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Crete

Crete is a tapestry of splendid beaches, ancient treasures and landscapes, weaving in vibrant cities and dreamy villages, where locals share their traditions, wonderful cuisine and generous spirit.


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Experience the best of Crete with this guide to the island's top things to do.

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Transportation

Exploring the mountainous island of Crete is like navigating a small country. Here are our top tips for getting around Greece's largest island.

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Money and Costs

Crete is a very popular destination but that doesn't mean there aren't ways to visit on a budget. Here are some top tips to stretch your euros even further.

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Best Road Trips

These road trips in Crete will take you to mountains, beaches, monasteries, wineries, unspoiled villages and Venetian old towns.

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es Vedra - The South - IBIZA
Lonely Planet Magazine, Issue 117, September 2018, Ibiza
A young couple watch the sunset over the island of Es Vedra.

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