Greece: Crete simply has it all! Endless kilometers of crystal clear waters, constant sunshine, explosive local flavors, sublime sunsets.
Chania
Chania (also spelled: Haniá), a place where various civilizations have flourished over the centuries. Wandering around the labyrinthine alleys of the old town, with its beautiful Venetian mansions, fountains, and elaborate churches, will help you discover well-preserved historical monuments.
Rethymno
Crete's smallest prefecture nestled between the White Mountains and Mt Psilorítis (also called "Ídi"), is synonymous with beautiful mountain landscapes, wonderful beaches, Cretan lyre melodies, tsikoudiá spirit served with "oftó", legendary caves, historic monasteries and monuments, traditional mountain villages and luxurious resorts.
Agios Nikolaos
Agios Nikolaos, or just "Ayios" as the locals call it, is located along the beautiful Mirabello Bay on the northeastern coast of Lassithi Prefecture in eastern Crete. Mirabello or Merabello Bay is the largest natural bay in Crete. The name of the bay comes from the Italian "mira il bello" (loose translation: "admire the beauty"), a tribute to the wonderful sea views from the bay.
Elounda
Elounda, located just 9 km from Agios Nikolaos and used to be a small fishing village and is now a cosmopolitan holiday destination where you can find exclusive 5-star hotels, many restaurants and lovely beaches within walking distance of the mainsquare.
Sitia
Sitia, a beautiful town, the birthplace of the great medieval poet Vitsentzos Kornaros [Vincenzo Cornaro] is located 70 km from Agios Nikolaos (the largest town in Lasithi). It is built amphitheatercically, with elegant buildings ending at a busy port; An ideal choice for relaxed
holidays all year round.
Lerapetra
Located 35 km NE from Agios Nikolaos, the largest town inLassithi, Ierapetra is next to a fertile valley where the eye-catching ancient city of Ierapytna used to stand. With the glory of the southernmost city in Europe, facing the African coast in a mild climate, Ierapetra is unlikely to ever see temperatures drop below 12°C. It is well-founded to claim to be the sunniest resort on the Old Continent.
