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5+1 pristine beaches in archaeological sites: swim in the footsteps of ancient Cretans
Learn about the best beaches in Crete that are located in archaeological sites and sense like living history!
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Aug 23, 20246 min read
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2 tropical beaches in Crete: Preveli and Vai
Crete boasts two stunning beaches that will transport you to a tropical paradise
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Jul 14, 20243 min read
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5 suggestions for Festivals in Crete to go in July
Listicle for 5 suggested Festivals being organised in Crete during July 2024, best things to do and live like a local
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Jul 2, 20244 min read
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5 amazing places to view August supermoon
This August is a real joy for moon gazers, with the Moon on 1 August and eoon 31 August. 5 places to view supermoon in Crete attend events
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Aug 1, 20232 min read
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30 local festivals in Sitia to go this summer
Learn about local feasts in villages in the area of Sitia who will take place in Summer 2023. Festivals are great occasions to visit Sitia
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Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Top things to do in Crete on this weekend, May 27-28
This weekend in #Crete is so interesting: 4 thematic cultural tours (for free!), 27 wineries (free entrance), and a street food festival!
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May 27, 20233 min read
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6+2 events to attend in Crete under the August Full Moon
Every year, for 22 years, the August Full Moon has been related with the opening to the public of numerous archaeological sites and museums
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Aug 12, 20222 min read
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3 cultural events to attend in archaelogical sites and museums of Heraklion, August 2022
Learn more about 3 events of the festival "All of Greece, One Culture" hosted in archaelogical sites and museums in Heraklion in August 2022
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Aug 5, 20221 min read
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5 things to do under the August full moon 2021 in Crete
What to do during the August full moon 2021 (Sturgeon Moon) in Crete. Visit cultural events in museums and archaeological sites on Sunday 22
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Aug 17, 20211 min read
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5+1 wonderful things to do in Crete in October
October is simply amazing in Crete. There is warm enough to be #stillsummer for beaches, while the autumnal terrain in the inland is nice
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Oct 15, 20205 min read
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9 + 1 things you need to know about Aspri Limni beach
Aspri Limni is a wonderful beach for families, and actually for everybody! The beach is like a natural pool, secluded in a tropical scenery
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Aug 16, 20202 min read
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Agioi Apostoloi beach, Chania: 5 reasons to visit this popular yet quite underrated place
Agioi Apostoloi, a great place for sports and recreation in the suburban landscape of #Chania, in a scenic natural environment.
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Aug 9, 20203 min read
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Top 4 + 1 events for Carnival 2020 in #Crete
Many events have been organized as #Carnival festivals in #Crete this year. The festive season has started and main events are organized
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Feb 23, 20202 min read
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The #best 5 + 1 places in #Sitia and nearby area
#Sitia: the easternmost town of #Crete, a relaxing and scenic place. We visited Sitia earlier this month and we present the best of...
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Oct 28, 20191 min read
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The best 4 + 1 sheltered beaches in Crete, for windy days
If the Mistral blows… Find out about the best beaches in #Crete, for windy days. When wind is blowing is unpleasant, and even dangerous,...
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Aug 27, 20192 min read
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The top 3 +1 places to see the full moon in Crete for August 2019
The four best places to see the full moon in #Crete for August 2019, with music performances and, what's more, for free!
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Aug 15, 20191 min read
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Fodele, the village and the landscape
If you are looking for the best of traditional Cretan villages near Heraklion, #Fodele is a great option. This scenic village, just...
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Apr 7, 20192 min read
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Botis Thalassinos municipal gallery, Tylissos. Hidden cultural gems around Heraklion
The new municipal art gallery "Botis Thalassinos" at Tylissos, about 20 kilometers to the southwest of #Heraklion, is really a hidden...
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Oct 10, 20181 min read
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