Luxury Villas in Crete
Crete: Traditionally Crete has survived on agriculture as the main source of income however this is now being overtaken with tourism. The main export fruits and vegetables are on the decline. However Crete’s holiday season currently only lasts between Easter to October, this is due to the lack of activities and the fact that Crete doesn’t produce enough power to sustain a 12 month season. However as tourism is becoming the most important factor they are looking at ways to entertain an all year round resort.
Crete has a fascinating history that intrigues your mind ancient ruins and splendid works of art provide an insight into the legendary civilisation of the Minoans who built the mighty palace of Knosos. It is said this was the home of King Minos and the Minotaur.
While the North has been developed to cater for tourism the south is relatively untouched and some places remain unaccessible. Inland you have traditional villages and islanders who still travel by donkey, there are rustic byzantine churches and a sense of that time forgot.
This great mix and the warm welcome you will receive by the cretans will ensure you have a wonderful holiday and you will surely become one of many repeat tourists to the island.
A villa holiday in Crete is about taking things at a more leisurely place taking in the warm surroundings, explorer the culture and history of crete and enjoying the simple things in life, good food, wine and fantastic sea views.
Azure Holiday's travel advisors will strive to ensure you have the perfect villa holiday in Crete and take in as much or as little culture and history as you like.
Useful Links:
- Luxury Villas in Elounda
- Luxury Villas in Rethymnon
- Luxury Villas in Chania
- Elounda Holiday Rental Guide
- Rethymnon Holiday Rental Guide
- Chania Holiday Rental Guide