The caves of Matala carved by nature in the rocks around the beach of the eponymous town on the southern coast of Crete since the prehistoric times of the Neolithic era, became the starting point of the great idea of the Hippy movement. The counterculture movement of the 60s of the 20th century, originated by […]

Imeri Gramvousa-Balos The island of Imeri Gramvousa is located 20km northwest of city Kissamos, opposite the imposing Cape of Gramvousa and 2 miles northwest of the famous lagoon of Balos. Gramvousa is famous for its historical Venetian fortress, which still stands at a height of 137m, over the beach. The fort had also been used […]

The beach of Vulisma (Golden Beach) is in walking distance from the village of Istron (place Kalo Chorio), so it is also known as Istron beach (located 15 km from Agios Nikolaos, 74 km from Heraklion, 22 km from Ierapetra). Beach Vulisma – one of the most beautiful beaches of Crete, so it often appears […]

There are a couple of months till the active summer season, but it’s time to make a decision and preparations for the vacation. Tourism experts are sure that April-May is quite a time for holidays in Greece. The weather is fine and prices are low. So the British magazine “The Time” chose ten world destinations […]

In a deserted area north-west coast of Crete is the lagoon of Balos. That’s three seas meet in the waters of Balos Beach: Ionian, Aegean and Libyan. This turquoise swimming pool is located between the small rocky island and the mainland. It is a magical place, with clean water, where there are almost no waves, […]

Crete is rich in Christian shrines, along with archeological sites and antic monuments of exceptional value. There are amazingly beautiful white churches, some of them keeping the richest collections of relics, are monasteries, whose cozy cobbled courtyards will give a rest in an atmosphere of calm and tranquility. The Orthodox Church of Crete traditionally dates […]

Winter holidays on Crete are unusual. No one tour operator will offer you a complete package tour, at best, a personal tour. Therefore such holidays are for people with planning and organizing skills for it. If you are weary of artificial Christmas trees and your choice is not Turkey or Emirates, then you are welcome […]

If you are still thinking where to go in Europe in the summer or winter, stop your eyes on Crete. A multitude of natural, architectural and historical monuments in its settlements is beyond imagination. Heraklion is for good reason called the Cretan Gate because this city as first welcomes visitors to the Greek island. This […]

Santorini, one of the most famous and popular Greek islands, submitted as one of the first plans for transition to the year-round operation model. Officially launching of the project «Santorini: all year round appointment» is scheduled for the next tourist season, years 2016-2017. Initiative for year-round reception of tourists is resulted from joint efforts of […]