Greece
Crete
The largest Greek island: beaches like Balos and Elafonissi, the Samaria Gorge, the Minoan site of Knossos and a renowned cuisine.
When to go
May to June and September to October: warm sea and pleasant hiking temperatures. July and August are very hot and busy.
Hotel offers
Coming soon
Where to stay
Chania
The Venetian harbour, old alleys and the beaches of the west.
Rethymno
A charming old town and a long beach, between Chania and Heraklion.
Heraklion
The capital, near the airport and the Palace of Knossos.
Elounda
In the north-east: the most luxurious resorts, facing the island of Spinalonga.