
Its southerly position gives it the longest summer of any Greek island, not to mention some of the warmest winters in Europe. It has sandy beaches, serious mountains and myth-laden archaeological sites, plus accommodation from boutique hotels to all-inclusive resorts with sports facilities and kids’ clubs. If you click and buy a product, we may earn revenue.Īs Greece’s biggest island, Crete essentially ticks every box. These buttons and adverts are clearly signposted, and provide direct links through to external sites.


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