Crete

Crete Synopsis

Let Marco Polo Crete guide you around this beautiful Greek island.

Explore Crete with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the island's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping, what to do on a limited budget plus there are plenty of ideas for travel with kids. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful island has to offer…

Crete is a world unto itself. Greece's largest island juts out of the sea like one massive mountain range, reaching heights of almost 2,500 m. Everyone can find what they are looking for here: sandy beaches as far as the eye can see, secluded coves, wild gorges, and lots of culture after all the island was home to the first advanced civilization in Europe. With Marco Polo Crete you can find out where you can go mountain biking, play golf, windsurf, dive, sail and ride. This practical, pocket-sized guide will help you discover the best of Crete.

Your Marco Polo Crete Guide includes:

• Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into these amazing islands from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular beaches
• Best of - find the best things to do if you're travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you're looking for an authentic Crete experience
• Sightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip
• Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Crete. Experience the unique character of the islands with these personal tours
• Crete in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Crete includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip
• Get in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo's spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendations
• Useful Greek phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by
• Pull-out map - we've included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour

Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Crete to show you around this fabulous Greek island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Crete has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

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