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Welcome to the Fodele Beach Hotel Blog — your guide to unforgettable moments in Crete. Discover local travel tips, island experiences, family-friendly activities, hidden gems, and stories inspired by the beauty of the Cretan coastline. From relaxing seaside escapes to authentic cultural adventures, explore everything that makes your stay at Fodele Beach Hotel truly memorable.

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Cretan Honey Between Legend and Tradition

In Crete, archeological surveys proved that honey was consumed since Minoan times. The Minoans used honey to produce mead and probably as...

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Chania adventures: explore the mountain village of Asi Gonia

The mountains of Crete are the island’s heart, and the communities of the Cretan highlands are societies almost to themselves, bastions of...

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Rethymno adventures: Agia Galini

The drive from Rethymno to the south coast village of Agia Galini takes just over an hour, and the 50km journey, through...

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Holy Heroes: Preveli’s Inspiring War Story

Preveli monastery on Rethymno province’s south coast stands high above the Libyan Sea. For its breathtaking location and the views alone, a...

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Modern Meets Tradition in Vrysses

Vrysses, also spelled Vrisses, is a jewel of a Cretan traditional village in the municipality of Apokoronas. It is an active community...

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Destination Lake Kournas: Sunbathing and Donkey Walks

Lake Kournas is Crete island’s only natural freshwater lake. It gathers its waters from the Amati spring, which originates in the White...

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The Best Hidden Villages of Crete

The people of Crete have a word for village, “xorio,” to identify the places closest to their hearts. While most of the...

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Visit Crete in September: The Best Month for Hikes and Sun

Many tourists choose the hottest months of the summer to visit Greece’s largest island, but Crete has plenty to offer in autumn....

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Five Amazing Crete Beaches We’re Sure You Never Heard Of

Surrounded by the mythical and marvelous Aegean and Libyan seas, Crete is famous for its ancient history, unique brand of hospitality, and...

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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...

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