Crete
Crete is the largest and most varied of all the greek islands, a multi-layered history cake inhabited in turn by the minoans, the greeks,the ottoman turks and the venetians- who liked it so much they stayed for hundreds of years.
here is a couple of reasons why,
Almyrida beach beauty.
There’s a superb sandy swathe at Almirida,one of the most picturesque and unspoiled resorts on the island.
The village, on Cretes northwest coast, is crammed with fish tavernas, some right on the beach itself which is handy for families- parents can linger over mezes and retsina while their offspring build sandcastles and bathe in the sheltered bay.
The area is superb for walking, with the major resorts of Chania and Rethymnon within easy reach for shopping, sightseeing and nightlife.
Perched on a low clifftop near the village of Aspro, over looking a valley of olive groves and out to souda bay is Sophias house, the villa sleeps 6 and is very well equipped with full air conditioning, satelite TV and its own private garden and infinity pool.
for more info visit www.sophiashouse.co.uk
Chania. toast of the town
The town of “jasmine” is one of Chania’s titles – and backed by the towering white mountains, snowcapped for part of the year, and flanked by some of the islands best beaches, this former venetian stronghold
is one of the most addictive harbour towns in the med.
It’s a fabulous hotch-potch of minarets and ottoman balconies and bazaars, greek domes, buzzing waterfront, cafe’s and tavernas. alleys crammed with trendy boutiques and souvenir shops. If you get lost, simply get someone to point you towards the sea and start again.
don’t try to pack everything in too quickly. Chania has been around a long time and if you choose to stay at Sophias house your only a short drive or bus trip away!
Rethymno. Venetian splendour
Rethymno is the third largest town in Crete it’s a charming and traditional town , visitors to Rethymno are impressed by the rare nature of the town. The turkish and Venetian monuments, the traditional old houses and neighborhoods, everything indicates to the long history of Rethymno. from many aspectsRethymno is a modern town that offers modern facilities blending with the atmosphere of centuries ago. take a walk round the Fortezza and other Venetian monuments. Visit the glorious Byzantine churches of Maria Magdalini, Agia Barbara, and Agios Fragiskos, the port and the Mastaba area of the town are breath of air from another era, lost some centuries ago.
The beaches close by- are magnificent! The beach of Rethymno and Episkopi west of the town are well worth a visit, and finally Rethymno is well known for its nightlife. Tavernas with live cretan music and an abundance of cafe’s and bars, the choice is yours…
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