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Holidays to Crete
If you want lashings of sun, sea and souvlaki then Crete holidays should be at the top of your list. Situated in the southern Aegean Sea, this Mediterranean hotspot is the largest of the Greek islands. There’s no shortage of postcard-perfect Blue Flag beaches to spend lazy sun-soaked days on, but if you want to explore historical Greece at its most beautiful, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. Whether you want to chill out in Aghios Nikolaos, relax in the sun-kissed resorts of Chania and Bali or party all night in buzzing Malia, Crete holidays tick every box.
Crete holidays are a magical combo of vibrant cities, whitewashed villages and heavenly beaches and there is self-catering, full board and luxury holidays to suit every budget.
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Crete’s two airports are based in Heraklion and Chania. If you’re not picking up a hire car it’s a good idea to pre-book a taxi transfer online. As Crete is a big island with lots to explore, many tourists hire a car but it’s not essential as Crete has a great bus service and plenty of taxis. Moped hire is popular in resorts but remember to wear a helmet. Also, you can get around the island by ferry.
The towns of Chania and Herkalion both have excellent bus services. Further afield, Greece’s KTEL bus service provides an efficient service all over the island and it’s usually easy to find English speaking staff.
For more questions, see our FAQs
Temperature
(Avg. monthly °C)
Getting Around
Crete’s two airports are based in Heraklion and Chania. If you’re not picking up a hire car it’s a good idea to pre-book a taxi transfer online. As Crete is a big island with lots to explore, many tourists hire a car but it’s not essential as Crete has a great bus service and plenty of taxis. Moped hire is popular in resorts but remember to wear a helmet. Also, you can get around the island by ferry.
The towns of Chania and Herkalion both have excellent bus services. Further afield, Greece’s KTEL bus service provides an efficient service all over the island and it’s usually easy to find English speaking staff.
For more questions, see our FAQs
Temperature
(Avg. monthly °C)
Rainfall
(Avg. monthly mm)
Getting Around
Crete’s two airports are based in Heraklion and Chania. If you’re not picking up a hire car it’s a good idea to pre-book a taxi transfer online. As Crete is a big island with lots to explore, many tourists hire a car but it’s not essential as Crete has a great bus service and plenty of taxis. Moped hire is popular in resorts but remember to wear a helmet. Also, you can get around the island by ferry.
The towns of Chania and Herkalion both have excellent bus services. Further afield, Greece’s KTEL bus service provides an efficient service all over the island and it’s usually easy to find English speaking staff.
For more questions, see our FAQs
A Guide to Crete Holidays
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Agios Nikolaos, in the north-eastern area of Lassithi, is one of Crete’s most popular resorts thanks to its great choice of safe, Blue Flag beaches. The north is also home to the Heraklion region, which boasts amazing beaches in resorts like Stalis and Hersonissos.
In the west, Rethymnon and Chania have the best sandy stretches.
Visit Heraklion
The capital of Crete, Heraklion, traces it's beginnings back to the 9th century so it has plenty to please history buffs, including the old city walls, Koules Fortress and the stunning Venetian Palace.
But it’s a bustling modern city too with plenty of great shops and restaurants
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Top Hotels in Crete
Mediterraneo Hotel
Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa
Athina Palace Resort and Spa
Hersonissos Palace Hotel
Stella Palace Hotel
Diogenis Blue Palace
Star Beach Village & Waterpark Hotel
Blue Bay Resort Hotel
Daios Cove Resort & Luxury Villas
Stella Village Hotel
Lyttos Beach Hotel
Elounda Ilion Hotel & Bungalows
Avra Imperial Hotel
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