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Agios Yakinthos

Agios Yakinthos: Cretan “Valentine’s Day” in July

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Georgioupoli, Crete

Valentine’s Day in Georgioupoli is not a traditional holiday. In fact, Crete has embraced Valentine’s Day because of the commercial influences from the West. The Greek Orthodox Church does not observe this holiday and the majority of the residents of Georgioupoli are Greek Orthodox. Many of the older locals will simply ignore the date, while the younger ones will celebrate exchanging roses and chocolates.

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Rethymno

Day Trip in Rethymno: Like a Local

Exploring Rethymno - Hidden Gems and Local Delights Minoan Roots, Venetian Structures, and Ottoman Districts Minoan roots, Venetian structures, arched doorways that give romantic appeal to the city’s old aristocratic appearance, narrow streets, and an idyllic Venetian harbor, make Rethymno…

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SPA treatments in Georgioupolis

Relax with SPA Treatments in Chania, Crete Have you already planned your summer holidays in Chania of Crete? If you have booked your stay in the area of Georgioupolis, you really need to read the following blog post. Georgioupolis is…

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Carnival in Rethymno

February Is Carnival in Rethymno

Explore the Rethymno Carnival The Rethymno Carnival: A Grand Celebration The largest fiesta on the island of Crete is the Carnival in Rethymno. It takes place every year before the Greek Orthodox Easter, and lasts about three weeks, depending on…

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