Crete – the island that has it all!
Crete is a mini version of Greece, meaning that all we love about Greece is found in Crete! No matter how you are travelling, either with friends, family or your special partner, Crete will captivate your soul and put a spell on you immediately. Let’s see why…
The island is home to a fabulous diversity of bays, making your summer holiday exquisite! Each bay offers something different that you are bound to find the exact beach for you, ranging from small isolated coves to bustling spots. Elafonissi and Balos Lagoon should be top of your Beach List, as both seem to be taken out of a paradise-like postcard.
Crete is where the ancient Minoan civilisation and culture was born and thrived. The impressive Palace of Knossos is one of the most visited sites in Greece and Europe as it symbolises the glorious past of Greece. Apart from the Palace of Knossos, Crete resembles an open-air museum which showcases infinite ancient ruins, soaring castles, impressive temples as well as old picturesque harbours and fascinating architecture that transport you to ancient times.
The Samaria Gorge National Park is all the reason you need to hop on a plane headed for Crete. In fact, the 10-mile natural park, which overflows with natural beauties, is a sight for sore eyes. If heaven was on earth, Samara Gorge would be it! the park overflows with wonderful waterfalls, rare flora and fauna, mountains as well as unique wild animals.
Cretan food is part of the Cretans mentality, philosophy and way of life. Food to them is not just numerous dishes placed on a table, but rather an experience and passion. All traditional dishes are made with love, adding to its delicious taste. What’s more all dishes are made using pure and natural ingredients like olive oil, fresh greens and herbs taken from the fields of the island. Dining is a ritual, where families gather around the table to socialise and indulge in the flavoured dishes. A top dish to try is gamopilafo!
What especially marks Crete is a wonderful tourist destination is its unique culture, which seems to remain untouched by time. Crete fuses the old and new so perfectly, that it is hard to escape its magical grip. Crete is home to numerous old towns, where although the buildings and stoned alleys seem to have been taken out of a medieval scene, they are vibrant and bustling with life luring the crowds in to lose themselves within their cobblestoned alleys. One of the finest and most charismatic is Chania’s Old Town, whereby its narrow-winding streets are filled with treasures and surprises.
And last but not least, the place to stay when in Crete is Louis Creta Princess Aquapark & Spa!