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  • Crete Hotel Review: Galaxy Iraklio Hotel, Crete

    Galaxy Hotel - POOL - HERAKLION

    Galaxy Hotel Iraklio is a child-friendly hotel in the capital of Crete, Heraklion. It's great for luxury family holidays, with a stunning pool, and gym…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Fully Enjoy a Whole Month in Crete!

    How to enjoy one full month in Crete

    All you need to know before you set out to spend one month in Crete. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Cool Coffee Shops in Rethymnon for Your Crete Vacation!

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    Check this guide to find the coolest coffee shops and coffee bars in Rethymnon: Coffee culture in Crete, best coffee spots, and much more!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Plan a Crazy Perfect Beach Holiday in Crete (and Everywhere Else)!

    Greece - Crete - Vai Beach

    Check these tips and trick and become the best at planning a great holiday by the sea!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 11 Fun Travel Games for Car (Ferry or Plane) That Will Keep All the Family Entertained!

    Best travel games for all the family.

    Insanely fun travel games to keep the whole family entertained during the journey

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • What to Pack for Your Crete Vacation (Plus Printable Packing List & Insider’s Tips)

    What to Pack for Crete

    What to Pack to Crete? Wondering what to toss in your bag for your Crete Vacation? Worry not! Check my insanely useful packing list to…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Places to Eat in Heraklion: 27 Delicious Heraklion Restaurants to Check During Your Trip!

    Greece - Crete - Heraklion

    Best places to eat in Heraklion: Check these fantastic Heraklion restaurants for an authentic gastronomic experience in Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 17 Picture-Perfect Luxury Resorts in Crete for a Top-Class Experience!

    Discover 17 of the most stunning luxury resorts and hotels in Crete for an unforgettable vacation on the island!

    Discover 17 of the most stunning luxury resorts and hotels in Crete for an unforgettable vacation on the island!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 11 Awesome Spots To Go Scuba Diving In Crete for a Fun Vacation!

    Want to discover the top spots for scuba diving in Crete? Read on!

    Want to discover the top spots for scuba diving in Crete? Read on!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Stunning Free Things to Do in Agios Nikolaos (and the Rest of Lasithi), Crete

    Crete- Lasithi - Agios Nikolaos Voulismeni Lake

    Agios Nikolaos, the capital of the region of Lasithi, in Crete, is a gorgeous town full of great things to do. Loved by locals and…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Interesting Museums in Heraklion (Plus Bonus Tips To Visit Them!)

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    Heraklion, the capital of Crete, features dozens of super interesting museums dedicated to different periods of Cretan history. Some others, instead, focus on Greek art,…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Amazing Free Things to Do in Heraklion on Your Crete Vacation!

    free things to do in heraklion - Heraklion, Crete Dolphins

    In this article, you can check the best things to do in Heraklion, Crete without spending a fortune!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • A Blooming Island: The Best Things to Do in Crete in Spring!

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    Check this article to discover the most beautiful places to visit and the most adventurous things to do in Crete in Spring.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Incredible Things to Do in Heraklion at Night!

    Best things to do in Heraklion at Night

    Crete's capital is a wonderful place to have fun during your summer nights on the island. Check here all the things you can do in…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Nightlife in Crete: Pubs & Bars in Heraklion That You Will Love!

    Best Bars and Pubs in Heraklion Crete - Opus wine bar

    The capital of Crete, Heraklion has all that you need to spend an amazing vacation. Bars and trendy pubs included. So here, you'll find a…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Loutro, Crete: Fall in Love with Chania’s Heavenly Fishing Village!

    Everything about Loutro, Crete

    Check in this article everything there's to know about Loutro, a charming fishing village in Crete, on the southern coast of Chania.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Wonderful Free Things to Do in Rethymnon, Crete

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    Want to discover Rethymnon on a budget? Check this guide with great free things to do in Rethymnon, Crete.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Top Museums in Rethymnon That You Will Want to Check When Visiting Crete!

    greece - crete - rethymnon - arkadi - arkadi monastery museum

    Explore the history and culture of the Rethymnon region through its collection of museums. You will find the most amazing discoveries throughout history, learn the…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Missing Travel? 11 Fun Crete Travel-Related Activities to Do at Home!

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    If you can’t get out and travel, no matter the reason, these activities will help you get closer to Crete. Check out these fun ideas……

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Best Beaches in Rethymnon That You Must See When Visiting Crete!

    GREECE - CRETE - RETHYMNON - CALYPSO

    From long sandy shores to secluded lagoons, private coves, and rocky bays, here you will find a comprehensive list of the best beaches in Rethymnon.…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 52 Crazy Beautiful Things to Do in Chania (Region) for an Unforgettable Holiday in Crete!

    Chania Lighthouse / Things to do in Chania Region

    Discover the most amazing things to do in the Chania Region, Crete. Check the best beaches, hikes, day trips, and much, much more!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Bring Your Belongings to Crete: Easy Steps for a Smooth Moving to the Island!

    How You Can Move Your Belongings To Crete

    Crete is a stunning part of the world and it is no wonder why so many people want to move there to start a new…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Convenient Day Trips and Tours from Rethymnon, Crete

    Greece - Crete - Triopetra beach - Check some of the best tours, excursions and day trips in Rethymnon, Crete and explore the best of the region!

    Check some of the best tours, excursions and day trips in Rethymnon, Crete and explore the best of the region!

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 21 of the Best Restaurants in Rethymnon for a Great Dining Experience in Crete

    best restaurants in Rethymnon.

    Are you spending some time in Crete? Then you should definitely try the glorious food in some of the best restaurants in Rethymnon.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Great Pubs & Bars in Rethymnon That Both Locals and Travelers Love!

    coffee shops in rethymnon

    This list brings you the best bars, pubs, and nightclubs in the old town of Rethymnon, but also in the region, and by the beach.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Amazing Things to Do in Chania Old Town when Visiting Crete!

    port, houses, Venetian Harbor Chania

    10 Best Things to do in Chania, Crete: Old Town | Market | Turkish district | Venetian district | Jewish quarter | Harbor | Faro…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Top Heraklion Tours: The Best Day Trips from Heraklion For Your Crete Vacation!

    Day trips from Heraklion Crete

    Are you spending your next vacation in Crete? Check the best day from Heraklion, tours and excursions to explore the Heraklion region.

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • The Most Amazing Tours in Chania: Top Day Trips from Chania, Crete

    Check these great ideas to make the most of your days in Chania, Crete.

    Check these great ideas to make the most of your days in Chania, Crete, discovering some truly amazing places in the region.

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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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