We Love Crete - Web Journal

May 14, Askifou Plateau - high in the White Mountains of Crete

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:27:25 GMT

Askifou - The area can be reached by a comfortable 50 km drive from Chania. Leaving Chania you pass through Vrysses then turn south to Askifou, on the way to Sfakia, Frangokastello or Loutro Crete, or

May 14, Hotels in Elounda - budget and luxury hotels in one of the most beautiful places

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:26:33 GMT

Hotels in Elounda - The azure waters and hundreds of sunny days make this a perfect destination for a beach holiday.

May 12, Sissi Crete

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:28:00 GMT

Can you tell me anything about 'Sissi'? What it's like, does it have any interesting places to see? Does it have any good Tavernas/Restaurants etc. Anything

May 12, Moustakia Sarikia and Stivania; three very Cretan traditions

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:09:24 GMT

What is it that makes a Cretan distinct from other Greeks? Moustakia Sarikia and Stivania; these are some of the traditional habits of men from Crete.

May 12, Cretan Nature - our birds, flora, fauna and conservation projects in Crete.

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:08:28 GMT

Cretan Nature - animals, marine life, birds, flowers and plants of Crete as well as conservation projects, all about mountains and gorges and places to explore, endangered turtles, beautiful whales.

May 12, Samaria is Fantastic - Would Recommend to Anyone FIT !

Sat, 12 May 2012 05:29:27 GMT

Hi, In the 80's I had the honour of being a tour guide on Crete. Among other things, I used to take groups 3 times a week, down the Samaria Gorge, starting

May 12, Price at supermaket & restaurant

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:50:09 GMT

We are going to Crete from the end of June for 2 weeks with 3 teenagers. So all total 5 of us. As you know these teenagers eat well! So I am thinking

May 12, I Love Crete

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:32:56 GMT

I love Crete because of all the lovely walks I can take in Crete. Why do you not make it a little easier for tourists to find these routes? And a little

May 12, Help! Wide open 1st trip to Crete and Overwhelmed

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:12:09 GMT

Hi, we are so overwhelmed and would appreciate advice. Flying into Athens from the US on May 24 and out of Athens on June 3. Other than that, we have nothing

May 11, Syros - centre of the Cyclades; a beautiful island and the capital, Ermoupolis.

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:30:02 GMT

Syros; Syros remains an essentially Greek island, with a natural rhythm of life progressing all year long. Of course, in summer, her beaches and crystal clear waters draw travellers from around.

May 11, Greece images - pictures of Greece inspire with the range of beauty and contrast

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:28:50 GMT

Greece Images - Delphi, Santorini, Mykonos and some of the most famous landmarks of Greece; from Lindos in Rhodes to Chania in Crete, from the Evzones in Athens to the wild Balos Lagoon...these pictur

May 10, Gortyna - archeaological site on the island of Crete in Greece

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:14:56 GMT

Gortyna, This site is located 50 kms from Heraklion town. Whereas many of the remains you will see on Crete are from the Minoan culture, this settlement was a predominantly a Roman capital.

May 10, Greece Budget Travel - a range of cheap accommodation options in Athens, Crete,

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:13:56 GMT

Greece Budget Travel - It is still possible to travel in Greece very cheaply. Take the local buses. Take the ferries. Stay in small pensions or rooms for rent known as domatia. Bargain for the p

May 7, Cretan Musicians - histories, biographies and discographies

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:39:06 GMT

Cretan Musicians; Biographies and discographies of Crete's most beloved and inspiring musicians, such as Rodinos, Xilouris, Garganourakis, Tzouganakis, whose music and the history of Crete together

May 7, Greek Boat Images - beautiful and poetic images - wooden fishing boats of Greece

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:37:55 GMT

Greek Boat Images - some beautiful images to convey the vastness of the sea, the colours, the light and the way of life of fishing, which is fast fading in the Greek islands.

