Have made up your mind to make a foreign tour? But, struggling to find the right place to make a lifetime holiday with family? You can consider Crete, a the largest Greek island. There are several reasons why you should choose Crete ahead of other top tourist destinations in the world.
Crete is the largest and the most populous island in Greek, the 5th largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Welcoming over 2 million travellers each year, it has become one of the most sought after tourist destinations with rich culture, magnificent sceneries and an assortment of Crete Villas.
Here Are the top Reasons Why to Visit Crete
Beaches: Crete's beaches are undoubtedly the star attractions having numerous attractive features to entice beach lovers, honeymooners and newly married couples. The golden coastlines stretch for miles along the Mediterranean. Get instant access to the peninsulas, pretty coves and bays. Enjoy the unspoilt charm of these pristine beaches; grab a lunch at the oceanfront open air cafes and restaurants to mark a romantic break in Crete.
Archaeological Sites: Crete is full of history that can be seen at numerous archaeological sites scattered throughout the island. The Minoan sites of Phaistos and Knossos claim to be the key attractions on the island. Visit ancient ruins dating back to the eras of Ottoman and the Roman.
Natural Scenery: Stay away from the pristine beaches and exploit the enchanting sceneries. The island has preserved glorious natural beauties that provide mesmerizing views and spectacular photo opportunities. There are lakes, rivers, gorges, mountains and forests round the corner of your Greece Villas. Samaria Gorge and the Lefka Ori Mountains are popular for their natural beauty and history.
Heraklion – the Capital: Heraklion is the capital of Crete and offers some of the most striking attractions and allows travellers to enjoy modern lifestyle. Blended with plentiful city amusements such as nightclubs, restaurants, bars and taverns, Heraklion is best known for its nightlife. Apart from that the city also boasts a myriad of cultural attractions including museums, a cathedral and the Venetian Walls.
Popular Activities: The island of Crete has no dearth of spectacular things to do. Travellers who are looking for exciting things to do will come across various tours offered by many travel agencies. Kids can have some good time at the most popular water parks including Limnoupolis, WaterCity and Acquaplus. For adults, the island is paradise for nightlife lovers. Dance, music and party amuse travellers no matter which part of the area that they are. Moreover, adventurous holidaymakers can go hiking, walking, biking, sightseeing and boating.
Food: What entices travellers the most in Crete is its authentic and traditional dish. They are fresh and scrumptious. Restaurants, bars and cafes are found everywhere on the island satisfying every need of the tourists. You can enjoy fresh fish, vegetables, wine and fruits. Taking a lazy walk through the local market will allow you to taste the delicious Cretan cheeses. Cheeses are unbelievably tasty.
Martin Wynn
