Crete, Greece

Crete is an island with an exquisite 1,000 kilometer-long coastline dotted with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas, which afford a multitude of soft, sandy beaches along the beautifully blue Mediterranean Sea.

After all, it's among the finest in the world and has established Crete as one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. And, of course, the island's historic importance in today's world as the home of the Minoan civilization with important archeological finds at Knossos, Phaistos and Gortys, is evidenced by the tens of thousands of visitors to these sites each year. 



However, Crete is the largest island in Greece - the fifth largest in the Mediterranean - and, within its diverse area of more than 8,000 square kilometers, there are many other jewels just waiting to be discovered by the more adventurous explorers of holiday treasures.


If you haven’t visited Crete yet, you have to come and discover this fascinating Greek island. If it captures your heart, don’t worry. Come back next year and Crete will welcome you once more with its smiling Cretan sun, the sounds of the Cretan lyre, the scents of orange blossom and jasmine, a slice of cool red watermelon and a glass of iced raki. 



Local Information Time: Local time is GMT 2 (GMT 3 between the last Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October)
Electricity: 230V, 50 Hz



Money: The euro is the official currency, divided into 100 cents Banks are open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ATMs are available in all big cities.

In order to exchange cash or traveller’s checks, you need to have your passport with you. In addition, almost all hotels have exchange offices on their front desks. Visa, Master Card and other well known credit cards are accepted by the majority, but not from all shops and servi Language: Greek is the national language but English is widely spoken.
Climate: Temperature during July on Crete usually ranges from 25o to 35o Celsius.