Crete is not only its stunning beaches and the crystal-clear turquoise sea waters. Crete is a geological wonder with impressive gorges, high mountains and wild landscape. The White Mountains, Psiloritis and Mt. Dikti hide amazing geological and historical treasures in mythical caves. These caves are wonderful destinations for each traveller, who wants to go off-the-beaten-path …
Category: Crete Attractions
5 interesting and significant museums to visit in Crete
Are you a culture lover? Are you the kind of traveller, who wants to explore the history and civilisation of each destination? Then, Crete is your place. The island is full of important ancient sites as well as significant museums, where you can be informed about various historical eras in Crete. The museums are located …
The top 6 things to do in Stalis
Stalis is one of the most interesting touristic resorts in Crete and one of the best choices if you want to go off-the-beaten-path. As it is located in the prefecture of Heraklion, between two other major resorts, Malia and Hersonissos, Stalis is not as widely known as the other resorts, giving you the opportunity to …
The history of Spinaloga islet
Have you read the book of Victoria Hislop “The Island”? This world best seller describes the lives of the lepers during the early 20th century in the islet of Spinaloga, which is located across the village of Plaka in eastern Crete, in a close distance to Elounda in the prefecture of Lassithi. If you rent …
4 amazing things to do in Elounda
Elounda is one of the most popular resorts in Crete with sandy beaches, luxury hotels that attract celebrities from all over the world and interesting things to do. It is located in the prefecture of Lassithi, which is the most exotic place on the whole island. If you rent a car in Crete, you can …
Ierapetra: what to do in the beautiful resort of southern Crete
Ierapetra is a small town in the southern side of the Greek island Crete, in the prefecture of Lassithi, whose capital is Agios Nikolaos. It overlooks the Libyan Sea, has very good weather all-year long, and it is definitely an off-the-beaten-track choice for those wanting something different, a journey away from mass tourism. Sites and …