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Go South: explore the area of Plakias

Once a small fishing village, Plakias has developed to a popular holiday destination for those who seek modern commodities and a relaxed...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Sfakian pie: try to make this Cretan delicacy at home

Cretan cuisine is all about the pies with a variety of delicious fillings, usually based on cheese and wild greens. One of...

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A safe summer in Crete: all the current Covid-19 rules & measures

Greece has successfully managed the Covid-19 health crisis, and as a result, the Greek government started lifting the restriction measures gradually, since...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Cretan gastronomy in Heraklion: 4 of the best restaurants

Heraklion is not only the capital of Crete, but also home of some of the best restaurants in the world! If you...

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The exotic beaches of Crete

Swim in turquoise waters, dig your feet in velvety white sand, take a nap under the shade of palm trees, and all...

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Day trip: Monastery of Agios Panteleimonas – Drosia

Crete is an island of hidden treasures, and sometimes you don’t need to travel far to find interesting monuments, beautiful places, and...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Cretan recipes: how to make the perfect Dakos

Nothing tastes more like summer than the divine Cretan dakos, a simple dish that brings together some of the best Cretan products,...

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El Greco: from Fodele to Spain

Domenikos Theotokopoulos (1541 – 1614) , the worldwide famous painter who became known with the nickname El Greco (“The Greek”), originated from...

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Must-see: Koules Fortress in Heraklion

The fortress of Koules, or “Rocca a Mare” as the Venetians called it, has been the tireless guard of the city of...

Weddings & Events

The most popular wedding trends for 2020

Weddings have been happening since the dawn of modern civilization, as love is timeless, but trends come and go. If you are...

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Day trip to Psiloritis: Discover mountainous Crete

The mountains of Crete are rarely on the list of tourist attractions, even though they played an important role in the island’s...

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Meet the Minoans at the Minoan Theatre

After visiting the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion you might wonder, how did Minoans really look like? And...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Taste the authentic: Crete’s PDO & PGI products

Cretan products are famous for their exceptional quality and have gained a distinguished place in the international market, but still, the widest...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Guide: How to Eat & Drink like a Cretan

Once you spend a bit of time in Crete and with the company of Cretans, you will realize one thing for sure:...

Destination

Day trip to Chania: the best things to see & do

Often referred to as the “Venice” of Crete, Chania is famous for its scenic old town and port with a strong Venetian...

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Discover Crete’s colorful mythology

Cretan mythology includes some of the most popular myths of antiquity and well-known characters that inspired ancient and modern art, and even...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Trygos and the birth of Cretan wine

Cretan wine is famous around the world for its exquisite taste and unique quality. The secret of its success lies in the...

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5 family friendly beaches in Crete

Crete boasts a large number of lovely beaches for every taste, but when you are traveling with young kids, you need to...

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A short guide to Samaria Gorge

A destination on its own right, Crete’s most emblematic gorge offers an unforgettable experience in a one-of-a-kind landscape with stunning views. Samaria...

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The traditional summer feasts (panigiria) of Crete

Summer in Crete is the perfect time to have fun the Cretan way, as the traditional feasts that take place throughout the...

Weddings & Events

Two top international scientific conferences hosted by Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort

Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort in Crete had the honor to host two top international scientific conferences during May 2019...

Destination

Things you must pack for your holidays in Crete this summer

You booked your tickets, you waited with excitement for the day of departure to the island of dreams, and now it’s time...

Gastronomy - Culinary

A brief guide to the precious Cretan wild herbs

Every spring, Cretan mountains are covered with small colorful shrubs of well-known herbs such as oregano, thyme and sage, and lesser known...

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5 beaches in Crete you must visit

The beach of Fodele Beach will offer you all that you’d expect during your vacations: relaxation and suntanning on the beach beds,...

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Arkadi Monastery, a European Freedom Monument

Set in the lovely Cretan countryside, Arkadi Monastery is a must-see monument of the island with an impressive baroque architecture and an...

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The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion: the ultimate museum of the Minoan Civilization

One of the most important museums of Greece, if not Europe, covering 5,500 years of history, is situated in Heraklion and is...

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Orange Festival in Fodele

One of the most interesting culinary festivals in Crete takes place every spring in Fodele, celebrating the region’s most distinguished product: oranges!...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Easter for Foodies at Fodele Beach

Easter is an exceptionally beautiful time to be in Crete, as the weather is perfect and nature is blooming. It is also...

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Carnival Traditions in Crete

Carnival traditions in Crete have deep roots in antiquity and are associated with myths and folk stories, ancient customs of fertility, the...

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Exploring Margarites Village’s Ceramics Traditions

Situated in the foothills beneath Mt. Psiloritis, Margarites is a picturesque village notorious for its pottery tradition. Just 27 kilometers east of...

Gastronomy - Culinary

5 Cretan Dishes You Must Taste While in Crete

The Cretan cuisine is all about nature as the foundation of fantastic gastronomy. The strength of this world-famous culinary choice lies in...

Gastronomy - Culinary

Olive Oil: Benefits and Importance in the Cretan Diet

Described as “liquid gold” by the epic poet Homer and “the great healer” by the father of medicine, Hippocrates, olive oil is...