The largest and the most southern of the Greek Islands, holidays in Crete have been hugely popular with tourists for many years. It’s not only the fantastic weather and the beautiful scenery, pretty rural villages and buzzing beach resorts there's something to keep every type of holidaymaker returning to this magical island again and again.

The capital Heraklion is a lively cosmopolitan city with lots to offer, whether you want to spend your days shopping in one of the many boutiques stroll the cobbled streets around the pretty harbour or dance the night away in one of the many bars or clubs. And if sightseeing is more your thing, you won't beat the island home of the Minotaur for Roman ruins, Minoan palaces and beautiful Byzantine churches.

The beaches on Crete are so diverse, long sandy beaches with lots of Watersports to secluded hidden coves just waiting to be explored. Walkers will love the wild rugged hillsides leading down to the crystal clear waters. Food wise there is everything from traditional tavernas serving fresh local produce, pavement cafes an ideal spot to people watch for those on the move lots of fast food takeaways.

If it’s the lively nightlife of Malia or family holidays to Rethymnon or Hersonissos and the quieter resorts of Koutouloufari and Elounda, from luxury hotels, family run bed and breakfasts and self catering apartments the island of Crete really has something to suit everyone.