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Gavdos, The Calypso’s Paradise

The beautiful islet of Gavdos lies southern of Crete. It is a small island ideal for relaxation, tranquility and isolation. Gavdos is a hidden paradise with fantastic beaches giving an amazing sense of freedom and simplicity. According to mythology, Gavdos is the island where the nymph Calypso held captive Odysseus for several years, who had …

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The trip to the exotic beach of Elafonisi and the neighboring Kedrodasos

Starting from the cities of Chania or Kissamos, we recommend you to rent a car and make a delightful day trip towards the exotic beach of Elafonisi and the unique Kedrodasos beach. From the main motorway follow the road to the village “Kaloudiana” and head south through a magical route. You will pass the picturesque …

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Top 5 archaeological sites of Crete

The beautiful island of Crete has a long and rich history over the years, with a special emphasis on the Minoan Period. In Crete you can visit important archaeological sites along its entire length and width, thus knowing better the history and tradition of the island. We suggest, by hiring a car, to visit the …

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Where to go in Crete: the highlights in every region

Are you planning your summer vacation and wonder where to go in Crete? Well, this question is more complicated than you may think as Crete is significantly larger than any other Greek island. That means it is better to choose one prefecture and explore this area, unless you have 3-4 weeks for your holidays. The …

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Road trip in Heraklion: 4 wonderful places to visit you didn’t know about

If you rent a car in Heraklion, we recommend you doing a road trip to explore this interesting prefecture, which is full of beautiful resorts, stunning beaches and significant historical sites. You may already know that you should definitely visit the Minoan sites of Phaistos and Knossos, the hippies’ beach Matala, the touristic resorts Hersonissos, …

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Everything you need to know about Samaria Gorge

Did you know that Samaria Gorge is the longest canyon in Europe? It is the most important natural landmark in Crete and the second most popular point of interest on the island after the Minoan Palace of Knossos. If you rent a car in Chania, we recommend you exploring the wider region around the town, …

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