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Amoudara
Amoudara holidays give you a top-calibre sandy beach to base yourself around, just a short cab ride from Heraklion and its historic highlights.
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Gouves
Holidays to Gouves give you all the delights of a rural village, as well as sun-kissed beaches and cultural landmarks right on your doorstep.
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Hersonissos
Hersonissos holidays break the Cretan mould. It swaps out the usual historic sites and traditional villages for action-packed beaches and lively nightlife – and that's why people love it.
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Kokkini Hani
Kokkini Hani holidays are as traditionally Greek as souvlaki skewers with a side of ouzo.
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Malia
Holidays to Malia promise nightlife to rival Ibiza's, ancient ruins to explore, and the best beach this side of Crete.
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Stalis
Holidays to Stalis promise long, laidback days on some of the best beaches Crete has to offer.
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Analipsi
Along with dreamy beaches and lashings of laidback Cretan charm, holidays to Analipsi serve up ancient history on a platter.
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Matala Beach Festival, Matala
Matala was once a European hangout for singers like Janice Joplin and Bob Dylan – and today the village keeps the h... Read More
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Visit Zeus' tomb
Visit Zeus' tomb
Drive for around 40 minutes and you’ll reach Mount Juktas. This peak’s just a few kilometres from the Palace of Kno... Read More
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Enjoy some retail therapy in Heraklion
Enjoy some retail therapy in Heraklion
There isn’t much to buy in quiet Koutouloufari. There’s only... Read More
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Pick your sandy spot
Pick your sandy spot
Agkisaras’ beach is just one in a string of around a dozen b... Read More
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Nikis Bar, 25 Martiou Street
Nikis Bar, 25 Martiou Street
This cocktail bar is in prime position next to the beach, so... Read More
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Meet the fish at Aquaworld Aquarium
Meet the fish at Aquaworld Aquarium
At this popular aquarium, you can pose for photos with hundr... Read More
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Go clubbing in Hersonissos
Go clubbing in Hersonissos
Sunbeds by day and clubland by night – the waterfront in Her... Read More
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Spend the day at Star Beach
Spend the day at Star Beach
Out of the resort’s trio, Star Beach wins the popularity con... Read More
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Spend an evening in a friendly Kafenion
Spend an evening in a friendly Kafenion
Nightlife in Kamilari centres on a couple of kafenions aroun... Read More
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Hike to the ruins at Phaistos
Hike to the ruins at Phaistos
The Minoan ruins at Phaistos are nearby – it’s a 10-minute d... Read More
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Relax on Malia Central Beach
Relax on Malia Central Beach
Six kilometres of golden sand are divvied up between Malia’s... Read More
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Browse designer shops
Browse designer shops
You’ll find much more than the usual tourist souvenirs here ... Read More
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Tour a bit of traditional Greece in Analipsi
Tour a bit of traditional Greece in Analipsi
Just a few minutes’ walk from Lyttos Beach is the village of... Read More
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Linger over meze in a taverna
Linger over meze in a taverna
Nightlife in Gournes is all about soaking up the friendly at... Read More
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Soak up the sun on Anissaras Beach
Soak up the sun on Anissaras Beach
The shoreline around Anissaras is peppered with pockets of s... Read More
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Go diving at St George’s Cave
Go diving at St George’s Cave
One of the most popular boat trips from Anissaras takes you ... Read More
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Yiasou
Yiasou
Yiasou’s jungle décor is made all the more convincing by Lar... Read More
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Go shopping on Beach Road
Go shopping on Beach Road
You’ll find everything you need and more in the shops along ... Read More
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Retrace the past in Spinalonga
Retrace the past in Spinalonga
Spinalonga hit the headlines a few years ago as the setting ... Read More
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Eat traditional Greek food in the old town
Eat traditional Greek food in the old town
Away from the main strip, you can try traditional Greek good... Read More
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Visit Malia’s Minoan Palace
Visit Malia’s Minoan Palace
Just 3 kilometres outside of Malia, you’ll find the ruins of... Read More
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Chill out on Stalis Beach
Chill out on Stalis Beach
Just a few kilometres from Hersonissos, this beach is the re... Read More
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Quaff a carafe in Archanes
Quaff a carafe in Archanes
The mountain village of Archanes has been in the summer holi... Read More
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Tuck into traditional food
Tuck into traditional food
Piskopiano really punches above its weight when it comes to ... Read More
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Destinations in Heraklion Area
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Anissaras
Anissaras holidays pitch up on a beach-bridled corner of Crete's coastline.
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Piskopiano Village
Holidays to Piskopiano Village are a feast for the eyes, with sweeping views and historic sights within easy reach.
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Koutouloufari
Holidays to Koutouloufari on the Greek island of Crete combine lazy, lingering evenings with action-packed daytrips for the whole family.
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Kamilari
Holidays to Kamilari are unhurried affairs, with blissful views, authentic Greek food and warm welcomes from friendly locals.
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Lyttos Beach
Holidays to Lyttos Beach deliver on all the essentials for an island getaway, such as good food, sandy beaches and relaxation.
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Gournes
Holidays to Gournes on the island of Crete are made of relaxing moments and plenty of family-friendly activities.
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Agkisaras
On holidays to Agkisaras, chilled-out beach days are at the top of the menu, with a hefty helping of historical sights on the side.
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