May 6, Crete Flights - charter flights fill up with package tourists- some extra seats

Sun, 06 May 2012 07:16:54 GMT

Crete Flights - charter flights from the British Iles, cheap seats are sold off after the plane is full of package tourists, cheaper than regular flights, there are many flights per week during summer

May 6, Crete Flowers - there are many beautiful flowers to be found in Crete

Sun, 06 May 2012 07:15:49 GMT

Crete Flowers - from tiny mosses to vibrant orchids, the unusual eco systems of Crete are host to many unique flowering plants, some of which are only found on Crete, and it takes a guide to point out

May 5, Travel Italy - authentic websites with good information about Italy

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:31:31 GMT

Travel Italy - our Italian friends have shared their websites, each one has a contact form so you can ask questions and get help planning your visit to Italy

May 3, Hiking or Walking near Hersonisos Gouves

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:10:00 GMT

Hallo, We have a short stay in Crete, 7 days. We stay in Gouves, and we would love to walk some daytrips. Walks about 15-20 km. Can you give use some

May 3, Flying to Athens How Far is the Airport CHQ in Crete

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:51:54 GMT

Hi, I will be in Crete in early September and Air Canada has me booked on a flight out of Crete at the airport CHQ, how far is this from Elounda? Is there

May 1, Hotels of Greece - our choices of hotels in Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:33:22 GMT

Hotels of Greece - Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Syros, Crete, Rhodes, Hydra and more suggestions for beach accommodation, house swaps, village houses and guesthouses all over Crete, Chania, Rethymnon

May 1, Chania Crete - the essence of Kriti, vibrant modern town brimming with history.

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:31:13 GMT

Chania Crete; the essence of Kriti. For being half Haniotes, we couldnt be prouder of our capital town.

May 1, Greek Cultural Week - Andros Island - cooking, language, painting and dancing

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:29:47 GMT

Greek Cultural Week - 6 full days of a variety of experiences in a truly international atmosphere on the beautiful unpolluted and traditional Cycladic island of Andros.

Apr 28, Crete to Santorini - ferries and flights from Crete to Santorini in Greece

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:48:21 GMT

Crete to Santorini; there are magical new ferries that can whizz you to Santorini in under two hours, we show you how to get from ports in Crete to Santorini (Thira). It is quite possible to visit

Apr 22, How to Get to the Greek Islands

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 02:57:19 GMT

Hi! Attempting to build an itinerary for a family of five for a three week trip to Turkey and Greek Islands. Our ideal trip is Istanbul, region of Izmir

Apr 21, ANZACs in Crete

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:42:38 GMT

Many Australians and New Zealanders are making their way to Europe; to Galipoli and to Crete and other war memorials to take part in rememberance ceremonies marking Australian and New Zealand Army Corps(ANZAC) contributions in many battles. During the 'Battle of Crete' in the second World War, Australian and New Zealand forces fought alongside the Greek army, Cretan resistance and British forces against the invading German and Italian forces. In Australia the 25th April is ANZAC Day in which these soldiers are remembered. In Crete, rememberance ceremonies take place over a week from May 20th. The story of this battle and the subsequent resistance activities, which have formed friendships between Cretans, British, Australians and New Zealanders for generations since, is told by George Psychoundakis in his book The Cretan Runner. Anthony Beevor's Crete: The Battle and The Resistance is an excellent, detailed account of the fighting, the secret service, and of how this Mediterranean island was significant to the outcome of the war in Europe, with many eye witness accounts and anecdotes. These and more on the history of Crete are available here...

Apr 21, Vritomartis or Britomartis is a mythological Goddess from Crete, associated with

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:32:40 GMT

Vritomartis - In Minoan seals, coins and rings she is shown with a demonic nature, carrying the Cretan double-headed axe and followed by wild animals. The resort on the south coast of Crete is named

Apr 21, Agia Fotini - a remote, quiet beach on the south of Crete, just an hour's drive

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:30:21 GMT

Agia Fotini, a small taverna and rooms sitting just quietly by the seaside, as it has been welcoming guests for years, Doze. Snooze. Float in the sea. Read a few pages of your book then let it fall

Apr 15, Planning your Summer in Crete?

