One of the Greek islands most famous holiday destinations, Crete essentially caters for every taste.
Yet while its better-known resorts are equipped for tourism and busy nightlife, vast areas remain beautifully untouched. Among the many reasons to holiday in Crete are its lively cities, shopping havens, historical sites, endless beaches and natural curiosities. Accommodations set near quiet coves, secluded beaches and invigorating mountain villages steeped in traditional Greek life, culture, charm and pure romance. There are countless things to do and see in Crete. Walks, climbs, drives and rides take you across striking plateaux, dramatic mountains and stunning seascapes. . Swimming, watersports, fishing, diving, skiing and snorkelling are in abundance around Crete’s coastline.

Chania, Heraklio, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Malia, Hersonissos,

Footscapes on Crete || Villa Accommodation and Walks on Crete. Footscapes offers modern, comfortable villa accommodation in the beautiful and unspoilt Crete countryside just south of Rethymno. Open all year round, Footscapes is the perfect place to escape and unwind. Your hosts, Liz and Paul, offer optional guided walks to guests of Footscapes. Come and try Crete in Greece for a walking holiday in the Mediterranean sunshine ....

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Platanias.com & Kolimpari.com || everything from busy nightlife to peaceful village atmosphere! Platanias and Agia Marina villages is situated on the western part of Crete just 10 kilometers from the City of Chania.
Chania is the largest city in the  western part of Crete island.The isle of Gavdos south of Hania is the southest part in Europe! It has become a very popular destination with many attractions  and breathtaking sceneries. Platanias is also famous about its soft big sandy sunny beach. Here you can warm yourself with the Cretan sun and local hospitality. All over the Island there are quality hotels but I am sure that they are the best in western.

Crete is an island that has something for everyone. It is very popular with British tourists although all nationalities
can be seen here. Crete beaches are ideal for people looking for a beach based holiday. Most of beaches are covered in golden sands that lead down to the crystal clear waters. Some of the beaches are also located in a picturesque setting, backed by snow-capped mountains.
The majority of the accommodation ranges from 2-4-stars although there are also a number of 5-star Crete hotels. The island has the longest of all the summer seasons on the Greek islands as it is the most southerly. summer season lasts from April until October and it tends to be very hot and dry and then mild in the winter. However all year round, weather in Crete is good making it an ideal holiday destination