Chania (also spelt Hania – as it is pronounced) is Crete’s second largest city, situated on the northwest coast of the captivating Greek island. Known to some as the ‘island of diversity’, Crete ...

Crete’s sheer size can make deciding where to go a little daunting. This guide can help you decide which side of the island—from its rugged west to its less explored eastern reaches—is right for you.

For those already planning their summer holidays, there is a perfect Greek island which boasts not only some of the most beautiful beaches, but delicious food and ancient ruins to explore. The Greek ...

Washed by the waters of the Sea of Crete and the Libyan Sea, the beaches on the island’s western coast are some of the finest in all of Europe. Pink sand, turquoise ...

Walking along the harbour arm affords a seafarer’s view of Chania, one of Greece’s prettiest cities. From the weathered stone Venetian lighthouse, you look back to the great domed mosque at the centre ...

Crete, Greece’s largest island, is known for its historical sites, stunning scenery and local culture. Its incredible history has been shaped by civilizations dating back to the Minoans, Venetians, ...

It was also the filming location for 1964’s Zorba The Greek FROM the top of the cliffs, I look down on an historic city painted in vibrant colours and dissected by tiny cobbled streets. Sun-kissed ...