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Crete is the largest of Greece's islands and is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Crete has a temperate climate all year round and is an island that has something for everyone, making it one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe.
Crete is an island that has a lot of history, myths and legends around it. With many ruins from the earliest European civilization, the Minoan civilization, Crete is a point of interest for anyone interested in history. The 16th century architecture, churches and monasteries, museums and Minoan Palaces - you could spend years wandering Crete, looking at all the wonders!
Crete has some of the nicest scenery in all of Greece. With snowy mountains, flower-filled gorges, caves, hills, olive and citrus groves, cliffs and woods - if you love nature, you will absolutely adore Crete! Make sure you bring your hiking shoes on holiday because you won't be able to resist the lush countryside!
Crete has some of the best shoreline around. The long stretches of golden sand and the small private coves are most people's idea of paradise. The clear waters of the ocean make the perfect setting for the masses of watersports available or just to splash around in! No matter what you want when you come to Crete, what you'll get is fantastic beaches! Aside from the beaches, Crete offers every type of activity - sports, waterparks and masses of shops and markets selling everything you could ever want!
With a mix of small fishing villages and remote hamlets, bustling cities and lively resorts, you can have as much peace or excitement as you want in Crete. One of the best parts about coming to Crete is the fantastic food you get, traditional Greek meze's or moussaka's and fresh fish to die for! Crete has lots of low-key tavernas and bars and a healthy does of clubs and discos - Crete really has a bit of everything you need for the perfect holiday!
Aghia Marina, Agios Nikolaos, Akrotiri, Almeritha, Apokaronas, Chania, Elounda, Gerani, Gouves, Gulf Of Mirabello, Hersonissos, Horafakia, Istron And Kalo Chorio, Kalives, Kamilari, Kamisiana, Kolymbari, Koutouloufari, Livadia, Lyttos Beach, Maheri, Maleme, Malia, Nea Kydonia, Palekastro, Panos Stalos, Platanias, Prina, Rethymnon, Stalis, Veni, Vrouchas
| Month | Temp (°C) | Sunshine | Rainfall |
| January | - | - | - |
| February | - | - | - |
| March | - | - | - |
| April | 18°C | 8hrs | 2.7cm |
| May | 23°C | 9.5hrs | 1.3cm |
| June | 26°C | 11.5hrs | 0.4cm |
| July | 29°C | 12hrs | 0.1cm |
| August | 28°C | 11.5hrs | 0.0cm |
| September | 26°C | 9.5hrs | 1.0cm |
| October | 23°C | 7hrs | 4.7cm |
| November | - | - | - |
| December | - | - | - |
Currency: Euro
Flight time: 3:50:00
You will require a full 10-year British passport valid for at least 6 months after your return to the UK.
No visa required.
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