Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are going to talk about
CRETE
1.) Visit Spinalonga Island
The tiny island of Spinalonga is so close to Crete and easily reached by a little boat over to the island. Perched in the north-east of Crete (within the Gulf of Elounda), it’s one little spot to explore some of the Venetian histories of the island.
It’s a tiny little place that has had a pretty turbulent past, with the historic Arab raids, Venetian conquering, Ottoman occupation, all before being turned it into a leper colony. Thankfully, the island is much more peaceful today. Pop on one of the small boats that leave Elounda every 30 minutes, or so. It really is one of the best things to do in Crete.
2.) Take a dip at Seitan Limania Beach
Relatively near Chania (and Chania Airport), the tiny little cover of Seitan Limania is a great spot to chill out and relax in that stunning Aegean Sea. Now, the beach is pretty small and it does get busy during peak season.
If you want to avoid the crowds, pop over for an early morning dip during the week. It really is beautiful.
3.) Gorge on Greek Dishes
Look, there’s no going to Greece without eating as much Greek food as physically possible. I swear every time I go to Greece I pack elasticated pants. I seem to fill up on everything I can fit in my mouth.
Anyway, make sure you try some of the tasty Cretan Cheeses, Kalitsounia (a proper cheesy delight) and Dakos which is my favourite (made from chunks of rusk, ripe tomatoes, sheep’s cheese and lashings of Greek olive oil).
And as always have a chlled day from the Viking
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