⭐ Travel Guide for Island Crete ⛵, Greece❗

From the dunes of Lafonissi and Xerokambos to the tropical shores of Kedrodasos and Chrissi, from the hidden beaches in the wild gorges of Sfakia and Asteroussia to the emerald bays of Triopetra and Plakias, from Balos and Elounda lagoons to the palm groves of Preveli and Vai, from piney beaches of Ierapetra to the long organized strands of the northern coasts, Crete offers the ultimate combination of carefree holidays and natural beauty, which can be finely reflected on its beaches.

Avlaki beach at Sissi

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Just a few meters east of the busy beach of Boufos, on the coastal road of the village of Sisi, lies a smaller, quieter beach, Avlaki. Despite being so close, Avlaki offers a different experience, more peaceful and natural, ideal for those seeking isolation.

Kouneni beach at Kefali

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The area of Kouneni is located in the vicinity of the village of Pigaidakia, near Cape Lithino, in the “corner” of Messara, and is the southernmost territory of Crete. The highest point of the Cape is the windswept Mount Kefali, from which start vertical cliffs of 391m

Spiliada beach

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A series of small picturesque coves near the large cave of Spiliada, located within the territory of a large hotel.

Mavromouri beach

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Mavromouri Beach, also known as Psilos Ammos (“Fine Sand”), lies in the Ellinon Spitia area, just north of Karoumes Beach, at the remote eastern edge of the Lassithi region.

Gremopezes beach

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Gremopezes beach is located within the limits of the naval base in Kyriamadi, Sitia, and below the radar of Kefala in Cape Sidero. Opposite is the rocky islet of Sidero and to the west are the rocks of Ftena Trachilia.

Dragonara beach

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From the port of Dragonada, a short path leads us north to the large, sheltered bay of Dragonara with its clear blue waters and beautiful seabed. The beach is generally rocky with large pebbles, and there is shade from some junipers. In general, it is almost certain that you will be alone here.

Ryakaki beach

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The small beach of Riakaki is formed 4 km east of Mochlos, Sitia, in the location of Linares, and administratively belongs to the community of Myrsini, Sitia. Nearby is the Venetian Tower of Kornaros.

Armenopetra Beach in Louros

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Armenopetra is located in a rather difficult location to the south of mount Vouvala, between Agia Galini and Agios Pavlos, in the vicinity of the village Melambes

Beaches

Echoes of Blue

Chania

Rethymnon

Heraklion

Lassithi

Avlaki beach at Sissi

Kouneni beach at Kefali

Spiliada beach

Mavromouri beach

Gremopezes beach

Dragonara beach

Ryakaki beach

Armenopetra Beach in Louros

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