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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 

 

 

Boasting a prime setting in Amoudara, this delightful hotel offers guests the perfect place from which to explore the historical and cultural delights of the area. Guests will find themselves just a short distance away from a host of local attractions...
Ideally situated in the district of Amoudara in the suburbs of Heraklion, The Minoas Hotel offers contemporary accommodation that make for a great base to explore all what the poplar town has to offer. Guests can make themselves at home in one of the..
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The popular hotel Miramare is conveniently situated in a quiet side street close to the centre of Hersonissos, mere steps away from the nearest beach. The harbour can be reached within a few minutes on foot, and numerous shops, restaurants, cafés,..
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