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Hidden Gems I've Saved for My Crete Adventure
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Zoe Hennessey
This list is for fellow travelers looking for unique, off-the-beaten-path spots in Crete, curated from my personal collection of hidden gems I've been saving for years.
 
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This looks like my kind of beach - no one there, perfect water
Asprougas beach - Google Maps
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I prefer small more local places to stay. This is an option for me.
OMYTHOS MOUNTAIN VIEW GUESTHOUSES - Updated 2024 Prices & Hotel Reviews (Ornias, Greece)
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Want to do this hike
Centuries-old Olive Grove - Google Maps
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“Quiet strip with umbrellas, showers & seafood tavernas, backed by a grove of rare Cretan date palms.” -perfection!
Souda beach - Google Maps
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This is one of my top places I want to stay but it really books up fast. Looks so cute though!
Kapsaliana Village Hotel, Kapsalianá, Greece
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One of the oldest and prettiest villages - I want to visit!
Kritsa - Google Maps
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Might be touristy but if I make it to this side of the island I do want to see it bc it does look really pretty.
Balos Beach - Google Maps
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So romantic to dine next to the water like this. I love it so much!
Thalassino Ageri
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For Greek jewelry
Athens Protasis - Home
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LOVE charming hotels like this (I really do not like resorts!). Much more personality here.
METOHI KINDELIS - Updated 2024 Guest house Reviews (Chania, Crete)
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This restaurant looks amazing!
Ntounias
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Another hike that looks fun
Big Waterfall - Google Maps
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Sheltered from the wind beach seems like a good save
Itanos Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
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Crystal clear water!
Travel Guide for Island Crete , Greece - Ammoudi beaches
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Another small but charming spot to consider
Natura cottages
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More for those who want a little adventure but I'd be down
Aspros Potamos, Makry Gialos, Greece
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Cute, small, affordable and memorable  - much better than a chain resort imo
WHITE RIVER COTTAGES - RUSTIC MINIMALIST HOLIDAY HOUSES - Updated 2024 Prices & Cottage Reviews (Crete, Greece)
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