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Travel guides to Crete, including Chania, Heraklion, beaches, road trips and local experiences.
Browse practical guides, itineraries and first-hand planning ideas for this part of Greece. The articles below are limited to this section, so you can move from broad inspiration to the details that matter for your trip.
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Falassarna Beach Crete Guide: Sunset, Swimming, Ancient Ruins and Practical Tips
Plan a day at Falassarna in western Crete with beach areas, sunset advice, wind and swimming conditions, ancient Falassarna and transport tips from Chania.
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Voulisma and Istro Beaches Guide: Swimming, Parking and Agios Nikolaos Day Trip
Compare Voulisma and the beaches around Istro near Agios Nikolaos, with swimming conditions, parking, facilities, family tips and how to plan a relaxed beach…
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Rethymno Old Town and Fortezza Guide: Venetian Harbour, Alleys and a Perfect Walking Day
Explore Rethymno Old Town and the Fortezza with a practical walking route through the Venetian harbour, historic lanes, museums, viewpoints and food stops.
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Rethymno Travel Guide: Old Town, Beaches and a 4-Day Itinerary
A practical Rethymno guide with the Venetian old town, Fortezza, city beach, where to stay, day trips, family tips and a realistic four-day itinerary.
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Chania Old Town and Venetian Harbour Guide: Walking Route, History and Local Tips
Explore Chania Old Town and the Venetian Harbour with a practical walking route, historic districts, lighthouse views, food stops, timing and local planning tips.
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Sitia Travel Guide: Waterfront, Geopark, Beaches and a 3-Day East Crete Itinerary
Discover Sitia in eastern Crete with the waterfront, Kazarma, beaches, Sitia Geopark, local food, where to stay and a realistic three-day itinerary.
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Crete Road Trip: A Realistic 10-Day Itinerary from Chania to Heraklion
A realistic 10-day Crete road trip using Chania, Rethymno and Heraklion as bases, with beaches, ancient sites, driving advice and family-friendly pacing.
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Matala Crete Guide: Beach, Caves, Red Beach and a 2-Day Stay
Explore Matala in southern Crete with its beach, archaeological caves, Red Beach walk, nearby Kommos, 2026 ticket information and a practical two-day itinerary.
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Lake Kournas Guide: Swimming, Pedal Boats, Villages and a Half-Day Trip from Chania
Plan a visit to Lake Kournas in Crete with swimming, pedal boats, walking, nearby villages, timing, parking and an easy half-day trip from Chania…
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Chania Travel Guide: Old Town, Best Beaches and a 5-Day Itinerary
A practical Chania guide covering the Venetian harbour, old town, beaches, western Crete day trips, where to stay, food and a realistic five-day itinerary.
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