A sunset in Crete
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Beautiful Greece with its great weather, rich history and culture, stunning scenery, and amazing food is a perfect spot for a vacation and we think a villa in Crete, in particular, is an excellent idea if you are looking to get away from it all. Why Crete especially, you might ask? Well, there are endless highly compelling reasons but here are just five among them that we feel are probably the most convincing...

Travel
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You've been thinking about your next holiday destination for when you can go travelling again, you want something to look forward to, but you're not entirely sure where to go – if this describes you right now then read on as we have put together a guide on how to decide on your next holiday destination in Europe.

What makes a good holiday? Well, this differs for everyone but most will agree that it depends on some combination of the following factors: the food, the weather, how relaxing a destination is, what there is to see and do in the area, what your surroundings look like, and how well it suits your budget. Other elements may also be important and many destinations may suit several different criteria but if any one of the above factors is the deciding feature for you then this will help you find the right location for your needs.
Elafonisi Beach
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Some of you may have seen that story about the elderly couple in Australia who had to cancel their 53rd anniversary getaway cruise amid the current global health crisis but recreated the experience at home. Quite the heart-warming way to get past it and continue to enjoy their time together, right? Well, if you're in a similar boat (or not, as the case may be), and you had to cancel a trip or put it off, you may be in need of some escapism of your own. So, while you're at home dreaming of your next getaway, why not take a look at our round-up of some of the prettiest beaches in Greece that always bring a smile to our faces and cleanse our souls just from a picture while we all look forward to better times ahead?!
Villa Diktynna Maisonette
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If you were thinking about taking a break away from the cold weather and short days that are descending upon us, then why not consider booking an off-season getaway in Greece? From October through March most of the country remains a good deal warmer than many other parts of the world (though don’t expect balmy heat, just warmer, more pleasant climes), tourist crowds disperse, and bargains and lower rates await. If you want to explore Greece when you have more of it to yourself and you can get a less touristy experience, then browse our selection of some of our prettiest rentals and get planning your trip today!

1. Villa Diktynna Maisonette, Goúvai, Crete (Available from €41 per night)

Located in the district of Koutouloufari Village, 800m from the sea, this property is one unit in an utterly idyllic and impossibly plush aparthotel that was renovated back in 2011. Draped in flowers, the villas face out onto a shared pool area, that is something plucked from dream vacation. Inside, the one bedroom studio apartment has a little sitting and dining area, kitchenette, and bedroom area upstairs on a mezzanine level.
Mulled Wine
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Those who have always wanted a break from the chaos of Christmas and all the planning and organisation, might have dreamed of an overseas getaway. Greece has a long and rich orthodox history and tradition and the festive period in Greece is a fascinating experience. Most importantly, it has bred some wonderful culinary traditions and what could be more important at Christmas than the food? We've been highlighting some of the most important pastries, sweets, and treats to get your hands on so just find your vacation rental with internet in Greece and start planning your festive getaway menu with more of these key Greek Christmas delights...