Life on Crete is very steady and easy. From the very first days tourists will be impressed with calm and harmonious feel. There is no usual urban rush here, but it may take some effort to adapt. It takes a while to get an ordered meal at the restaurant. Punctuality isn’t Cretan strong suit; citizens used to be late for meeting. On the other hand, locals are very considerate and reliable. If they promise something, they will do it for sure.
Many travelers associate Cretan cuisine, primarily, with excellent wines. Indeed, local drinks deserve the highest praise. You can taste popular wines literally at any restaurant and bar of … Open
Crete prime treasures are antique landmarks, and tourists from all over the world come to see them. Travelers have to include the Akrotiri-Khania Peninsula in their excursion program, as … Open
One of the most interesting festivals in Crete is held in the village of Matala when the latter becomes the hippie capital at the end of June. We are talking about Matala Beach Festival taking place on the beach. Parties to the music of Bob Marley and John Lennon, performances of bands from all over the world playing covers of well-known hits, crafty fairs with hand-made products (of course, the bulk of products is all kinds of baubles), fun, peace, love are all present at the hippie festival. The place is not chosen by chance: back in the 70s, young people gathered here and did the same throughout the year. Today, they have three days for that.
Every city on Crete offers a variety of entertainment, beautiful beaches and vivid markets. Located at the city of Hersonissos, Aquaworld Aquarium represents a great variety of sea … Open
Crete has several festivals devoted to folklore and traditional music of the island - and such events are of great interest to travelers wishing to get to know the local culture better. These include a three-day festival known far beyond Greek borders, which is held in the village of Chudetsi (located near Arhanes in the province of Heraklion). Traditional Cretan instrumental music, folk dances, national cuisine - what could be better for those who want to get acquainted with the multifaceted local culture? Maybe only the fact that it is held at the beginning of hot August when the weather is excellent.
1. Fans of beach rest are recommended to go to Crete in the period from May to October. At this time weather is the most suitable for water activities. Those, who want to enjoy nature, would … Open
Many tourists are equally interested in music festivals, most of which take place on the magnificent Cretan beaches during the summer season. Among the most famous ones is the Chania Rock Festival that falls at the end of June. Harsh metal and rock guitar riffs that can be heard on the ruins of the San Salvatore bastion fascinate all music fans. At different times, such famous teams as Sabaton, Kreator, Soulfly performed at the festival. Every year, organizers try to surprise rock and metal fans with new interesting names in the headliner list. The end of July is marked by the Mediterranean Festival in Sitia, where, in addition to the musical program with the participation of stars from other corners of the world, one can enjoy fine art exhibitions and attend a fair.
On the southwest coast of the island you can find the most beautiful and popular beach, Elafonisi. It is covered with sand of unusual pink color, due to which water has saturated blue shade. … Open
One of the most spectacular carnivals in the whole of Crete is the Apokries that is held in February or March (depending on the date of Easter). The festival is widely celebrated, while the most colorful events take place in Rethymno. Costumed parades, games, street parties, singing traditional Cretan serenades, theatrical performances, and dances - all this can be seen at Rethymno carnival. Another holiday widely celebrated in all towns and villages is May 1 - the festival of flowers and wreaths, during which locals go out into the countryside, collect plants to weave beautiful wreaths. After that, the wreath becomes the decoration of the front door of the house. The central streets of the city are also decorated with wreaths so the festival is sure to please those looking for aesthetic pleasure.