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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 complex is located 600m from the beach, 500m from Gouvia center, 9.5km from Corfu town and 11km from Corfu International Airport. Facilities and services include swimming pool, bar and garden. Apartments feature telephone, kitchenette and balcony/terrace...
Location This hotel is located in the cosmopolitan port resort of Hersonissos, at the foot of the mountain, just 300 metres from the sea. The hotel is situated near the ruins of King Minos' summer palace, at the quiet end of Hersonissos village. The complex..
General Description: Welcome to the Dimitra Hotel Kokkini in Kokkini Hani. The closest city to the hotel is kokkini (50 m). To make your stay more comfortable a reception and air conditioning are available. The staff in this hotel speaks German and English...
Dolfin Liza Mary is located 200 m from the beach and 800 m from the Bali village. Distance to Heraklion airport is 55 km. The hotel offers following facilities and services reception (operates only limited hours), safety boxes (extra charge), restaurant,..
An attractive, traditional family run hotel that can be found in the heart of Agios Nikolaos, just a stone's throw from the Ammos beach. Along the waterfront there are a good selection of cafes, bars and restaurants serving typical Cretan dishes, as well..
Located in Agios Nikolaos town and only 100 meters away from a the beach. Family run hotel, located in the centre of Agios Nikolaos town, Doxa is only 100m from the beach. Hotel operates all year round, consists of 24 rooms all equipped with shower/WC,..
This charming aparthotel enjoys a prime setting in Agioi Apostoli. The complex is situated just 350 metres from the area's sprawling beaches, and in close proximity to the main attractions that the area has to offer. Guests can enjoy a range of exciting..
The small vacation house offers four apartments with terrace and sea view for you. The apartments have a bedroom with double bed or two single beds, a bathroom with bath tub and WC and a small living kitchen with simple kitchen line (refrigerator, coffe..
Situated slightly inland in the town of Malia, the Efi Hotel Malia offers budget-friendly accommodation in this lively region of Crete. The town centre is within easy reach where you can find plenty of local shops and of course the local bars and pubs..
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