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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 comfortable Hotel can be found in Ierapetra. Guests will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at Akros Oreon as it counts with a total of 7 rooms. This is not a pet-friendly accommodation.
There is roof top swimming pool with views over the bay, and free sun beds and umbrellas.
This well-appointed hotel, located 300 m away from the beach and 700 m from the centre of the village Sissi, is ideal for families looking for quality enjoyment, a relaxed holiday and exceptionally good food in an elegant, marvellous and friendly atmosphere...
Location Situated just 300 meters away from the harbour of the small picturesque fishing-village of Sissi, this hotel is ideal for people who are seeking a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. The beach of the harbor is only 200 meters away, whilst the large..
This hotel enjoys a great location, in Chersonissos, overlooking the delights of the Aegean sea. Guests can enjoy ease of access to the Aquaworld Aquarium, Star Beach Water Park, Crete Golf Club and the Palace of Malia. Within a short distance, guests..
** Awarded Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2013 ** Located on the south coast of Crete and just a few metres from the village of Plakias, the Alianthos Garden Hotel offers simple yet comfortable accommodation in a more remote part of the island..
Set in Pigianos Kampos, a quiet location that is 10 km away the city centre and offers plenty of great views and tranquillity. The two closes airports are Heraklion Chania at 80 and 70 kilometres respectively. Surrounded by lush greenery and standing..
The Hotel is located , next a nice sandy beach. There are 32 rooms with balkony , bathroom , A/C (extra) , small fridge (extra) , most of them with seaview. Inside the Hotel , there is a bar , a hall with TV (satellite) and a restaurant. At the front..
The Almiros Beach Hotel is located on the coast of Agios Nikolaos, overlooking the azure blue sea, on the island paradise of Crete. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this terrific 3 Star all-inclusive hotel is ideal for couples and families with 61 double..
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