by Violeta Matei | Jun 30, 2021
Crete is the largest Greek island and an awesome vacation destination. It is one of the Greek islands that have airports. Whatever your travel style, your passions and your budget, you’ll find something to love about Crete. This travel guide shares information...
by Violeta Matei | Jul 2, 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...
by Violeta Matei | Jul 6, 2018
What’s the first name that comes to mind when you think about Chania beaches? Most people would think of Elafonisi, the pink sand beach on the southwesternmost peninsula of Crete. Although beautiful, Elafonisi is far from being representative for all beaches in...
by Violeta Matei | Feb 12, 2020
Located in the northwest of Crete, Chania boasts some of the most amazing beaches on the island. I’ve covered my favorite beaches in Chania, here, but I feel that Seitan Limania Beach (also known as Stefanou Beach) deserves an article of its own. This sandy...
by Violeta Matei | Jul 22, 2021
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...
by Violeta Matei | Jan 9, 2020
If someone told you that you could go on a Greek island and you had to visit a fresh water lake, would you believe it? Lake Kournas is at 45 km from Chania Town and it is the only freshwater natural lake on Crete. You can reach it by car, via VOAK, the road that...