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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 

 

 

Situated on the hillside in upper Stalos 2 km from the beach and the seaside resort of Agia Marina. Located in Stalos 200 m from the village square where a couple of restaurants are to be found. The beach is 2 km away and Chania town is 9 km away. Facilities..
This delightful apartment complex is ideally located in Agios Nikolaos, lying just 100 metres away from the beach. The complex is situated overlooking the mesmerising Gulf of Mirabello, enjoying an air of peace and serenity. The complex is situated within..
Offering self catered accommodation in an excellent location, the Ostria Studios are the ideal base for exploring the island. Sitting just moments from the beach, they are also perfect if you want a relaxed holiday in the sun. The complex is also found..
The hotel is located on the south coast of the western part of Crete in the village of Paleochora. It is situated directly on the beach in a quiet area of the village. The village centre with numerous restaurants and bars can be reached with 5 minutes..
Located on the Pachia Ammos Beach in Paleochora, the Pal Beach Hotel offers simple yet comfortable self-catering accommodation that provides an excellent base from which to explore all the area has to offer. Guests can make themselves at home in one of..
This apartment hotel is ideal for families and groups as well as couples and business travellers.
The hotel is located in Stalis village. It is 300 metres away from the beach and in a short walking distance from the centre of Stalis. The zone is quite and very touristic, famous for the beautiful sandy beaches and the clean water of the sea.This is..
Boasting magnificent views over the Cretan Sea and the beautiful surrounding landscape, this stunning hotel is situated in Stalis, a lively resort that lies between Malia and Hersonissos on the north coast of Crete, in Greece. Guests will find themselves..
Within 700 m of the nearest beach and 1.5 of the cosmopolitan Hersonissos Town, the family run Panorama-Seaview Studios & Aparments feature an outdoor pool, a sea-view sun terrace and a bar-restaurant amidst its blossomed gardens. BBQ facilities and a..
Conveniently located on the quieter outskirts of the vibrant town of Heraklion, the Park Hotel offers simple yet comfortable accommodation provides an attractive base to explore all the history and beauty the town has to offer. Guests can make themselves..
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