Bargain Package Holidays to Crete

Getting there and getting around

There are two airports operating in Crete at present, Chania and Heraklion, depending on where abouts in Crete you are travelling will determine which airport you will land at. Flights to Crete are plentiful with lots of airlines flying regularly from the UK. If you’re looking to visit the west of Crete you will need to book package deals or pre-packed hotel and flights to Chania airport, however if you’re looking for the livelier Crete resorts such as Stalis, Hersonissos or Malia, you are better flying direct to Heraklion. Greece has a national bus service called KTEL, this runs on Crete as well and is cheap, safe and reasonably punctual, which makes getting around Crete very easy.

Things to do

Crete is renowned for its beautiful surroundings, especially in the spring. Just as in England, everything blossoms. Crete is awash with colour and the weather it just right for hiking this time of year. A walker’s paradise, holidays to Crete offer enormous choice for those keen to head for the hills and discover the real Greece. Ideal for coastal and country walks, Crete offers stunning views and an array of hidden trails and ancient paths. A famous walk here is the ‘Samaria Gorge’ – a challenging yet rewarding trek which can take a full day to finish, however you’re sure to be too distracted to think about that with all that exquisite scenery around you. If walking up hills in the blistering sun is not your idea of a holiday, then why not head to Chania and take a family day out to Limnoupolis Water Park. Home to a massive selection of water-based activities and attractions as well as a restaurant and a fast food outlet, it’s perfect for those seeking fast paced thrills and spills. For mums and dads looking to relax whilst not having to worry about the kids, there’s the Lazy River, where you can simply lie back on a rubber ring and drift leisurely around the park. Regardless of what resort you venture to in Greece, you will find something to suit everybody and can look forward to a fantastic holiday.

Food and drink

The Greek food and drink is virtually the same in each Greek island, very simple yet delicious. Crete shares some of its specialities with the island of Corfu, a traditional eatery they share is mezze, a meal similar to the Spanish tapas in that there are lots of small portions containing ingredients as diverse as olives and octopus. As with many holiday destinations, Crete also offers many international fast food restaurants selling burgers and pizza, along with British-style cafes for those who enjoy their home comforts. For cheap holidays to Crete visit travel.co.uk today and find the best deal on the market today.