Small-scale accommodation on Crete: It is high season and it seems like the whole of Europe is on holiday. In the tourist areas around the Mediterranean, it is everywhere crowded. And if you want to enjoy peace and tranquillity on holiday in a crowded and large holiday resort, it almost seems impossible. In a large
Walking holiday in October in Greece: Walking in Greece is the best way to get to know the country, the nature and the people. There are many different options for a hiking trip in Greece. This beautiful country has countless places that we can suggest for amazing hikes in nature. But for a walking holiday
In September to Greece on holiday: September is a great month for a vacation to Greece. It is a month with summer temperatures, but not with the hustle and bustle of the high season. During the day 30°C on the thermometer is more regular than an exception. Not only the weather is good in September
Snorkelling from the boat: Snorkelling in Crete is great to do. Nature underwater nowhere looks the same in Greece. You cannot go to every great snorkel spot by car and therefore today we go snorkelling from the boat. Just outside the tourist resort of Hersonissos in Crete, is a bay, where are no waves or
Visiting villages in Crete Greece: The village of Astraki today has 228 inhabitants, mainly engaged in agriculture. Documents in 1278 mentioned Astraki as Astracu and more specifically in 1583 as Astracus Catto with 230 inhabitants. The name of the village comes from the many potsherds found here, called ostrakon. As papyrus was too expensive for
Traditions and customs in Greece: Many traditions and customs in Greece originate from the Greek Orthodox religion. Traditions and customs are also a guide to everyday life in Crete. In the mountains of Crete, people still live according to the tradition. The traditions and customs of the Greek islands differ and therefore it is nice