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:49:58 GMT

Beach Accommodation East Crete
Elounda Palm Boutique Hotel
Elounda, Lasithi Located just 500 metres from Elounda Beach is the Elounda Palm Boutique Hotel, a small hotel offering standard rooms, family rooms, bungalows, suites and villas. The lush tropical gardens with large palms and salt-water swimming pool create a relaxing atmosphere. Set a little back from the beach, with easy access to both Elounda Beach and Plaka Beach, the location offers lovely views over Elounda Bay to the surrounding mountains and peninsulas. The elegant, simple architectural and decorative features of the hotel create a minimalist, stylish atmosphere. Elounda Palm is truly a distinctly unique hospitality experience, in one of the finest cosmopolitan villages of Crete. A unique selection for Beach Accommodation Crete.

In-room massage services are available, with soft and soothing pampering your visit to the Elounda Palm Boutique Hotel will be complete. Local highlights include daily guided tours to the Island of Spinalonga to see the Venetian ruins and hear the eerie stories of the island some say is haunted, and historic guided tours to the under water ruins of Ancient Olous, dated from 3000 BC.

Apr 15, Accommodation Crete; our choices and tips for stays on Crete Greece

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:45:26 GMT

Accommodation Crete; we have selected small guest houses, agrotourism lodges, small boutique hotels and luxury spas for your travels in Crete, make the most of the stunning mountain villages and beach

Apr 14, Honeymoon in Crete (5 nights)

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 06:02:33 GMT

Hi, My fiance and I are looking to come to Greece for our honeymoon. We plan to stay a total of 10-14 nights depending on our budget. We are thinking

Apr 9, Greek Doorways - Images of Greece

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 02:59:21 GMT

Blue Door in Hydra

Apr 8, Flying from Crete to Rhodes

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:43:36 GMT

We want to fly from Crete to Rhodes. We are wondering whether we should stay in a Herakilion hotel during our visit since it will be easier to catch the

Apr 7, Crete to Athens Ferries - Are They On Time?

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 03:41:09 GMT

Hello, I stumbled upon your blog/website and found it extremely helpful. I am traveling to Crete as part of my honeymoon in June 2012. I am landing

Apr 7, Manos From Chania - Like Manna From Heaven!

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 01:28:14 GMT

Our friend Manos has written with a wonderful offer of local Cretan olive oil... Hi All, Sorry for my English language but I am from Greece, Kriti and my city is "Chania" ... I have read the articles from this blog and these are excellent. Here in Kriti we produce the oil ourselves. In Kriti my family have arable land with olive trees and every year we collect the olives ourselves. We go to the olive press ourselves and we have our extra virgin olive oil. Here in Kriti almost all families do the same. This oil is perfect - you must taste it the moment that it is produced in the olive press - it is amazing!!! I can help everyone who wants this specific type of extra virgin oil. I can send a certain quantity in some way to you. I am not a seller or a company, I am 28 years old and I am a simple internet user and my blog link is below... If you want information about or somthing else my email is manosgiannoylis [@]yahoo.gr Ciao !!! Thank you Manos! Naste kala!

Apr 3, Hydra Greece - is a special island as there is no mechanised transport. Donkeys

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:10:56 GMT

Hydra Greece - Hydra port has to be one of the prettiest ports in Greece, with a crescent shaped small bay surrounded by steep hills with white houses, terracotta rooves and local stone homes. It is a

Mar 31, Road Trip in Crete

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:41:02 GMT

Hello, My friend and I are planning to spend 4 full days on Crete before returning to Athens. We will arrive evening of June 16th to Heraklion, plan

Mar 31, Intensive Greek Courses 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:13:55 GMT

