Discover the Exotic Beaches of Crete with Palm Trees

Located about 35km south of Rethymno and 10km east of Plakias, Preveli is a renowned beach destination in south Crete. With the Grand River (Megalos Potamos) flowing out of the imposing Kourtaliotikos Gorge and forming a 500m long small lake, the area is home to a large colony of Theophrastus palm trees, giving the region...Read More

Vai is a picturesque beach located within the charming east Crete, renowned for its impressive palm grove with the Cretan Date Palm (Phoenix theophrasti). Its name is derived from the Greek word for ‘palm’, and the grove is renowned for being the largest of its kind in Europe, boasting more than 5,000 trees. As for...Read More

Situated 2.5km south of Agios Nikolaos, Almiros Beach is a popular destination that is shaped by the mouth of the Almiros River. Aside from the beach, the Almiros wetland is also a protected area, characterized by tall eucalyptus trees, reeds and a few palm trees, and is home to several rare birds. The beach is...Read More

Martsalo is a secluded beach in the west Asterousia Range, located just a few kilometers away from the “horn” of Messara Plain, the Cape Lithino. It is located 80 km southwest of Heraklion. To get there, one must follow the dirt road that starts at the Odigitria Monastery and heads to Lithino Cape; the right...Read More

Pefkias is a secluded and arid region located in southern Crete, between the villages of Rodakino and Plakias, 43km from Rethymno. This rugged landscape is home to a few small beaches that can only be accessed by boat or via a dirt track connecting Souda beach to Korakas beach. From east to west, these beaches...Read More

Aspri Limni, known as the White Lake, is a secret beach situated 500m west of the Chrysoskalitissa Monastery and 70km southwest of the city of Chania. It has yet to be discovered by the tourism industry, leaving this paradise untouched. Along the shoreline, visitors will find a mix of soft white sand and rocks, while...Read More

Nestled in the heart of east Crete, Stalis is a popular seaside resort, located between the bustling town of Malia and the quaint village of Hersonissos. Originally set up by the residents of Mochos, Stalis has become a much-loved destination for tourists, especially families. The resort offers a wealth of amenities, including hotels, restaurants, bars,...Read More

Situated 96km east of Agios Nikolaos and 26km east of Sitia, the area of Itanos is home to the archaeological site of the same name, as well as the three consecutive bays of Erimoupolis. A unique experience here is to snorkel above the ruins as part of the ancient city has been identified under the...Read More