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Crete apartments

So, you've decided to pay your own time off on Crete holidays this year. It's easy to see why with such a variety of activities, sandy beaches, gorgeous weather, and fascinating Crete apartments archaeological history hidden all over the island. There's truly something for each type of traveller in Crete. Whether you're arranging a luxurious getaway along with your partner or taking all the kids with you, you won't be disappointed.

It's no wonder why Crete family holidays are so well-liked by so much to accomplish for both children and adults; no one will ever be bored. A popular spot on the island for families is Agia Galini on the south coast. It includes a very quaint old-fashioned charm with shops and restaurants dotting the key square. It's a great jumping off point to see many of the must-see attractions in Crete. A novel excursion for most families is always to have a ferry from the port in the city centre to the palm beach of Preveli, one of the very most sought after beaches in Crete. Another favourite location for families is Bali, on the northern part of the island, located between Rethymno and Iraklio. 

It's gained popularity as a household destination due to the impressive beaches and relatively quiet roads. Additionally, there are no major nightclubs in Bali, which means you won't need certainly to bother about being woken up by noise in the center of the night or worry that the older kids, who're quite old enough, would sneak out to party. It is also quite accessible by public transportation, with Iraklio only one hour away and Rethymno only 30 mins by bus with trips leaving every hour. Iraklio is home to a remarkably vast archaeological museum, a perfect cultural excursion for the household after one way too many days lying in the sun.

The only way to properly enjoy Crete luxury holidays are at one of many four and five-star resorts in Crete holidays Elounda, with the most exclusive ones surrounded by private golf courses. The resorts here take great pride in pampering their guests and providing a first class experience. On the north-eastern part of the island and protected by the Elounda bay, it provides calm waters suitable for swimming and floating about in a lilo while catching some sun. In the centre of the village, you will even find some of the finest restaurants anywhere in Greece and a lively nightlife that continues to the wee hours of the morning.

There's a very unique walk worth doing from here along the coast to the peninsula of Spinalonga. As you cross the dam and look below, you can see the sunken ruins of a historical city called Olous from nearly 1500 years back, a really remarkable site. Also a brief distance from Elounda bay is Spinalonga Island, home to a Venetian castle from the 16th century most well-known for becoming a castaway island for lepers. Tourists interested in visiting the island and learning more about the annals there can travel by boat from Elounda.