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Platanes Holidays
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Holidays to Platanes are all about kicking back on a golden beach – and maybe spotting a sea turtle or two.
Seaside scene
Life at this north-coast town revolves around the beach scene, and it's easy to see why. Platanes claims the widest and sandiest patch of an eight-kilometre stretch – plenty of space to lay down your towel. As expected, there are plenty of seafront bars and eateries close by, too.
Turtle time
Keep your eye on the beach's conservation zone from May to September, and you might be lucky enough to spot a local celeb. Loggerhead turtles arrive here during the summer season to lay their eggs. Keep your eyes peeled for a few freshly hatched babies dashing for the surf.
Day-to-night trips
The town of Rethymnon's only a 10-minute drive away and provides many a photo op, with its cobbled streets, picturesque harbour and huge fortress. In the evenings, its nightclubs are popular with the party crowd, while on Thursdays, its market stalls are piled high with the freshest local foods.
At a glance
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Lounge around on the sandy beach
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Watch out for sea turtle eggs nestled on the shore
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Take a trip into historical Rethymnon
