The Origins of El Greco
A son of Crete, El Greco was most likely born in Fodele, in the house that currently hosts the Museum of El Greco: "The place where I was born is surrounded by orange trees, springs of drinking water, and a…
Reasons Why You Should Visit Crete in Springtime
Suppose you want to visit Crete in spring. Although the weather is still chilly, so come prepared for rainy, windy days. Finding a direct flight to Crete may be difficult before the official tourist season kicks in, but you can…
Christmas Customs on Crete Island
The first Christmas trees appeared sometime in 16th-century Germany, decorated with fruit and sweets for children to pick on Christmas Day. But the whole bring-a-tree-inside-your-home trend started in the USA sometime in the 1850s, and personalities like Thomas Edison -…
Rest Easy in Our Special Collection of Suites
Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort welcomes guests with a unique, newly refurbished collection of upscale suites, all fitted with modern amenities, including high speed, fibre optic Wi-Fi, air conditioning, in-room coffee and tea station, refrigerator, complimentary bath toiletries,…
3 Traditional Cretan Desserts (Recipes)
Known for the Cretan diet, which inspired the celebrated Mediterranean diet, Crete has a rich culinary tradition based on local seasonal ingredients and simple cooking techniques. However, they do tend to become more complex when baking phyllo pastry desserts like…
Day Trip to Dia Island, Seven Nautical Miles from Heraklion Port
Although in Minoan times and Antiquity, Dia Island was the main port of Crete, today, the island no longer serves its navigational purposes. Instead, it is a protected nature reserve, part of the Natura 2000 ecological network. Dia Island: Natura…
Sports Activities at Fodele Beach Hotel
If you choose Fodele Beach Hotel as your Cretan summer destination, you will have an active holiday if you are so inclined. Of course, you can also relax by the pool or the beach. However, if you like to keep…
Frankie Beach Club: An Ideal Quick Break for Our Guests
Frankie Beach Club is impossible to miss when you head to Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort's well-groomed private Blue Flag beach. Shoes and shirts are optional, as this is the spot to grab a quick drink before you…
Recipes with Grapes, the Fruit of September
When in Crete, September is the month to enjoy freshly harvested grapes and a variety of dishes that feature the fruit of the month. The grape is versatile: you can enjoy it fresh, roasted, turned into a delectable spoon sweet,…
Book in October: Extended Summer Vacations on Crete Island
October is the so-called "shoulder season" to visit Crete. The first half of the month will be sunny, with temperature averages around 24°C (75.2°F) and water still warm enough to swim, especially if you wear a full-length wetsuit. You can…