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Discover the most beautiful beaches of Crete through our curated articles. These posts cover accessing secluded coves and exploring the stunning coastline by boat.
Discover the best places to visit by boat from Georgioupoli on Crete's Apokoronas coast, from long open beaches and the Agios Nikolaos chapel to the sheltered coves toward Almyrida and Kalyves.
A local guide to the best places to reach by boat from Kolymbari in western Crete — from the Diktynna sanctuary at Menies Beach to Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa and the wild coves of the Rodopou peninsula.
Almyrida, on Crete's Apokoronas coast, is one of the easiest launch points for a day at sea. Discover the best places to visit by boat in 2026, from Kalyves Bay and Cape Drapano's sea caves to Marathi, Seitan Limania and Souda Bay.
A practical 2026 guide to Crete weather by season, with sea conditions, wind patterns, packing advice and the best months for beaches and boat trips.
Planning to rent a boat in Crete in 2026? Learn the difference between license-free and licensed boats, where self-drive rentals make sense, what safety checks matter, and the basic navigation rules to know before you leave the harbor.
Planning a holiday in western Crete? Discover the best places to visit by boat in Chania, from the famous Balos Lagoon to secluded beaches, sea caves and hidden coastal villages only accessible from the sea.