Loutro is a quaint fishing village on the south coast of Crete. The amphitheatrical bay, lying right by the sea, boasts a unique waterfront made of whitewashed buildings, blue windows, and pink blossomed bougainvillea. A unique reminder of the Cycladic landscape… but on Crete! … Read More
Author Archives: Matthaios Georgiou
Sfakia: Exploring the Authentic Beauty of Crete’s Hidden Gem
The unspoilt and historical village of Sfakia is built on the hill slopes, overlooking the natural bay. It is situated around the White Mountains range and the famous Samaria Gorge. Sfakia lies 72 km south east of Chania town. Most of the inhabitants here are involved in fishing and goat raining producing delightful cheeses such as anthotiri or mizithra … Read More
Embracing the Tranquility of Gialiskari Beach in Palaiochora
Gialiskari beach, also called Gianiskari or Dialiskari, is located 3 km east of Palaiochora. In order to get here, you have to follow the road that starts from Palaiochora and heads east towards the villages Anydroi and Prodromi. … Read More
Exploring the Enchanting Mystique of Fragokastelo in Sfakia
Frangokastello is one of the most interesting spots in Chania … Read More
Discover the Secluded Beauty of Menies Beach in Kolymvari
The beach Menies or Diktinna is located in a small bay, in the northeastern edge of Cape Rodopou. In order to get there, you need to drive through a bumpy dirt road of approximately 17 km, which starts from the village Rodopou and ends at the beach. The road is quite difficult, which makes it prohibitive for conventional cars. This area however, which is included in the Natura 2000 protection network … Read More
Discover Krios Beach Bliss in Palaiochora
Krios is one of the most secluded beaches of Chania located 70 km south west of the main town and close to Paleochora … Read More
Underwater Paradises: Snorkeling Activities in Chania, Crete
Snorkelling in Chania is an ideal thing to do because:
All you need is a mask and a snorkel
Visibility in the seas of Chania … Read More
Bougatsa Iordanis in Chania: A Delightful Culinary Adventure
A substantial part of the Greek heritage is made from the traditions that the culinary culture of the country has passed down from one generation to the next. One such culinary landmark is the flavor of Bougatsa.
Bougatsa is a dish made with filo pastry and with fillings that can change from region to region. In Chania (Crete), the most famous pastry shop, Iordanis Bougatsa has been baking fresh bougatsa on a daily basis since 1922. Through the years, the uniqueness of his shop has been published in endless food and travel magazines. … Read More
Exploring Culinary Delights at Chrisostomos Restaurant in Old Harbor Chania
Cretan dishes cooked in the wood oven made with appetite and authentic Cretan quality materials mainly taken from the land of Sfakia. Friendly service along with the decoration of traditional tools and objects will make you feel the hospitality and warmth of the Cretan household. … Read More
Discovering Culinary Bliss: The Exquisite Diktina Restaurant in Kolymvari
Fish restaurant with great view of the Kolymvari’s old fish harbor. … Read More