Fodele Beach is situated just 26km northwest of Heraklion and 3km north of the village of Fodele, the believed birthplace of renowned painter, Domenikos Theotokopoulos, also known as El Greco. It is accessible via the National Road connecting Heraklion and Chania, and is composed of a sandy beach, exposed to north winds and sheltered on...Read More
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
Agia Pelagia, located just 21km west of Heraklion, is a bustling tourist resort surrounded by several picturesque coves and beautiful beaches. The main beach of the settlement is a long and narrow beach with sand and turquoise waters, often calm due to the protection of the nearby Cape Souda. This beach provides a variety of...Read More
The region between Platani and Sitia airport is an area of vast empty lands with sparse vegetation and wild jagged rocks, where there are no roads. This region is referred to as Melissokipi (aka Bee Gardens) and is crossed by numerous deep streams that end in the sea and are even more prominent during the...Read More
Perched on the east end of the village of Tsoutsouras, just 500 meters away, lies Pourgonero beach. This remote beach is part of the Tsoutsouras Bay and is located in front of the Sarakinos hill. According to legend, beneath this place lies the eternal sarcophagus of King Minos, the King of Knossos in Greek mythology....Read More
Situated 91km south of Iraklion and 54km southwest of Agios Nikolaos, Tertsa is a small village boasting a tranquil and peaceful beach, with coarse gray sand, as well as the picturesque and secluded cove of Vourdolakos or Chlia. This beach is made up of several consecutive bays, with short rocky parts that are ideal for...Read More
Located just 26km east of Chania, Ombros Gialos (or Omprosgialos) is a picturesque beach situated on the east coast of Drapanokefala. Known for its crystal clear waters and rocky shoreline, the beach is a popular spot for swimming and snorkeling. There is a small harbor nearby with a dock, offering swimmers a safe place to...Read More
Located a mere 7km west of Rethymnon, the beach of Kamari is nestled near the village of Gerani, at the exit of Vederi Gorge. The highway connecting Chania and Rethymnon runs along the shore, above the bridge of Gerani, which is adjacent to the beach. Frequented by snorkelers, Kamari’s shore is relatively small and pebbly,...Read More
Skiadaki is a tiny and spectacular beach situated at the end of the unspoiled gorge of Kakoperatos. This beach is located 66 kilometers south of Heraklion and 10 kilometers south of Achendrias village, on the eastern side of the Asterousia Mountains. It is one of the most isolated beaches of Crete and is comprised of...Read More
Located 58km south of Rethymnon city, the peaceful coastal village of Agios Pavlos (St. Paul) is nestled in a secluded bay, making it an ideal spot for a tranquil family holiday. Here, visitors will find a stunning beach with blue-green waters, a rocky seabed, and basic services such as umbrellas, sunbeds, and pedal boats. Additionally,...Read More
