Our Crete's selection takes in all the major hot-spots dotted along the island's northern coast from Chania on the western side all the way eastward to Aghios Nikolaos. Ranking as the largest of the Greek islands (approximately 250km long by 56km wide), Crete even boasts two airports. There is also no shortage of splendid scenery with a diversity of landscapes ranging from beautiful beaches to hidden coves, fertile plains, arid gorges, green plateaux and snowcapped mountains. Trendy resorts and picturesque sleepy villages... hip clubs and traditional tavernas... local markets and stylish boutiques... forgive the cliché, but Crete truly caters for all tastes and all ages. What perhaps makes Crete stand out from other destinations is the richness of its past preserved in historical sites, including the Palace of Knossos as well as the Archeological Museum in Heraklion, said to be the best shrine to the Minoan period.
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| This very cosmopolitan seaside town has a bustling atmosphere attractive to locals and tourists alike. |
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| Amoudara sits on a good stretch of beach about 6km west of Crete's capital Heraklion, and all of the activities it has to offer. |
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| Approximately 33km south-east of Heraklion and 15km south of Hersonissos, Avdou sits in the Lagada Valley, right at the foot of the Lassithi plateau mountain range and every season offers a particular interest in this ever-changing Cretan countryside. |
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| Positioned approximately 150km west of Heraklion, Chania is a splendid town that offers everything from elegant boutiques to fascinating street markets, museums and beautiful old buildings and a bustling harbour front lined by tavernas, fish restaurants and bars. |
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| Set around a pretty harbour and a main square with a variety of bars, tavernas and shops, Elounda offers a splendid choice of luxurious hotels that stretch along the coast just on the outskirts of the resort. |
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| Heraklion, Crete's capital offers a wealth of sightseeing opportunities including a fascinating archaeological museum. |
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| A pretty resort (26km from Heraklion) that offers a combination of sandy and shingle beaches set in between rocky coves. |
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| Set 37km from Heraklion, Malia is just as famous for its stunning sandy beach as it is for its amazing choice of nightlife. |
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| Just about 3km north of Elounda, Plaka is a tiny, peaceful resort with a handful of tavernas and a few traditional cafes set by the waterfront. |
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| This very popular and bustling seaside resort is located about 10km west of Chania. |
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| Located about 10km from Malia, Sissi is a quiet resort where most of the activity centres around its picturesque harbour, bars, tavernas and local Kafenions. |
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| Spilia is a typical and picturesque small inland village where time seems to have stood by. |
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