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Welcome to Crete

Crete

An island with exquisite 1,000 kilometres along coastline dotted with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas which offer a multitude of soft, sandy beaches along the beautiful blue Mediterranean Sea. Crete is one of the most popular European holiday destinations. It is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean. There are many other jewels just waiting to be discovered by the adventurous explorers of holiday treasures. The summer is the time to come and discover Crete. Don't worry if it captures your heart - you can always come back next year!! It will welcome you with the sounds of Cretan lyre, its warm sun, a slice of cool red watermelon and a glass of iced raki!

 

Crete average temperatures:                                                          Crete nice to know:

 

Jan

11⁰c

Feb

12⁰c

Mar

14⁰c

 

Time difference:

GMT +2 hours

      Apr

17⁰c

May

24⁰c

Jun

24⁰c

Capital:

Heraklion

      Jul

26⁰c

Aug

26⁰c

Sep

24⁰c

Currency:

Euro

Oct

20⁰c

Nov

17⁰c

Dec

14⁰c

Flying time from Ireland:

4.30 hours 

 

 

This hotel is situated in the quiet seaside resort of Amoudara, Heraklion, Crete, set back from the main road and just 350 m from the 6 km long sandy beach. The centre of Heraklion is just 5 km away. The family run, English speaking hotel offers traditional..
Located in the quiet resort of Amoudara, the Australia Hotel offers simple yet comfortable accommodation that provides a great base to explore all the beauty and culture the island of Crete has to offer. Guests can make themselves at home in one of the..
Enjoying a strategic location, this hotel offers guests a host of opportunities to explore the exciting surroundings of the area. Guests can enjoy an array of shopping opportunities, dining options and entertainment venues. The hotel presents a traditional..
Enjoying a strategic location, this hotel offers guests a host of opportunities to explore the exciting surroundings of the area. Guests can enjoy an array of shopping opportunities, dining options and entertainment venues. The hotel presents a traditional..
This delightful hotel enjoys a charming setting in Chania. Guests will find themselves within easy access of the shimmering delights of the Aegean sea, as well as a host of local attractions. Within a short distance, guests can enjoy a wealth of shopping..
Located in the area of Agia Pelagia on the island of Crete, the Bellair Village is 900m from the beach, 2km from Agia Pelagia resort centre and 15km from Heraklion Airport. Situated in the area of Agia Pelagia and 900m from the beach, the Bellair Village..
Perfectly placed within walking distance from the centre of Rethymnon, the Birais Beach Studios offer simple yet comfortable accommodation providing a great base to explore the beauty and history the island of Crete has to offer. Guests can make themselves..
The Blue Dreams Apartments is a family run complex offering comfortable accommodation and the ideal location for a relaxing holiday, set just 50m from the sea and within walking distance from a supermarket and a tavern. The apartments offer a range..
General Description: Blue Horizon Apartments in Bali distributed across 3 buildings and has 26 rooms. The hotel is located 100 m from the sandy beach. To make your stay more comfortable a lobby, a mini market, a reception and air conditioning are available...
Completely renovated hotel with private beach situated in Stalis on the north east coast of Crete. The Cactus Beach Hotel, built and renovated in original Cretan architecture, is situated on the north east coast of Crete just 25 m from one beach of Stalis,..
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