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Rethymno Travel Guide
Rethymno (alternative spelling Rethymnon) is one of the four prefectures of Crete. Rethymno Town is the capital of this regional unit. Rethymno Town is located on the North coast of Crete, between the towns of Chania and Heraklion. Founded by the Minoans, Rethymno was...
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How To Spend One Week in Crete [Not an Itinerary but an Active Vacation]
Do you only have one week available and you want to spend it in Crete? Most people will tell you that's way too little time for such a big island. Don't listen to anyone and just book your flights! You'll see amazing places in Crete wherever you may go, so it doesn't...
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How To Visit Thermopylae [See the Statue of King Leonidas & the Hot Gates]
Visiting Greece with a history buff will take you to places you've never thought to see. Thermopylae (alternative spelling Thermopyles, Thermopilai) in northern Greece is one of these famous places. Thermopylae is the mountain pass where King Leonidas and the 300...
Cretaquarium Thalassokosmos – Visiting Guide for 2021
If you're in Heraklion and you're seeking for activities to do with kids, take a look at this guide to visiting Cretaquarium Thalassokosmos. Your children are going to love every minute of this visit, you can take my word for it. What Is CretAquarium? Cretaquarium is...
Chania Old Town (Best Things To Do in the Venetian Harbor in 2021)
Chania Old Town is one of the most photographed landmarks on Crete and it's easy to understand why. The charm of the old Venetian architecture, the food, the music and the people are just as many reasons for you to fall in love with Chania from the very first visit....
Crete Travel Guide for 2021
Crete is the largest Greek island and an awesome vacation destination. Whatever your travel style, your passions and your budget, you'll find something to love about Crete. This travel guide shares information on how to get to Crete, where to stay, how to get around...
Greece 10-Day Itinerary & Road Trip from Athens
There are many ways to plan a Greece 10-day itinerary. You can focus on the mainland, on some islands or on a mix of the two. You can drive, fly or sail. When it comes to spending 10 days in Greece, the sky is the limit in terms of possibilities. How Many Days Do You...
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Islands near Thessaloniki [or Very Easy to Reach]
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you say Greek Islands? If you're like most people, you'd think of Santorini, Mikonos or some other islands by south of Athens. Some would think of Corfu and some others of Crete, Zante or Rhodes. How many of you would...
Dion Archeological Park – Swamps, Sanctuaries and Dragonflies
Hidden between Mt. Olympus and the beach resorts on the Olympic Riviera, the archeological site of Dion is one of the most intriguing places in Pieria, in Northern Greece. A wetland scattered with statues, building fragments, ancient walls and sanctuaries, Dion is...
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You’ll find out how to enjoy a Greek island hopping adventure to the full by choosing your itinerary the smart way.
You’ll find a synopsis of the best Greece beaches, in order to choose your next Greek destination with ease. You’ll learn which is the best time to travel to Greece, and what are the most quiet Greek islands to visit.
You’ll find out how to plan a Greece vacation to have a wonderful time.
Many first-time Greece visitors choose Santorini, Mikonos or both islands. Some try to add Crete or Rhodos into the mix. Everyone wants a bit of Athens along the way.
Greece is a lot more than two-three islands and one city. The mainland is fabulous. Lesser known islands are amazingly beautiful and welcoming. The Greek mountains offer breathtaking landscapes and exciting hikes.
To all first-time travelers who want to step off the beaten path and to meet the deep, less touristy Hellenic spots, OffbeatGreece.com is the place to go to find actionable Greece travel planning information and itineraries you can copy exactly.
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I am Violeta, and I fell in love with Greece in 1996 when I visited this country for the first time.
I lived in Crete for one winter and I loved every minute of it. Crete is one of my favorite destinations in Greece. From Heraklion to Chania, and from Rethymno to Agia Galini, Matala, Ierapetra and Sitia, Cretan roads offer scenic drives, full of excitement and scattered with small tavernas where you can enjoy the most amazing home-cooked foods.
Greece was the country I had chosen to be my first home away from home. I find pleasure in returning for small vacations, long weekends, or adventurous road trips whenever I get a chance. I’m a short flight away from Athens.
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