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  • Archaeological Museum of Heraklion: Insanely Helpful Visit Guide

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Check this Visit Guide to discover the treasures in Crete's impressive Archaeological Museum, in the capital of the island, Heraklion.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Instagrammable Places in Crete That You Need to See!

    instagram places in crete

    Crete is a top vacationing island, and there are hundreds of instagrammable places. These are some of the top Crete Instagram spots.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Prices in Crete: Budget Guide for a Convenient Vacation in Crete!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Planning a trip to Crete and don't know how much it will cost? Read on to get the best suggestions from a local!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Traveling Solo in Crete: Is Crete a Good Destination for Solo Travelers?

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Do you plan to visit Crete alone? Or want to learn how it is to travel the island solo? This article talks about everything you…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Best Museums in Chania, Crete to Visit During Your Vacation

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Check this guide to the best museums in Chania, Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Books About Greece: Greece on My Wheels, a Book by Edward Enfield

    Epirus - setting of Greece on my Wheels book

    Greece On My Wheels, by Edward Enfield, is a funny, intelligent and pleasant read that perfectly follows the model of old-school travel journals.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Hotels in Elounda: Top Places to Stay in Eastern Crete!

    Elounda- Best Elounda Hotels - Crete

    Elounda is famous for its luxury resorts and unspoiled nature. It is an ideal destination for a relaxing seaside getaway. Sounds interesting? Keep reading to…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Drives in Crete: Unforgettable Road Trips You Must Take on the Island!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Want to take the roads? If you are in Crete, you are in luck. There are road trips in Crete that will leave you in…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Hotels in Matala, Crete For a Top Stay in South Heraklion!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Planning to explore the South of Heraklion? Check the best Matala hotels for a super holiday by the sea in Crete!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 73 Captions and Quotes about Crete to Spice up Your Instagram Feed!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Want all your pictures to have a meaningful caption? Are you also coming to Crete? Check this collection of brilliant quotes about Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Traveling to Crete during Covid-19: What you Need to Know To Enter Greece Right Now!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    This article presents the entry requirements to Greece and the general rules you have to follow while in Greece during Covid-19 times.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Bars in Chania, Pubs & Other Fun Venues For Your Nights Out in Crete!

    Greece- Crete - Chania Bars and Pubs

    Discover more than 20 of the best bars and pubs in Chania! The places you want to go for an unforgettable night out in town…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Hotels in Hersonissos For Your Fun Crete Holiday!

    Hotels Hersonissos, Crete: In this guide find a curated list of the best hotels in Hersonissos, a popular seaside resort near Heraklion.

    Hotels Hersonissos, Crete: In this guide find a curated list of the best hotels in Hersonissos, a popular seaside resort near Heraklion.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Get to Elafonisi Beach for a Great On the Road Experience in Crete!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Learn how to get to Elafonisi Beach in Crete: discover the best roads, public transport alternatives, and tours to get there.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Get from Heraklion to Matala, Crete (and from Matala to Heraklion) without Getting Lost!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Check this insanely helpful guide to travel in Crete, learn how to get from Heraklion to Matala without getting lost!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Crete Hotel Review: The Theodore Boutique Hotel in Chania

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    The Theodore Boutique Hotel, Chania, Crete: Relaxation, inspiration, beauty.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Get from Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos (and from Agios to Heraklion) the Easy Way!

    road, crete, travel in crete, how to travel crete

    Discover all the options you have to get from Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos in East Crete. Travel by bus, taxi, or drive!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Agios Nikolaos Hotels: Where to Stay in Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Crete

    HOTEL GUIDE - AGIOS NIKOLAOS CRETE

    Planning to visit Lasithi in East Crete? Check this guide to find the best hotels in Agios Nikolaos.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Not Your Usual Greek Food Guide: What to Eat in Crete + 20 Authentic Local Dishes!

    What to eat in Crete, Greece

    If you want to explore the unique Cretan cuisine and its dishes, this small guide will show you 20 of the best local specialties.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Best Beach Restaurants in Crete That You Should Visit!

    Restaurant by the sea Crete

    We all love a splendid view. And we appreciate it more if the scene includes the crystal clear waters of the Cretan sea. We also…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Knossos Tours for Every Budget and Travel Style!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Check this article and book the most convenient organized tours of Knossos, in Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Nightlife in Crete: Thrilling Things to Do in Chania at Night!

    Crete - Greece - Chania harbor at night

    Discover Nightlife in Crete! Check the most thrilling things to do in Chania at night for a great adventure on the island.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Dreamy Boat Trips in Crete: Discover Crete by Sea!

    Boat Trips in Crete - Loutro

    Traveling around Crete by boat is a great experience to visit unreachable coasts or islets. Check these boat trips in Crete for a perfect vacation.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Stunning Gorges in Crete and Savvy Tips to Explore Them!

    Samaria Gorge - Gorges in Crete

    Headed to Crete this summer? Discover some of the most spectacular mountain hikes and the most beautiful gorges in Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Fantastic Places to Stay in Falasarna: Great Hotels & Villas in Crete’s Best Sunset Spot!

    Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

    Visiting West Crete soon? Then consider these places to stay in Falasarna, a top beach with legendary sunsets and unique peace!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Where to Eat the Most Delicious Gyro in Crete

    Greece - Gryro restaurant sign

    Visiting Crete and want to taste the best gyro wrap on the island? This guide tells you where to have the tastiest gyro in Crete!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Fabulous Beach Bars in Crete for Your Next Adventure on the Island!

    Greece - Beach bars

    In the mood for a mojito and a view? Check the best beach bars in Crete!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Communicating in Crete: Will They Understand Me? (+ Useful Greek Words to Know Before Traveling to Crete!)

    People communicating in Greece

    Will Cretans Understand me? Communicating in Crete: How difficult can it be? Which basic words you need to know before traveling to Greece?

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    Gabi Ancarola
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Hi from Crete!
I'm Gabi, an expat solo mom battling semi-empty-ness syndrome. I speak four languages — though Greek is mostly guesswork.
Vertigo? Yes.
Hiking cliffs and driving mountain roads anyway? Absolutely.
I scream, I whimper, I complain… and still love every second.

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