In a small plain, with the White Mountains standing up imposing behind it, lies the coastal settlement of Frangokastello Crete, famous for its famous Venetian castle and Drosoulites. At about 80 kilometers from Chania, near Hora Sfakion, Frangokastelo guides the visitor to Crete of another era. Frangokastello Beach Crete is a long sandy beach stretches right […]

Loutro Crete is a small picturesque fishing village in southwestern Crete offers moments of relaxation and tranquility with the background of the Libyan Sea. Loutro is at the end of Cape Mouri, about 71 km south of Chania and west of Chora Sfakion. The scenic, virgin countryside with the mountains, valleys and canyons has been […]

Are you wondering where is Crete located, is Crete part of Greece or moreover are you searching the map of Crete? Then read on our guide with information about Crete. Where is Crete ? Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and the largest and most populous of the Greek islands. It is […]

Hersonissos Crete, is located about 26 km east of Heraklion city, between Anissaras and Stalida. Because of its tourism, Hersonissos has been developed as one of the most famous resorts in Crete in just a few decades. Hersonissos village is called officially “Limenas Hersonissou”, which means “Port of Hersonissos”. About 2 km south of Hersonissos lies its […]

Sissi Crete is located 40 km from Iraklion and 25 km from Agios Nikolaos, near to all the places you should see but yet quiet and calm. If you’re one for peace and quiet and want to get away from commercial holidays, then Sissi is the place for you. The landscape is well balanced between sea and mountains. The […]

Almyrida Crete is a seaside village with a long, sandy beach, located in the very green Apokoronas region, approximately 25 kilometers from Chania. Traditionally a fishing village, it is now famous for its delicious food and shallow waters, ideal for children. The name Almyrida is thought to come from the River Almyros that flows to the west, or […]