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Greece

Best time to be there

The mainland and islands are very hot and dry in July and especially August, the preferred travel month for French, Italian and Spanish holiday makers, making conditions busy, hotel availability limited and the beaches crowded. May, June and September are infinitely more comfortable and generally less expensive.

Fly to

Athens and Thessaloniki (British Airways); Heraklion, Santorini and Mykonos (British Airways to Athens and onward with Olympic Airways)

flying time

3-4 hours

time difference

GMT +2 hours




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Crete

Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and home to many Greek myths and a rich and varied modern history. Use your luxury holiday in Greece as an opportunity to visit the renowned ruins at Knossos Palace, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and thought to be the political center of the Minoan civilization.

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Suggested Crete accommodation

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Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa  

The Blue Palace, Resort and Spa enjoys a blessed location, overlooking the sparkling blue waters of the Cretan Pelagos and the isle of Spinalonga with its medieval fortress.

Elounda Bay Palace, Crete 

Elounda Bay Palace

The Elounda Bay Palace is situated in a tranquil setting on the north east coast of the Mediterranean Island of Crete on its own private beach and surrounded by 20 acres of lush gardens.

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Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas  

This luxury hotel nestled beside the blue Bay of Mirabello on the north-eastern coast of Crete oozes sophistication and style with an authentic Cretan twist.With access to two private, sandy beaches and a wide range of...

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Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites  

A family run property, the Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites is an exclusive haven in perfect harmony with the Cretan landscape, overlooking the spectacular Gulf of Mirabello. Elegant and individual by equal measure, it is the...