Is Crete better than Santorini?

Crete has better beaches but they're spread out and it takes a fair bit of effort to see the best beaches. Santorini is small and it's easy to get around to all the popular beaches. Crete has more small traditional (non-touristy) villages. Santorini is more romantic and better suited to a honeymoon.



People Also Ask

Generally speaking, hotels in Crete are slightly cheaper than those in Santorini because they're popular among locals, and there are simply more. Crete's high supply and high demand keep prices relatively low, while Santorini's limited supply and extremely high demand increase rates significantly.

MORE DETAILS

Crete. As Greece's biggest island, Crete essentially ticks every box. It has sandy beaches, serious mountains and myth-laden archaeological sites, plus accommodation from boutique hotels to all-inclusive resorts with sports facilities and kids' clubs.

MORE DETAILS

The primary location for Mamma Mia! is on the island of Skopelos, with some scenes shot also on the island of Skiathos. Both Skopelos and Skiathos are part of the Sporades islands. There is also a third location, the seaside village of Damouchari in Pelion, where Mamma Mia! was shot.

MORE DETAILS

Santorini. In Santorini the blue of the sea blends with the blue of the sky and the blue roofs of the houses. This island, ranked among the best destinations for a honeymoon in Europe, is also one of the most beautiful Greek islands. The easiest way is to book a direct flight to Santorini.

MORE DETAILS

12 Most Beautiful Places in Greece
  • Temple of Poseidon, Sounion. ...
  • Navagio Beach, Zakynthos. ...
  • Corinth Canal, Corinth. ...
  • Old Venetian Port, Chania. ...
  • Oia, Santorini. Oia, Santorini. ...
  • Theater of Epidaurus, Epidaurus. Theater of Epidaurus, Epidaurus. ...
  • Old Town, Corfu. Old Town, Corfu. ...
  • Little Venice, Mykonos. Little Venice, Mykonos.


MORE DETAILS

The largest Greek island has mild weather, pristine beaches, great offerings for foodies and wine lovers, hundreds of ancient sites, breathtaking landscapes and hiking paths and wild nightlife. It is the largest island in Greece, but has its own unique history and culture.

MORE DETAILS

The unique sights. Crete is full of places like no other, from its sea depths to its mountaintops. There are natural wonders here such as the largest gorge in Europe, the Samaria Gorge; and fascinating caves such as Psychro, where Zeus himself is said to have been born.

MORE DETAILS

Cultural life. A melting pot of cultures from Europe, Asia, and Africa, Crete is where the first European civilization—the Minoan—thrived. Minoan remains and sites are found at Knossos (Knosós or Cnossus), Phaestus (Phaestos), and numerous other locations throughout the island.

MORE DETAILS

Crete has the greatest concentration of ultra-luxurious hotels in Greece, most of them on and around the Elounda peninsula, about an hour east of the capital, Heraklion, and its airport.

MORE DETAILS

The Most Luxurious Greek Islands For Your Next Vacation
  • THE IONIAN ISLANDS.
  • Mykonos.
  • Crete.
  • Kefalonia (pictured at top)
  • Naxos.
  • Santorini.
  • THE DODECANESE ISLANDS.
  • Symi.


MORE DETAILS

Its wild volcanic landscape, rugged cliffs, wild nature, and beautiful shores, combined with its rich history and traditions, make the island the gem of Greece. Santorini got its current half-moon shape around 1,650 BC after a huge volcanic eruption.

MORE DETAILS

Unfortunately, the hotel Villa Donna is not real, much like Kalokairi island. That said, Villa Donna' is supposedly above Glysteri Beach in Skopelos. However, there are plenty of great and outstanding hotels on both Skopelos and Skiathos for Mamma Mia's lovers to enjoy and feel like part of the movie.

MORE DETAILS

It depends on what type of experience you're looking for. The east side of Crete offers more rugged and less crowded beaches, while the west is known for its cosmopolitan cities and picturesque villages. If you want to relax and enjoy peace and quiet, then the East is your best bet.

MORE DETAILS

The best time to visit Crete is from mid-May to June or from September to October.

MORE DETAILS