| If you're planning a vacation to Greece, you should | | | | tsikoudia (similar to Italy's grappa), Greek beer, and |
| make it a point to visit the beautiful island of Crete. | | | | Cretan wine. Of course, ouzo is also a must when |
| Whether you're an avid outdoors enthusiast or are | | | | you're in Greece. For a morning jumpstart, you'll |
| more interested in the culture and traditions of the | | | | delight in strong Greek coffees that you can order |
| Greece, Crete has something for everyone. Best of | | | | sweetened or unsweetened. |
| all, Crete offers splendid accommodations to anyone | | | | Hotel Accommodations |
| looking for a hotel in Greece. | | | | When you're looking for the right hotel in Greece, it's |
| Mountains and Seashores | | | | important to first decide what amenities you'd like. Do |
| The defining geological features of Crete are its | | | | you want to be in a hotel on the beach, with easy |
| mountains, made up of three ranges: the White | | | | access to the water, green parks, and local villages? |
| Mountains, the Idi Mountains, and the Dikti Mountains. | | | | If you're going on vacation with your family, would |
| Aside from the beautiful scenery, the mountains in | | | | you like a spacious suite with four beds so that |
| Crete feature plateaus, caves, and gorges. The Ideon | | | | everyone can stay in the same room? Do you want |
| Andron, or Zeus Cave, overlooks the fertile | | | | access to nearby restaurants and nightlife? |
| farmlands of the Lasithi Plateau, while the Samaria | | | | If you're going to travel to Crete, you can arrive |
| National Park showcases the Samaria Gorge, filled | | | | either by airplane or by boat. Once you get there, |
| with a breathtaking array of flora and fauna. If you're | | | | however, you may want to consider staying near the |
| a nature lover, travel in Crete means trekking | | | | flawless sandy beach of Georgioupoli. With |
| through gorgeous scenery and the opportunity to | | | | unparalleled beauty and breathtaking views, |
| view a wide variety of birds and other wildlife. | | | | Georgioupoli offers visitors the perfect Greek |
| If you're the type who hears the siren song of the | | | | experience. |
| water, the beaches in Crete are unparalleled. The | | | | When it comes to booking your hotel in Greece, |
| clear waters make snorkeling and scuba diving a | | | | consider doing so with an online reservation directly |
| memorable experience, while the Vai beach is perfect | | | | with the hotel of your choice. Many visitors who |
| for relaxing in the sun. There are also wonderful | | | | travel to Crete report that booking directly with their |
| wilderness beaches where you can explore rock | | | | hotel, rather than a tour operator, saved them both |
| formations and find the perfect escape. | | | | money and time. The best online reservation |
| Food and Drink | | | | systems are available in a multitude of languages, |
| A vacation to Crete wouldn't be complete without | | | | incorporate multimedia - like photos, video, and flash - |
| indulging in the local cuisine. Even if you're not up to | | | | into their websites, and are accessible to those with |
| tasting the islands traditional snail dishes, you can | | | | vision impairments. |
| enjoy fresh squid and octopus, smoked ham and | | | | However you arrive in Crete and wherever you stay, |
| sausage, skewers of souvlaki, and a myriad of local | | | | be sure to soak in the sun, the landscape, and the |
| cheeses. | | | | local culture and cuisine. Enjoy! |
| When it comes to beverages with a kick, you'll enjoy | | | | |