Amazing Villas in Crete
Crete is a diverse landscape that offers endless possibilities for a memorable holiday. If you are looking for expertise on hidden gems and top spots around Crete, you have come to the right place.
Our Top Tips for a Memorable Holiday on Crete
Every summer a lot is going on in Crete, and it’s hard to choose what to do. We have gathered our top tips for a memorable holiday on Crete.
Discover the numerous Cretan Villages
The Cretan villages, each one known for traditional architecture and alluring history, are guaranteed to add joy and adventure to your holiday.
From mountainous hideaways to coastal towns, Crete has everything for all tastes and ages. Some of the famous villages that we recommend in Rethymnon are: Anogia, Argyroupolis, Asteri, Margarites and Spili, just to name a few.
Crete is a foodie heaven
Crete tops the list of the best places for foodies to indulge. During your holiday you can try Greece’s most flavoursome dishes that also happen to be considered some of the world’s most healthiest dishes.
The Cretan Diet, also known as the Mediterranean Diet, will make your holidays a sensational feast for all the senses. Trust us! Check out our list of the top 10 Cretan foods you must try when visiting the island.
Enjoy a Greek coffee
Greece is famous for coffee and its coffee culture. When in Crete head over to a local coffee shop known as the kafenio and enjoy a cup of freshly prepared Greek coffee. You will be sure to spot the locals reading a morning paper and enjoying a casual chit-chat. For an authentic taste of Greece, order a koulouri which is a small round raisin bread topped with sesame seeds and dip it inside the coffee.
Learn how to make pottery
The village of Margarites is one of Crete’s four main pottery centres where you can witness the tradition and skill of Cretan pottery making. Attend a pottery class or workshop to learn about the traditional techniques of Cretan pottery making, techniques that date back to the Neolithic period.
Try the Cretan Wines
Crete’s winemaking dates back to the ancient Minoan civilization. Cretan wines are known to be some of the best in the Mediterranean, and they are produced with native and international grape varieties that thrive on Cretan soil. We recommend that you visit Cretan wineries during your holidays on Crete.
Indulge in traditional desserts at Xatziparaschou Kataifi
Vernardou Emmanouil 30, Old Town of Rethymnon
One of the most famous dessert workshop run by a local “celebrity” Giorgos Xatziparaschou who has been making the traditional Greek dessert called kataifi here for more than 50 years and he’s still going strong. If you are lucky, you can catch him at work and watch him prepare his famous string-like dough.
Best spot for a unique photo opportunity
In Crete, you will find a plethora of Instagram-worthy photograph opportunities. The landscape is magical.
Spend time strolling the narrow streets of the Rethymnon Old Town and Chania, climb up to one of the numerous Venetian fortresses that dot Crete’s diverse landscape, hike the Samaria Gorge or spend the day on one of the magical beaches like Balos. Postcard views are guaranteed everywhere you go on Crete!
Raki is an answer to everything
You will probably hear the locals jokingly comment that raki is the answer to everything. Raki is the drink you cannot resist trying when on Crete.
You will be served this local liquor at all times of day, and it’s not polite to reject the generous offer of it. Be prepared for Cretan hospitality!
Visit the Cretan Beaches
Beach and nature lovers will fall in love with Crete. From pink sand and tropical turquoise waters to an exotic Caribbean vibe, each beach is unique. Check outer previous blog post on the 6 Amazing Cretan beaches.
Perfect places to watch the sunset
Crete has plenty of places to watch the sunset. From seaside tavernas, mountain villages and not to forget the beaches of course. Falassarna Beach in Chania is one of our favourite spots to watch the sun go down, especially on a warm August summer night.
We hope that you find our top tips guide to Crete useful! Have you been to Crete? What's your secret to a memorable holiday on Crete?