Georgioupolis - A Cretan Gem On the western side of northern Crete, at the bay where Almyros River flows into, at the crossroads between Rethymnon and Chania is the picturesque town of Georgioupolis, which belongs to the province Apokoronas. The…
Chania - The Jewel of Crete located in the northwestern part of the island. The city’s splendid setting and rich history, the picturesque nearby villages and exotic beaches – all combine to leave a powerful impression on its visitors. One…
Lake Kournas - A Natural Paradise Located 5 km to 7 km from Anemos Resort, Mythos Palace, Eliros Mare, and Pepper Sea Club hotels. The legend says that it was created when a beautiful daughter wanted to escape the erotic…
A Natural Paradise Kournas Beach is surrounded by the breathtaking view of the White Mountains. The beach of Kournas is the natural completion of an olive tree green valley with many water springs and Almyros River that flows to it,…
Traveler's Choice 2021 - Anemos Luxury Grand Resort Anemos Luxury Grand Resort has been awarded for another year with the Top Traveller's Choice for 2021 by TripAdvisor. The hotel continues to rank among the top 10% of hotels on the…
Skiing in Crete - A Unique Experience Few tourists know that Crete once had a ski resort. It was up on the Nida Plateau in the Psiloritis mountains in the island’s Rethymno regional unit. Construction began in 1977, and the…
Spili Village - A Cretan Retreat A Cretan Retreat Midway between Rethymno and Agia Galini, the pretty village of Spili is a relaxing, rejuvenating place. Authentic and largely untouched by major tourist developments (apart from the coaches that bring day-trippers…
Raki Production in Crete Raki Production in Crete October sees one of the great annual rituals of Crete performed: it’s the month when the year’s raki production is begun. The process for making the fiery alcoholic liquor served after almost…
Winter Vacation on Crete Winter Vacation on Crete Planning a winter vacation on Crete is not something usually found on travelers' bucket lists since the island is mainly preferred for its delightful beachside lifestyle. Most resorts close their doors in…
Krasi - Hidden Gem of Crete Krasi - Hidden Gem of Crete Krasi’s main tourist appeal may be an ancient plane tree; some say it is over 2400 years old, but this charming hamlet in the Hersonissos Prefecture of Crete…