A hike through the Samariá Gorge has become de rigueur for just about anyone traveling in Crete, and for good reason. The scenery is spectacular, and the walk also provides a good opportunity to catch a glimpse of the rare kri-kri, a species of goat that lives only in this part…
From Rethymno we headed west down the coast to Chania, a beautiful Venetian harbour town that just oozes old world charm. We had visited Rethymno first because we imagined that it would be like Chania but without all the tourists. In reality though, Rethymno has plenty of tourists of its…
The Great 40 Days has begun! Today is the first day of what is known in Greece as the Great Lent or the Great Fast, which is the 40 days leading up to Easter (the timing of which is calculated a bit differently in the Greek Orthodox liturgical calendar than…
Donkeys are a common sight in Greece, where they have been used for centuries in agricultural work and are often used as transport for tourists in popular destinations like Rhodes and (especially) Santorini. Indeed, the donkeys are a key part of Greece’s image as a tourist destination, and souvenir…
Crete has to be my favourite Greek island and my favourite Greek foodie destination! This place definitely has an independent spirit, and it’s jam-packed with amazing historic sights, beautiful seaside villages and stark landscapes. In addition, Cretans are rightfully quite proud of their delicious cuisine. While there are certainly a…
