Hersonissos & Koutouloufari, Crete – Beaches, Lively Seafront & Quiet Traditional Village Life | A Greek Oddity

Hersonisos and Koutouloufari  • 
Hersonissos and nearby Koutouloufari offer two very different sides of Crete: lively seaside resorts with beaches and nightlife below, and quiet hillside villages with pretty lanes and traditional tavernas above. Together they make an easy, contrasting base for exploring Crete’s north coast. Hersoni...

Heraklion, Crete – Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum & Lively Coastal City | A Greek Oddity

Heraklion  • 
Heraklion is Crete’s lively capital — home to the world-famous Palace of Knossos, a superb Archaeological Museum and a bustling Mediterranean port. Energetic, historic and full of contrasts, it’s the perfect base for exploring Crete’s Minoan past. Heraklion — A City That Blends Energy and Ancient De...

Rethymno, Crete – Venetian Harbour, Ottoman Lanes & Sandy Beaches | A Greek Oddity

Rethymno  • 
Rethymno is one of Crete’s most atmospheric towns, known for its Venetian harbour, Ottoman-era lanes, sandy beach and impressive fortress. Colourful, historic and full of life, it’s a place where wandering is half the pleasure. Rethymno — A Blend of History, Colour and Seaside Light Rethymno sits on...