Crete is divided in four prefectures: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklio and Lassithi. This island has a population of 650,000 people and its main source economy is tourism and agriculture. Crete Island is a singular city compared to other parts of Greece. It is a place with its own custom, its own character and its own language. Local people are very proud of their Cretan origin. For these and other reasons people choose Crete Vacations (Kreta Vakantie).

Let's begin with the exploration but first, you should take in consideration the native language, the Greek. Maybe you don't understand this idiom, so you need to speak English to communicate without problems. English is spoken in the entire island.

Iraklio is the Crete capital. It is a place very traditional with old churches like St Titus. Don't forget to visit it. At night, you can go to dance and drink. Crete has many pubs and discos that open all weekend. Crete Vacations (Kreta Vakantie) will always surprise you.

The big island of Crete is rich in museums, ancient sites, sightseeing, and places to visit. Knossos, Malia, Phaestos and Tylissos are some of the best. If you have the opportunity to buy a map, do it. It will help you so much if you travel alone. When you arrive to Crete, change your money to Euros and hire a car to get around in the island. It is the best way to travel in Crete.

Adventure sports are very popular in Crete. For this reason many sportsmen choose Crete Vacations (Kreta Vakantie) as destination. Not everybody travel to Crete to rest, as you can read there are people that prefer new emotions practicing sport. Kitchen in Crete is delicious; you don't lose the opportunity to taste a traditional Cretan dish. Don't worry, prices are not so expensive.