Chrissi Island: Crete’s Cedar-Forest Beach Escape

Chrissi Island: Crete's Cedar-Forest Beach Escape

Chrissi Island, also known as Gaidouronisi, floats in the Libyan Sea just south of Ierapetra as one of Crete’s most pristine natural sanctuaries. This small uninhabited island captivates visitors with its rare Lebanon cedar forest, golden sand beaches, and shallow turquoise waters that glow under the Mediterranean sun. Protected as a nature reserve, Chrissi offers … Read more

Ierapetra: Crete’s Southern Coast Town

Ierapetra: Crete's Southern Coast Town

Ierapetra holds the distinction of being the southernmost city in Europe, sprawling across the narrow waist of Crete in the Lasithi region. This working town on the island’s sun-drenched south coast offers an authentic Cretan experience far removed from the polished resort atmosphere found elsewhere. The Venetian fortress Kales stands guard over the old harbour, … Read more