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One of my favorite is the beach of Bali located in the prefecture of Rethymno,n at the homonymous seaside settlement in a gulf with a total of four beaches. The sea in this area has a beautiful green-blue water color, is shallow and calm, while the beach is covered with sand and small pebbles. The water has a normal temperature but sometimes maybe is a little bit cooler. Bali attracts thousands of visitors every summer so it is well organized offering lots of comforts as well as a lifeguard, all day long. This is a very beautiful settlement gazing a fantastic landscape and the endless blue sea.  For the water sports lovers, Bali is an ideal destination, too and it is worth mentioning that the beach is one of the greek ones that won the prize of Blue Flag, due to its cleanness, facilities, safety and its emerald waters. 

Crete is an island with so many traditional villages, that is almost impossible for someone to visit all of them.  As, I’ve visited quite enough Cretan villages, I suggest you some of my favourite. Makrygialos in the prefecture of Lasithi Makrygialos is a fishing village located near Ierapetra. This seaside settlement in the Libyan Sea is a favorite destination for lovers of natural beauty. Moreover, the calm waters of the settlements’  sandy beach  are very warm even in October. Margarites in the prefecture of Rethymnon The Margarites village is at an altitude of 300 meters, at the northern foothills of Psiloritis and 27 kilometers away from Rethymnon. As it is a village with tradition in pottery, walking around the alleys you can see clay pots full of flowers, everywhere. Ancient monasteries, paths, chapels hidden in caves as well as canyons, make up the scenery of this picturesque village. Zaros in the prefecture of Heraklion ...

Vrissi beach belongs to the prefecture of Chania and is the main beach of the area of Sfakia along with the beautiful beaches of Iliggas, Filaki, GlykaNera, Marmara, the exotic Loutro and the historical beach of Fraggokastelo. The magic beach of Sfakia consists of sand also having pebbles in various colors and shapes. Moreover, the sea in Vrissi has crystal – clear water with a unique blue color. The area is protected from the winds and the sea has no waves. The waters here are deep and have a low temperature even during the hottest, summer days. The beach is fully organized and suitable for relaxing. There are sunbeds, umbrellas, shower units and there is also a variety of cafeterias, taverns and restaurants. If you like water sports you can do some during your visit at Vrissi beach.  The place is ideal for diving and at the same time, you can rent a canoe there. So, if you are thinking about spending your summer holidays in Chania, don’ t miss to visit th...

Ammoudara beach, located very close to the city center of Heraklion, has a huge sandy coastline with a length of 6 km. being one of the most developed areas in the prefecture. In addition, the combination of its great length and light blue water reminds one of the classic, exotic beaches with the big waves. Ammoudara, is a coastal resort, with an intense touristic activity, canteens and cafeterias located on the beach, offering the visitor cold water, coffees, beverages, fresh juices as well as, lots of fresh and tasteful snacks.  Ammoudara also has many beach bars with loud music as well as lifeguards who oversee the place in order to ensure the safety of the swimmers and intervene in a case of an emergency., It is worth mentioning to the activities offered by this beautiful beach and the information that the beach is also accessible to people with disabilities as it has a corridor for wheelchairs. After all, the beach of Ammoudara won a prize in the Blu...

The beautiful and picturesque Agia Pelagia is one of the most popular and cosmopolitan destinations. It has a stunning and fully – organized sandy beach with crystal – clear water and no waves as the area generally is protected from strong winds. On the beach, you will find everything that is necessary for a comfortable and pleasant day at sea. Furthermore, the beach of Agia Pelagia is an ideal place for people who love water sports as they will find there a water sports center which offers safe and certified services. There, you will also find some small souvenirs shops and mini markets. The wider area has more beaches to visit. One of them is the so called Mononaftis beach which will enchant you because of its fantastic green color water. So if you choose Heraklion for your holidays do not miss an excursion to Agia Pelagia.

In the Prefecture of Lasithi and near the town of Ierapetra, lies the Gorge of Ha.  Although its length is only 1 km, the visitors of Ha Gorge are mainly experienced mountaineers, as its descent is quite dangerous. The Ha gorge is considered as one of the wildest in Greece, as its formation, consists a rare morphological phenomenon of nature, according to geologists. The gorge has rich flora and fauna as well as small lakes which are important wetlands for many migratory birds, but also for permanent birds and mammals. The entrance of Ha is very narrow, about 3 m, and its width in many places does not exceed 3 m, too. Its  sides are huge with a height of 200 to 400 meters. In Ha’s last part a 215 meters waterfall, the largest in Greece, is poured. So, I'd call it an ultimate destination for those who dare!

The “Orino” or “The red butterflies Gorge”, located in southeastern Crete, is an artificial hiking and easily accessible gorge, considered as one of the most beautiful gorges of Crete. It begins from the Orino village, at the east of Ierapetra. In it there are many red butterflies, small streams and small waterfalls all the way while its last three waterfalls near to its exit are among the most beautiful in the whole of the island. As the scenery rotates, the visitor will meet dense vegetation, a mountainous cultivated area and huge rocks sculpted by the nature.