The team from Omilo Greek Language School want to reassure everyone that their program of classes are running without a hitch this year! See below and the link to take that language course you have been dreaming of, and enjoy Greece at the same time... 6-day intensive Greek courses in Athens from Monday 2 April to Saturday 7 April 1 or 2 week Greek Easter course in Nafplion from Monday 9 April to Saturday 21 April 1 or 2 week Greek course in Syros from Sunday 20 May to Friday 1 June 1 or 2 week Greek course in Andros from Sunday 24 June to Friday 6 July

Mar 25, Crete Ferries - from Santorini & to Fethiye

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 06:33:17 GMT

Hello, My fiance and I will would like to go to Crete after a few days in Santorini. Can you please advise the best way to get to Crete from Santorini?

Mar 25, Three Days in Crete- Low Budget!

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 06:18:05 GMT

Hello! My boyfriend and I are 18 and are going to be in Crete for 3 days as part of a self-guided tour of Greece, Italy, and France. We're looking for

Mar 24, Chania Accomodation and Elafonisi Crete

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 04:28:38 GMT

Hi, I'm heading to Crete via Athens this coming May 14. Appreciate if you can assist with the following queries: 1. Please reccommend a budget/mid range

Mar 24, Celebrating 20 Years of Marriage in Crete

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 03:20:19 GMT

Hi - We are spending July 7 - 13 in Crete. We would like our trip to included secluded beaches, amazing food and interaction with locals and their way

Mar 19, Crete Beaches in the Sun - the beautiful beaches of Crete Island in Greece

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:20:56 GMT

Crete Beaches; Beach by Beach & Life at the Beach, Elafonisi, Matala, Agia Pelagia, Elounda, descriptions photos, maps and accommodation suggestions for travel in Crete to enjoy the glorious beaches.

Mar 17, Bus Times and Prices Rethymnon to Heraklion

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 22:38:45 GMT

I am travelling to Rethymnon in May and would like to know the times of the buses to Heraklion and the prices. Thank you

Mar 17, Cheap Fares from Boston to Athens

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 07:26:37 GMT

We love finding great fares and today we have found one for all our American friends... Swiss have released their spring specials Boston to Athens USD$872 See the title on this page 'Swiss Spring Special Offer' then click on 'Top Spring Destinations' Use the drop down box to select your city and see the economy fares Swiss Spring Special Offer

Mar 17, Ferries from Rhodes to Crete

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 04:10:40 GMT

Is there a direct ferry from Rhodes or Adana or another port in Turkey to Crete in Oct of 2012? How much would it cost

Mar 17, Bus Service Chania Airport to Chania

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 01:43:05 GMT

I would like to know the times of the bus service Chania airport to Chania town

Mar 11, Botanical Workshops in Crete

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 08:54:43 GMT

Our friend Julia Jones of Flowers of Crete is arranging some botanical workshops in Crete in 2012. See the detailed information sheets attached below... Julia says: "We are hoping to start a series of art courses in a variety of mediums at The Orthodox Academy of Crete at Kolymbari. These will include scanner art, botanical art, and macro photography. The first two courses are planned for this year and are designed to increase awareness of the need for conservation and protection of our environment. Please find attached programmes for the first two courses. There are places available on both courses. For further information please contact Julia or Jan. Regards, Julia Jones, Flowers of Crete" With Beauty Before Us - Botanical Photography Crete - April 2012 Residential Botanical Workshop - May 2012 Botanic Art Workshop - Oct 2012

Mar 11, Lasithi Rural Accommodation - small guesthouses, hotels and pensions in the east

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:35:58 GMT

Lasithi - rural accommodation, we have chosen small guesthouses, hotels and pensions run by local families in beautiful remote locations for a taste of the real Crete. Lasithi is the lesser known side

Mar 5, Where to look for family history in Crete

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:34:07 GMT

We are planning our trip in May 2012. My grandfathers family originated from Crete. We would like to know a good place to start looking for our history.