The first thing you should know before visiting Crete is that it’s huge – almost 3,000 square miles. It’s the largest Greek ...

The Historical Museum of Crete, located in the capital city of Heraklion, chronicles Cretan life from early Byzantine times to the Modern period. If you're interested in the older stuff ...

“Crete is known as the ... and pretty waterfalls will do their best to keep your heart rate even. As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler ...

Since then, it has become the biggest tourist draw on Crete. Knossos is located about 3 miles south of Heraklion (city buses run regularly from Bus Station A). Make sure to budget a good chunk of ...

Greece's largest island offers every kind of sunshine break, from amped-up all-inclusives to chic urban stays, beach hotels ...