Eliros Mare Hotel - Renovation and Rebranding Eliros Mare Hotel, during the winter 2020-2021, proceeded to a full renovation and rebranding investment. Refreshed and renewed, Eliros Mare is welcoming back its guests for the summer season of 2021. The renovation…
Vegan and Vegetarian Dishes on Crete The Cretan diet is at the heart of the Mediterranean Diet. The Seven Countries Study (SCS for short) investigated diet, lifestyle, and other risk factors for cardiovascular disease – and included cohorts of Crete…
Skiing in Crete - A Unique Experience Few tourists know that Crete once had a ski resort. It was up on the Nida Plateau in the Psiloritis mountains in the island’s Rethymno regional unit. Construction began in 1977, and the…
Spili Village - A Cretan Retreat A Cretan Retreat Midway between Rethymno and Agia Galini, the pretty village of Spili is a relaxing, rejuvenating place. Authentic and largely untouched by major tourist developments (apart from the coaches that bring day-trippers…
Raki Production in Crete Raki Production in Crete October sees one of the great annual rituals of Crete performed: it’s the month when the year’s raki production is begun. The process for making the fiery alcoholic liquor served after almost…
For the 16th consecutive year, Mythos Palace Resort & Spa has been honored with the prestigious "Blue Flag" award. This 5-star seaside resort has once again met the international certification's standards by maintaining its beach in impeccable condition—cleaned, organized, accessible,…
Georgioupoli - A Cretan Island Destination For the 4th consecutive year, Anemos Luxury Grand Resort has been honored with the prestigious "Blue Flag" award. The award criteria were based on the resort's beach organization, crystal clear waters, accessibility, security, and…
Georgioupoli - A Cretan Island Destination The Vantaraki Group, owner of the hotel complexes "Anemos Luxury Grand Resort," "Mythos Palace Resort and Spa," and "Eliros Mare Hotel" in Georgioupolis, Chania, has introduced the new 5-star Pepper Sea Club Hotel, exclusively…
Winter Vacation on Crete Winter Vacation on Crete Planning a winter vacation on Crete is not something usually found on travelers' bucket lists since the island is mainly preferred for its delightful beachside lifestyle. Most resorts close their doors in…
Krasi - Hidden Gem of Crete Krasi - Hidden Gem of Crete Krasi’s main tourist appeal may be an ancient plane tree; some say it is over 2400 years old, but this charming hamlet in the Hersonissos Prefecture of Crete…