky? Well, it is not.
Only a...
Phaistos Disc & Knossos Greece Archaeological Site
When in Crete you need to visit some important archaeological locations like Phaistos, where Phaistos Disc was discovered.
Knossos is another famous archaeological location quite different from Phaistos.
Both are in...
Patsos Gorge Excellent Trekking in Crete Greece 2021
Patsos Gorge is a must explore one when hiking in Crete. It is near Rethymno, Crete. The gorge is almost all covered with trees, so there is plenty of...
Pervolakia Gorge in Crete Greece
Our experiences in Crete are escalating! Read about another famous gorge, part of our Crete Gorges trips. This is the Pervolakia gorge in Crete, also known as Moni Kapsa gorge due...
Gorges of Crete: Pefki Gorge
We really enjoyed the gorges of Crete. As you know, from our other stories, when there is a gorge (or an opportunity for hiking and trekking) we would grab it and...
Where to Stay in Crete Greece: 300 Years Old Traditional Houses
You have read our other post where we were searching on where to stay in Crete prior to our visit to Aspros Potamos traditional houses.
As you read we had...
Experience Crete Greece
How to experience Crete? This is the first of a series of articles that are related to a 300-year-old village, canyons and waterfalls, Knossos, and different parts of the...
Liquid Bungy Jumping Greece 138mt Free Fall
Heart pumping, excitement goes to Defcon 1, then you jump! Would you do it? Would you have your adrenaline spike high and experience an actual Bungy jumping free-fall? Would...
An Experience of A Cretan cycling tour
I have always loved cycling in a natural environment and I decided that I would like to try out a Cretan cycling tour holiday as I had heard that...
Safari Adventures in Crete Greece: Essense of Crete
When I first heard of Safari Adventures in Crete I thought, hey... It's close to Africa but that can't be it. It has to be something else. Perhaps they...
Why to Experience Sea Kayak Crete This Summer
Following our tradition to provide guest posts from experts, here is one for sea kayak in Crete.
Stelios really knows his territory (Crete) and shares some pretty nice insights. He...
Ha Canyon Crete Greece
Ha Canyon in Crete is a particularly beautiful, imposing and narrow canyon which has a very important place among the canyons of Crete and all other canyons and Greece.
It...