Local Guide • 6 min read September has a slightly different feeling in Crete. The island is still warm, the sea is still inviting and the evenings are […]
Driving in Crete for First-Time Visitors
Local Guide • 7 min read Driving in Crete for the first time can feel a little different from driving at home. The main roads are generally straightforward, […]
Mountain Roads Explained: What to Expect When Driving in Crete
Local Guide • 6 min read There is a moment on mountain roads in Crete when you look ahead and think: “Are we really supposed to drive up […]
Driving from Chania Airport: Everything Travelers Need to Know
Local Guide • 6 min read Landing at Chania Airport is usually straightforward. The slightly more confusing part can begin when you pick up your car and suddenly […]
Chania Old Town: A First-Time Visitor’s Guide
Local Guide • 7 min read If you’ve never been to Chania before, the Old Town is probably the place you’ll picture when someone mentions the city. Colourful […]
Only 2 Days in Crete? Here’s How We’d Spend Them
Local Guide • 7 min read There’s a moment that happens on almost every holiday in Crete. You look at the calendar, realise there are only two days […]
Calm Beaches in Crete: Where to Go When It’s Windy
Local Guide • 6 min read You’ve packed the beach bag, picked a destination and set off looking forward to a relaxing day by the sea. Then you […]
Escape the Crowds: A Slower Side of Crete Near Heraklion
Local Guide • 6 min read August is one of the best times to visit Crete. The sea is warm, the evenings are lively and almost every village […]
Knossos Palace: Is It Worth Visiting? Local Tips Before You Go
Knossos Palace attracts thousands of visitors every year, yet many people arrive wondering the same thing: is it actually worth visiting? Some leave saying it was one of […]
Traditional Cretan Food Near Heraklion: Local Taverns
Traditional Cretan Food Near Heraklion is often found away from the busy streets of the city. Ask someone from Heraklion where they go for a relaxed Sunday lunch, […]
