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One of the most beautiful and popular holiday destinations in the Mediterranean, Crete has so much to offer it’s visitors that not only will it take their breath away but it will entice them to return again and again to explore and discover all the marvels that this exquisite and tranquil island has to offer them.

There is so much history, cultural heritage, fine food  and exciting music to learn about and enjoy that visitors will find themselves immersed in one of the most important and ancient civilizations that was established on this island long before anywhere else in Europe. The island has flourished from the Minoan period to become a unique and distinctly individual Greek society that welcomes visitors with open arms.

With the quaint fishing villages, endless white sand beaches and the architectural beauty of the old world, tourists flock here knowing that the time they spend in Crete will be the best they would ever hope to enjoy, whether relaxing on a quiet beach or visiting the areas of interest that are everywhere to be found on the island.

There are so many restaurants on the island where visitors can taste the delights on the menus in a restful and peaceful environment that is so typical of Crete. Visitors feel pampered from the moment they arrive and smiling is a natural thing to do in Crete because everyone here is happy.

If it is the ruins around Crete that visitors want to discover and explore, there are tours that are well organised and planned, making visiting these sites both enjoyable and informative. The island boasts having the first Palace ever built in the world which is situated in Knossos. The Minoans loved this island and seeing all the beauty of the coast and the treasures that can be found inland, it is easy to understand why they did. But if it is the sunshine that tourists are longing for, then Crete will offer them gorgeous peaceful beaches where they can bathe in endless sunshine and watch the incredible sunsets at the end of the day. There are beautiful hotels, large and small, that will cater for the holiday makers every need ensuring that their vacation is a pleasant experience they will never forget.

Travelling around Crete could not be easier and there are many rental companies who rent out cars at very affordable prices. Visitors can choose from a selection of vehicles so whether it is a family of five or just a couple who need to hire a car, there is the perfect sized one available to hire.

Our purpose is to keep you informed about the news of Crete and present some useful holiday and travel tips for Crete’s travelers.