Crete Island

Land of Daidalos and Ikaros, of Minoan Vases and frescoes. Land of endless feasts under star studded skies.

Home of El Greco, and Kazantzakis…

Crete Island is the largest of Greece and is located in the south of the Aegean Sea. Crete is one of the most famous Greek islands. It is separated in 4 prefectures: Chania, Heraklion, Lassithi and Rethymno. The island has everything to offer: mountainous landscapes, a coast with many beautiful beaches and rocky coves, beautiful towns and charming villages and harbours, excellent food, ruins of the Minoan Civilization, one of the greatest civilization ever, an exciting nightlife…

Holidays in CHANIA, Greece

Chania is the largest and most important town of western Crete Greece and the capital of the western part. Even if it is a quite big city with 60,000 inhabitants, Chania has kept its authenticity and its local colours. The beautiful town of Chania where modern, Venetian, Turkish and traditional architecture are blended together in a perfect harmony, creating a unique and attractive picture, is rich in archaeological sites, villages, churches, caves, gorges and wonderful beaches are embellishing the charming prefecture of Chania.

The traditional old quarters, the colourful houses, the narrow alleys and the flowered gardens are embellishing the city and make it an ideal place to enjoy well-organised and exciting holidays.

Heraklion Greece, Crete

The prefecture of Heraklion Greece is one of the four prefectures which form the Greek island of Crete. Its capital is the town of Heraklion, which is also the capital of the island. It is the economical center of the island. Located between the prefecture of Rethymno and the one of Lassithi, the prefecture of Heraklion is full of wonderful beaches, interesting archaeological sites, amazing landscapes, picturesque villages and impressive gorges.

Welcome to Lassithi Greece, Crete

The prefecture of Lassithi Greece is the easternmost of the four prefectures of the Greek Island of Crete. Its capital is the lovely coastal town of Agios Nikolaos which has a picturesque port where little fishing boats are mooring. It also has lovely touristy resorts with all the modern facilities, picturesque mountainous villages where the traditional Cretan way of life can still be seen, a verdant plateau (the Lassithi Plateau) full of old windmills and superb beaches.

The area of Lassithi Greece is known for its amazing, mountainous landscapes and its long, sandy beaches. Many islets surround Lassithi and all worth a visit, especially if you own or rent a boat. It is the less touristically developed prefecture of Crete but yet charming in its own unique way.

Welcome to Rethymno Greece, Crete

The prefecture of Rethymno Greece, one of the four of the Greek Island of Crete, lies between the prefecture of Chania and the one of Heraklion. It is full of magnificent beaches, interesting archaeological sites and Byzantine churches, lovely villages, lively resorts and its capital, the town of Rethymno, is a very attractive city which has kept many example of the sumptuous Venetian architecture.
The plethora of charms and beauties astonishes every visitor.