Is Crete the best island in Greece?

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.



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Crete. Crete is arguably the best Greek island for those who want to admire the history, ancient ruins, adventure, and sunshine throughout the year.

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It really depends on where you stay on the island, there are numerous tourist resorts, but also quiet village locations and small unspoilt sea size villages too.

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The most affordable Greek Islands to visit include Crete, Andros, Tinos, Corfu and Naxos. These cheap Greek Islands don't get nearly as many visitors as others, making everything from transportation to food and accommodations more affordable. And often, they're not even very far from the more popular islands.

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Santorini is somewhat of a cliché choice to kick-off the list, but there are a multitude of reasons why the film-set stunning island is considered one of the most beautiful islands in Greece.

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Crete is Greece's largest island—just driving from one end to the other makes for a five-hour journey, and there's much to do and see in between. If you want to experience all Crete has to offer, plan to spend a full week exploring its monasteries, olive groves, towns, and coast.

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

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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.

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You can spend as much or as little as you want in Crete. At the budget end of the spectrum, you're aided by the island's size and popularity, which means options are many. With some planning and shopping around, you can get good deals on transport and accommodation.

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15 Best places to visit in Greece
  • Santorini. Located in the Aegean Sea, the Santorini archipelago is a destination for travellers from all over the world. ...
  • Mykonos. ...
  • Corfu. ...
  • Athens. ...
  • Navagio Beach. ...
  • Meteora. ...
  • Lindos. ...
  • Asos.


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Crete is home to some of the best clubs and bars anywhere in the Greek islands. Lots of them stay open until the early hours of the morning, so you can make the most of Crete's nightlife, even if it takes you until 11pm to get ready! The biggest party animals among you won't want to miss out on a trip to.

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Many celebrities choose to go by boat to islands such as Mykonos and Santorini, as well as smaller islands. For example, on their summer vacations, Tom Hanks and Scarlett Johansson both chose lesser-known Sifnos.

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Here are seven of the most authentic Greek islands.
  1. Nisyros. Nisyros is popular with daytrippers from Rhodes and Kos, keen to experience its smoking volcanic crater. ...
  2. Folegandros. Only a short ferry ride from Santorini, Folegandros is a whole different world. ...
  3. Paxos. ...
  4. Tilos. ...
  5. Astypalea. ...
  6. Halki. ...
  7. Amorgos.


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Greeks are known for their hospitality and Crete is regarded as a friendly tourist destination. However, understanding Greek etiquette will help you interact and blend in with the locals.

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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.

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Crete is a safe place to travel and you shouldn't lose sleep over the risk of crime. As anywhere, though, common sense should always prevail: lock your doors, don't leave valuables in the rental car and never leave your phone or other treasures unattended on the beach or at the cafe.

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