A special mention must be made to Cretan food! The Cretan cuisine is one of the most instantly recognizable cuisines in Greece. If you have time, try to take a food tour so you get a crash course of what it's all about! Barley rusks, a huge selection of Cretan cheeses, fresh fruit and vegetables,…

As you might expect from such a large island, Crete has a huge coastline and some of the most heavenly beaches in Greece. Some, such as the unique pink sand beach of Elafonissi are popular with organized tour groups. Others, particularly on the south coast, are quieter especially outside of peak season. Some of the…

Most first time visitors will want to visit the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. The restoration of Knossos is something of a divisive issue, as it was ‘rebuilt' in the early 1900s under the guidance of the English archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans. However, there are many other ancient ruins, especially to…

Greece’s largest island, Crete, lies to the south of the mainland. It might look small on the map, but due to its mountainous terrain, it would take you weeks or even months to see it all. And there's certainly a lot to see and do! Incredible beaches, archaeological sites, mountain villages, amazing cuisine, outstanding natural…