Are you looking for the real feel of an authentic Cretan village? Then Archanes is just the place to be! Within short distance from Heraklion and the archeological site of Knossos Palace, this is a destination that will travel you back in time. Consisting of the upper and lower villages, Archanes is embraced by the …
Following the upward road from the seaside village of Myrtos, you will reach the magnificent Sarakina Gorge in a few miles. Due to its proximity to the village, it is also called Myrtos Gorge. No matter how you call it, however, it is equally thrilling and welcomes you to a hiking experience of exemplary beauty. …
Located in the southwestern part of Crete, the imposing Samaria Gorge stands out among the other equally impressive natural landscapes on the island. This place has been a national park ever since 1962, attracting thousands of travelers from all over the world to Chania region on a daily basis. As the longest trekking gorge in …
At an altitude of 220 meters above ground and right next to Melidoni and Panormo villages in Rethymno, one of the most significant landscapes in Crete awaits for you to discover. Gerontospilios (meaning the Old Cave) Melidoni Cave definitely ranks among the finest attractions in the wider area. Dating back to the Neolithic era, this …
Cretan cuisine is synonymous to the Mediterranean Diet. Filled with seasonal fruits and vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, legumes and low fat dairy, lean protein and scarce meat consumption, this type of diet has been characterized as the closest thing to culinary perfection. And besides being extra healthy, it tastes great! No wonder the local …
Crete is a marvelous destination in Greece, filled with nature’s bliss and a plethora of places combined to perfection. Have you ever imagined that there is an island where you cansee snowy peaks and beaches of golden sand? A place where hiking trails and wild cliffs are fused with fertile plains and olive groves? An …
The past is brought to light at the archaeological site of Amnissos. It is the area of Paleochora. In this place people have lived since the Middle Minoan era. The first excavations on site took place in the 1920s. They revealed remains of an impressive archaeological monument. It is a Minoan villa located within proximity …
On 1st October 2017, every Cretan will be at Arkalochori. But Crete Half Marathon is an international meeting point. Celebrating life and wellness, on the first Sunday of October there will be a huge event. Crete Half Marathon includes running races of 1 kilometer, 5 kilometers and 10 kilometers. Who Can Race Crete half Marathon? …
Crete is the largest island of Greece and offers unforgettable experiences to all travelers. It is a place filled with unspoiled natural beauty and amazing landscapes. Cretan hospitality is world renowned and the same goes for the local gastronomy. So it is only fair that visitors from all over the world flock the island, for …
Crete, one of the finest destinations all around the world for experiences that stay with you for a lifetime! Although Crete attracts thousands of travelers every year, it can be chaotic due to its size. Where should you go first, what should you include in your bucket list? To avoid confusion, we have created a …
NJV Athens Plaza, located in the heart of Athens, recently received the “We do local” certification, after successfully adopting the initiative’s proposed standards to better promote local hospitality and culture. According to an announcement, the hotel was certified for supporting local producers and the economy and for actively contributing to the protection of the environment and the promotion of …
The island of Crete in Greece is considered the third “Best European Destination” by Money magazine, mainly due to its numerous attractions and competitive prices. Money is a magazine that is published by Time Inc. and includes articles that cover personal finance topics ranging from investing, saving, retirement and taxes to family finance issues. Taking …
Crete, Santorini and Rhodes are included in the top 20 destinations of tripadvisor.com top Travelers’ Choice Destinations in Europe for 2017, based on the preferences and reviews of travelers. According to travelers’ opinion, Crete is fourth most popular destination in Europe, Santorini is the 16th and Rhodes is the 18th. Crete also came in sixth …
Holi Fest Crete Τhe colored festival will travel to Chania, Rethymnon and Heraklion starting from Chania, on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at ABEA parking, Kanaris Coast, Nea Chora. Known djs and live acts of the island are framing the line up of the festival. Acrobats, dancers, sky dancers and many more happenings promise to entertain …
The “burning of Judas” is a unique tradition which revives in areas of Greece every Easter, attracting crowds of people who want to admire the “punishment” of the avarice traitor. Nowadays, this tradition can express a strong need for shaking off any kind of betrayal. The “Judas Iscariot” who betrayed Jesus for “thirty pieces of …
Chania, Crete’s second largest city, is the major town of the Prefecture of Chania which is the very western province of the island. Chania’s beauty is mainly attributed to the fact that the city has maintained all of its characteristics from the time of the Venetian rule. The picturesque scenery and the city’s rich history, …
Every year in Rethymno, for almost a whole month, the city plays host to a succession of fun-filled celebrations, bringing together locals and visitors who participate in this carnival because they love to enjoy every moment of their lives. You will see groups of people sitting together in traditional cafés (kafeneia) drinking “tsikoudiá” (raki), tasting …
Cliff Diving 2016 show in Agios Nikolaos, Crete At the last weekend of August, the municipality of Agios Nikolaos and the World High Diving Federation organize a high diving show in Agios Nikolaos. The cliffs at Lake Voulismeni, placed directly in the centre of the city, are perfect for the ten international cliff divers to …
The pink beaches of Crete The travel portal wonderslist.com has assigned two beaches of Crete in the Top 10 of the most spectacular pink beaches in the world. These beaches give the impression that they descend from a magical world, however they there real, exotic and unforgettable. The sand’s pink color is attributed to the …
Herakleion is the largest city of Crete and the capital of the island. Keeping the Cretan character evident, Herakleion is a city that never seazes to amzes and will reward anyonw who chooses to visit. We present to you the top 5 sightseeing you can do if you find yourself in Herakleion, Crete! 1. Knossos …