As the southernmost island, most of the development and industry in Crete is on the northern side of the island, leaving its ...

The low-lying bungalows at Minos Beach Art Hotel peer out across the turquoise water - Minos Beach Art Hotel /Bluegr Hotels The island of Crete is famed for its food, archaeological sites and ...

Rugged mountains, miles of beach, historic towns and a distinctive culture: you'll find it all in captivating Crete. The Minoan civilisation put the island on the map in the Bronze Age, leaving behind ...

The pink sands and clear waters of Elafonisi are part of just one of the best beaches in Crete - ZAZAMAZA Crete – the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and Greece's largest – is (justly) famed ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lauren Mowery covers drinks, travel, food, and sustainable living. This article is more than 3 years old. The private beach at ...

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According to mythology, Crete was the birthplace of Zeus. Heraklion is the largest city of Crete and one of Greece’s major urban centers. The city flourished under a multicultural influence throughout ...

With its glorious mountain landscapes and distinctive archaeological heritage, Crete is a jewel among Mediterranean islands – but it gets crowded in summer. If you go in early spring, however, says ...

Greek authorities ordered thousands to evacuate from different parts of the southern island of Crete, one of the country's most popular tourist spots, where wildfires burned uncontrollably on Thursday ...