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Summer in Crete 🌊
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items I want to share with you one of the most beautiful summer experiences of my life – the stunning island of Crete. In this review, I will list all the beaches we visited, as well as some of the restaurants where we enjoyed amazing meals during our stay...
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Episkopi Beach – No one recommended this beach to us; we simply discovered it while driving through Crete on our way to another beach suggested by locals. Since we left early, we decided to take a break halfway and dive into the turquoise sea. We loo...
Episkopi Beach
Saradari Beach – This small but divine beach became our go-to spot whenever we felt lazy, as it was close to our apartment. Sunbeds on most beaches in Crete generally cost €5 per piece and another €5 for an umbrella, so for €15, the two of us had a s...
Saradari Beach ️ Crete island, Greece - detailed …
Palm Beach Club is the most famous night club in Hersonissos, which is considered youngsters city with a lot to offer fun wise. I personally didn't enjoy it because music is too commercial, chosen for tourists to enjoy their stay, but I saw people ar...
Palm Beach Club Restaurant
Kolokithia Beach
We visited Potamos Beach in the late afternoon after spending the day at Malia Beach. It’s a fantastic place that completely enchanted me, especially around sunset—I even dozed off on my towel during the golden hour. The stunning landscapes made for ...
Potamos Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
We stopped by Ergospasio restaurant on our way back from Kolokitha Beach, and I can confidently say it was the perfect choice. With a romantic seaside setting, we enjoyed fresh seafood, white wine, and a rich Greek salad. The staff was incredibly kin...
ERGOSPASIO RESTAURANT, Elounda - Tripadvisor
Vai Beach is a beautiful sandy beach located in the northeast of Crete. The sea is crystal clear and turquoise, and it’s not overly crowded. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth a visit.
The beach has a parking area, and while sunbeds and umb...
Vai Beach
Potamos Beach is a wonderful, peaceful sandy beach located in a bay, making it perfect for children due to its wide shallow waters, ideal for playing and splashing around.
We didn’t rent sunbeds or umbrellas here but instead enjoyed sunbathing on our...
Potamos Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go ...
Krina is a restaurant where we dined at least five times during our stay in Crete. We were lucky to discover this beautiful family-run taverna on our second day.
The ambiance and terrace have a traditional and relaxed charm, decorated with lush gree...
Krina - Traditional Cuisine | Analipsi Hersonissos
NEXUS Coffee & Shop (@nexus_coffee) - Instagram
We discovered this lovely spot while strolling around the beach we had visited that day.
Adorable little ducks kept coming up to us, so we decided to explore where they were coming from. It turned out to be an incredibly charming place—completely wil...
Aposelemis Wildlife Refuge - All You Need to Know BEFORE ...
Cretaquarium offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages. It is home to an impressive variety of marine species from Crete and the Mediterranean, featuring over 2,000 sea creatures in 62 tanks.
The diverse range of fish, corals, sharks, and ...
CRETAquarium
A beautiful rustic restaurant offering traditional Greek cuisine. The staff was wonderful, and the ambiance that evening felt incredibly romantic. The prices were also quite reasonable.
I highly recommend it after exploring the capital and immersing ...
Peskesi
Amazing place to rest surrendered by natural beauty, great for escaping hot weather and when you want to switch from beach to hidden forest paradise. Waterfalls are not really reachable to swim in but you can feel cold and fresh feeling from some of ...
Argyroupoly springs and the waterfalls on Crete - Routaki
A panoramic view of all of Chania, excellent coffee, and a charming sweet shop. The staff is fast and friendly, and the desserts are fresh, handmade, and delicious.
I had a chocolate cake and coffee, and the experience was absolutely wonderful with t...
Koukouvaya - Κουκουβάγια Χανιά
Stavros Beach—worth the long drive!
This beautiful sandy beach features natural pools that provide shelter on days when the waves are too strong. It’s a peaceful and scenic spot, perfect for relaxation. Sunbeds and an umbrella cost €20, and there are...
Stavros Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
Crystal-clear water, soft sand, and a beautiful spot for swimming. However, the beach is quite small, so it can get pretty crowded.
My boyfriend spent the whole day at a nearby bar and even made some great Greek friends!
Marathi Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
The most famous beach alongside Balos, which we unfortunately couldn’t visit since our rental car insurance didn’t cover that rocky and risky area.
Elafonisi is everything you imagine—a stunning pink-sand beach, though it’s quite remote from Crete’s...
Elafonissi Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
Knossos is the largest historical site on all of Crete.
If you’re a lover of Cretan culture, history, and mythology, visiting this archaeological site is an absolute must!
The Knossos Palace | Online Tickets and Information