Yes, yes. You read that right. You can have a cheap holiday in Crete, but full of rich experiences. I am the type of person who just wants a room with a clean bed, shower and toilet. I am not a fan of super luxury AI hotels, with heated pool, spa and free massage. Also,… Read More Cheap holiday, rich experiences
Like I mentioned in my previous post, Heraklion as a city doesn’t have a beach, like Rethymno or Chania, for example. However, in the area (on a 25km radius, both east and west) there are some nice ones, most of them suitable for families with children (fine sand, smooth entry in the sea, sunbeds and… Read More Nice beaches in Heraklion area
Heraklion is the capital city of Crete and also the biggest one. Although it doesn’t have a beach (the closest one is in Ammoudara, in the west part of the city), there are many things to do and see. It has a tourist open bus that operates as hop-on-hop-off and stops at the main attractions: Knossos Palace,… Read More Things to do and see in Heraklion
When people mention Hersonissos, the first thing that comes to their minds is “oh, that’s the Ibiza of Crete”. That’s because it is famous for its clubs, beach parties and nightlife. It is the preferred location for young people, that party until daylight. Also, with its large offer of all-inclusive and luxury resorts it is… Read More Lychnostatis Open Air Museum – the hidden gem of Hersonissos
The journey through Cretan history continues today with the Archaeological Site of Malia. It is the 3rd largest Minoan site on the island, after Knossos (d’oh!) and Phaistos. According to the legend, Sarpedon, the 3rd son of Zeus and Europe and brother of King Minos of Knossos, ruled here. As its big brothers, the palace… Read More Malia Palace and Archaeological Site
Hello there! My previous posts have been about general stuff, but now it’s time to talk about Crete and it’s must see places. A little bit of history to start with. Well, this land is always seen as the cradle of the Europe and ancient Greece, as history records tell us. And that is because… Read More Knossos Archaeological Site – a small tour
In my previous post I have presented in details the traffic rules in Crete, which are available all over Greece. Now, let’s see how it is to drive in Crete. I am a professional passenger 😊 . With that being said, I pay much more attention to details and the surroundings than the driver, who… Read More How to drive properly in Crete
One important thing to know before driving a car in Crete is that the Greek traffic law is one of the toughest in Europe, huge sanctions and fines are applied and your driver’s license can be easily suspended, even if you are a tourist. Please take note on the below rules: 1. Driver’s license suspended… Read More Traffic rules in Greece and Crete
As mentioned in my previous post, you can get around Crete by bus or public transportation. It is cheap, clean and very well organized. Like other Mediterranean islands, including countries (Malta and Cyprus, for example), the only mean of public transport in Crete is by bus, divided in local and inter-city. Local buses are the… Read More Public transportation in Crete
Being a big island, you have several options for moving around: by car, bus (public transportation), by taxi or by private driver. Also, you have other small options, such as ATV, scooter, boat or organized excursions. Let’s discuss the first option in more details. There will be separate posts about each one. By car This… Read More Renting a car in Crete
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