If I had to describe the dramatic landscape of Crete in just one word, it would certainly be diverse. Crete is one of the most sought after Greek Islands with diverse range of things to do and see. The sandy beaches, towering mountains, sprawling plains, palm tree forests, ancient ruins and modern cities, all are Crete’s eye dazzling sights. The island of Crete boasts cities that are blessed with architectures showcasing styles of contemporary Greeks, the Venetians, the Minoans and the Ottomans. In spite of all these differences and distinctions, Crete has something a sense of unity that is seen in diverse food and cuisines in the local restaurants, taverns and sidewalk cafes.
Get to know its culture and customs and also the native food and lifestyle during your tour to this part of Greece. Trust me, a Crete vacation will be fun-filled and you will have one of the best moments of your life.
Culture and Customs:
There is no denying the fact that the Greeks are best known for their generosity and hospitality. And Crete is not an exception. The locals will make you feel at home; this makes Crete a favorite travel destination in the world. They will teach you Greek etiquette; this will make you understand and interact with the locals even better.
Crete Dining:
Pamper your taste buds with a perfect Greek meal. You are not very far from the restaurants that offer authentic Greek cuisines. Crete is certainly the right place to have delicious Greek authentic cuisines. The traditional dish is very tasty and quite healthy too. You can further enjoy lunch or dinner at taverns. There are many cost effective taverns in the area offering outstanding dining experience. Fish, fresh meat and dry products such as feta cheese are the favorites. How can you miss the dessert? They are superbly tasty and you don’t have to worry about increasing calories.
For travelers interested in outdoor activities, making a day tour to Heraklion and Chania can be suggested. The beaches are magnificent and offer you a plethora of water sports (surfing, windsurfing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, deep sea fishing, diving, deep sea diving and water skiing) and other top notch beach activities. For hiking, walking and trekking, Rethymnoncan be considered. Soaring mountains provide exceptional hiking trails.
Crete Villa Rentals:
With the availability of vacation villa rentals, vacations have become very comfortable and less tiring. People are now more interested in booking and renting villas instead of hotels and other expensive lodging places. The villas are also very friendly for pets and kids. You will have enough space as well as privacy. Each person of your family will have separate rooms with distinct bathrooms. If you want to stay together, there is no other better accommodation solution. Enjoy home-made meals, watch your favorite home soaps or movies, make splash in the private swimming rooms and stroll down in the manicured lawns, what better accommodation option you could expect?