Explore Georgioupolis Beach Georgioupoli: A Charming Destination Georgioupoli is a charming destination and its main attraction is a 10 km stretch of sand, Georgioupolis Beach, which is awarded the Blue Flag label every year, for environment, water quality, safety, and…
Explore the Footsteps of Zorba the Greek Zorba the Greek: A Cinematic Journey The legendary Zorba the Greek starring Anthony Quinn, Alan Bates, Lila Kedrova, Irene Papas, and Sotiris Moustakas, was filmed on Crete, mainly in the Chania regional unit,…
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…
Celebrate Valentine's Day in Rethymno Valentine's Day in Rethymno: A Romantic Celebration Valentine's Day in Rethymno is not observed by the Greek Orthodox Church, but the Roman Catholic Church meets in Mesologhiou Street and you can always attend the St.…
Anemos Luxury Grand Resort is a Cretan summer paradise. The resort is the pearl of Georgioupoli, a stunning luxury complex, with pools of deep blue, and sparkling white maisonettes and cabanas that shine like marble under the Cretan sun.
Valentine's Day in Chania Not many people make a big fuss about Valentine’s Day in Chania. Because the Greek Orthodox Church does not observe this holiday, only young people will mark their calendars to exchange gifts and chocolates. The Roman…
Cretan Olive Oil The Cretan olive oil is also known as the "king" of the Cretan diet. It is one of the best oils in the world and has exceptional health benefits and particularities. It is still produced traditionally with…
Rethymno in Winter Although it is low season, Rethymno in winter is a fascinating proposition. Average daily temperatures are 12°C in January and February, and around 14°C in December - the weather is not too cold, but wet and usually…
Yakinthia Festival in Anogeia Crete loves to celebrate, and the Yakinthia Festival in Anogeia is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the summer in Rethymno. Anogeia is about two hours drive from Georgioupoli, or less, depending on which…
Greek Breakfast at Anemos Luxury Grand Resort The "Greek Breakfast" is a concept of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels, and has been designed to promote local traditional pure and unique products of the Greek land and the main purpose is…