Crete, Greece’s largest island, is known for its historical sites, stunning scenery and local culture. Its incredible history has been shaped by civilizations dating back to the Minoans, Venetians, ...

7. Hike to Balos Lagoon and Beach The exotic beach of Balos, on the extreme west of the island, is not to be missed. The beach has often been described as Crete’s Caribbean and for good reason. The ...

A beach resort with panoramic sea views - 2km to 13th Century Gonia Monastery, 4km to Maheri gorge, 15km to Samaria gorge.

“It’s like Buddhist philosophy: bringing nature into order,” says Yianna Kouridaki, motioning to the cairns of carefully stacked rocks all around us. “People want enlightenment from these stones; they ...