The largest of the Greek islands, Crete offers two airports and a fantastic choice of holiday resorts. The hotels have become much more contemporary and luxurious, many featuring their own private pool. Cretan hospitality is as warm and welcoming as you could wish for and the food is as tempting as always. From the Venetian charm of Chania to the more rustic fishing port of Elounda this island is full of history, beauty, wonderful beaches and superb weather from April through to early November.

Crete can offer the liveliness of Malia or more laid-back resorts such as Elounda. A very historical island with lots to see, gorgeous sandy beaches, lovely little white-washed villages, and plenty of Greek dining!

There are so many reasons to visit the island of Crete. The largest Greek Island has beautiful weather, amazing beaches, hundreds of ancient sites including my bucket list trip to Spinalonga, and beautiful little Greek villages to sit and enjoy the fabulous Greek food, you really must visit Rethymnon and Plaka. I had such a memorable trip here staying in some beautiful hotels, two of my favourites being Grecotel LUX Me White Palace and Blue Palace.

Crete is a beautiful island with a hotel to suit everyone. The standard of accommodation is excellent with many properties offering rooms with a private pool. I have visited the areas of Elounda, and a little further along, the quaint village of Plaka, the perfect spot to enjoy some traditional Greek cuisine. It's here that you can take a boat to visit to the former leper colony of Spinalonga - an absolute must for any visit. I have also visited the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos with its traditional restaurants and bars.

Crete is a fascinating Island, full of contrast, offering mile upon mile of pristine natural sandy beaches and ancient Venetian civilisations. Crete truly has something for everyone. Whether you are looking to visit temples, palaces and ancient ruins and immerse yourself in Cretan history or go off the beaten track on a hiking or private jeep tour to one of many gorges offering breathtaking views. Alternatively, head to one of the local towns & villages to shop for handmade leather goods, jewellery and ceramics followed by a leisurely lunch at one of the picture-postcard harbours, sampling local ‘mezze’ dishes along with a glass of Cretan white wine. However you chose to spend your time in Crete you can be assured of a warm welcome and experience genuine Greek hospitality at its finest.

I have been lucky enough to enjoy another wonderful holiday in Crete, this time my family and I stayed in the resort of Elounda which was a beautiful, lovely town lined with local tavernas looking over the water’s edge. We made the most of the water park which my children loved and took a visit over to the fascinating island of Spinalonga, also known as the Leper Island, and only a short boat ride away from where we stayed. We spent a day in the picturesque city of Rethymnon, lined with narrow streets full of bars, restaurants, and lovely hand-crafted shops. To finish the day, we had a lovely meal in the Old Town with its Venetian Harbour. The Cretans are very proud of their local dishes and want to share them with you so be prepared for long leisurely lunches and watch out for the Raki which is a local drink that is a symbol of friendship and nobility and a sign of social communication, it is lethal!