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The Best Water Sports and Activities in Malia
17 Feb 2022

The Best Water Sports and Activities in Malia

Malia, located on the northern coast of Crete, is renowned for its lively atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and a wide array of water sports and activities. Whether you are seeking adrenaline or looking to enjoy the serene waters, Malia offers something for everyone. Here’s a guide to the best water

Charming Villages Near Heraklion: A Day Trip Itinerary
10 Jan 2022

Charming Villages Near Heraklion: A Day Trip Itinerary

Heraklion, the bustling capital of Crete, is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning coastline.However,just beyond the city a collection of charming villages awaits, each providing a unique look into the island’s traditional life and natural beauty. Here’s a day trip itiner

Christmas in Greece
12 Dec 2021

Christmas in Greece

The Greek Orthodox Christmas traditions have different secularization elements compared to international customs; for example, Santa Claus (as in Saint Nicolaus) doesn’t come the night before Christmas, but on December 6, the feast day of Saint Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of sailors and

Elounda’s Picturesque Beauty
8 Sep 2021

Elounda’s Picturesque Beauty

Elounda, a small coastal town with an indigenous population of less than 2500, defies easy categorization. It flaunts several luxury resorts and high-end hotels and attracts the rich and famous in secret escapes priced at a whopping 10000€ per night or more. The settlement encompasses seven villag

The Vibrant Nightlife of Hersonissos
10 Aug 2021

The Vibrant Nightlife of Hersonissos

If you visit Hersonissos by day, you’ll notice tourists walking around, sitting in seafront tavernas and cafes, or shopping. Yet the town keeps an appearance of calm and tranquility. But, of course, things change around sunset when the first beats fill the air: it’s time for techno, hous

Spinalonga Island’s History
27 Jul 2021

Spinalonga Island’s History

Abandoned by its last inhabitant in 1962, Spinalonga is a monument of outstanding universal value, according to UNESCO. The World Heritage Convention describes the islet as “an important example of a seaward bastion-type fortress that portrays important phases of human history” and ̶