How to Eat Like A Local at (Laiki Agora) Farmer’s Markets in Heraklion For the locals in Heraklion, early morning is the time to fill a basket with all manner of glorious goods. Crete has the sort of dietary philosophy […]
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Hidden Beaches in Crete That Locals Actually Love
Posted On May 25, 2026
Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Crete is an island with a jagged coastline that is bursting with hidden beaches and secret coves. That’s a LOT of sand. The coastlines are varied, and with over 1,000 kilometres of golden sand (and […]
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The Best Rooftop Views & Sunset Spots in Heraklion
Posted On April 10, 2026
As the sun begins to sink and the sky turns gold, there’s a little voice in my head that tugs at the heartstrings and puppeteers me in the direction of the nearest sun viewing spot. Thankfully, Mother Nature ensures this […]
Reading time: ~10 minutes Travelling to Crete with a baby might sound intimidating, but the island is surprisingly family-friendly. With calm beaches, short driving distances and welcoming tavernas, it’s an ideal destination for slow, stroller-paced adventures. Here’s what a week […]
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Crete with Teens: Adventure, Culture & Instagram Spots
Posted On February 12, 2026
Estimated reading time: 12 minutes My teenager looked up from her phone exactly three times during our first hour in Crete. Once when the taxi driver pointed out the Venetian walls. Once when she spotted a stray cat with particularly […]
Discovering Myrtia: A Cultural Tapestry in the Hills of Heraklion, Crete
Posted On December 10, 2025
Estimated Reading Time: 9–10 minutes Where the Vineyards Whisper Stories If you’ve ever driven southeast from Heraklion with no particular plan—just an open heart and half a tank of gas—you might find yourself winding through the gentle slopes of central […]
Estimated Reading Time: 9–10 minutes Prologue: A Scene Unfolds in Crete I first encountered the heart of the Cretan kafeneío one golden afternoon, not in a guidebook, but when the light caught something in the courtyard: laughter, the aroma of […]
Estimated Reading Time for This Section: 13 minutes Tucked into the lush hills of central Crete, about 20 kilometers south of Heraklion, lies a village that most tourists have never heard of. And yet, for those who stumble across it […]
Jog Heraklion: The Best Running Routes for Fitness Lovers in Crete’s Capital
Posted On August 19, 2025
When I checked into Olive Green Hotel, I didn’t expect Heraklion to be one of the best cities I’ve ever jogged in. Nestled in the heart of the city, the hotel placed me within walking distance of seaside promenades, historic […]
When I first checked into Lato Boutique Hotel, I had no idea just how central it truly was— not only because of its location but also as the perfect hub for discovering the best of Heraklion and beyond. Tucked just […]
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