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Aug 2009 – UK
Dear Mike and Helen
Thanks for a wonderful villa and holiday. I could not get enough of the pool.
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Local Beaches – 5-10 Minutes Away
The local beaches are located less than 2 kilometers away in Galatas, Agia Marina and Platanias. All local beaches are open to the public and offer the following amenities:
- RentalChairs – Umbrellas
- Beachside Food/Drink
- Parking
- Showers
- Water sports Equipment Rental
Find your favorite local beach and make a stay. |
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Day Trip Beaches
These are the most distinct beaches in all of Crete and are within comfortable driving distance from Old Fountain Villas. They are located in more remote areas of Crete and offer breathtaking beaches that would rival the worlds best. |
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| Elafonisi |
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Balos |
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Falasarna |
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| Local Beach Chyrsi Axti |
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Cretan Culture
There are a myriad of areas to travel in western Crete to absorb local and ancient Cretan culture. Our best advice is to purchase up a tourist guide, and visit that which most interests you. But here are some of our favorites.
Chania
Chania is one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities in all of Greece. The old port draws heavily from Venetian influences from its days as a trading post during the Renaissance. The old city has charming roads and al fresco dining which add to its romantic spirit. Weather you want to spend the day visiting museums and shopping, or the night sitting at a café on the port watching the lights shimmer on the harbour, you will fall in love with Chania. |
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Hora Sfakion
Nestled in a fertile valley high up in the White Mountains is Hora Sfakia. Here you will find men in traditional Cretan head wraps named ‘Slarikia’, and the most amazing local foods. In addition the flora and terrain are still as virgin and untouched as hundreds of years ago. Take a trip and make sure you ask for the freshest soft cheese ‘Mizithra’ and maybe you’ll hear the sounds of Cretan Lyre.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCS26R0l5Co |
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