Travel Tips for Corfu and Crete, Greece21 Nov 2014

Travel Tips for Corfu and Crete, Greece

Planning a Grecian holiday? Year 2014 will be over soon and I’m pretty sure you’ve started thinking about how you are going to spend the holidays. Staying in can be a good idea for the homebodies but it’s highly recommended that you take advantage of your vacation and go on a special trip.

Traveling to a different place can enrich your minds. You can be refueled and be reminded of the wonders of nature. If you want to explore and understand more of the ancient times, why not go to Greece and visit Corfu and Crete? Any Greek Island boasts of glorious traditions that are still evident in the modern culture of the country.

More than 15 million tourists go to Greece each year. These people experience the sun-soaked islands, scenic countryside, and the very vibrant cities. A holiday in Greece will make you experience and enjoy the blue sea, mainland coastline, sun-bleached ruins, sandy beaches, and the idyllic islands.

Gateway Destinations offers a very special travel package tour of Corfu and Crete in Greece. What makes the country more attractive to tourists? Beautiful landscapes, scrumptious food, and distinct architecture. It’s also affordable in Greece so you don’t have to worry about spending a lot while on a Greek holiday.

Corfu and Crete can be the ideal summer destination. Corfu is a beautiful lush island situated in the Ionian sea, west side of mainland Greece. The area boasts of inviting beaches and offers a variety of great dining venues and fine accommodations. Most travelers don’t know that Corfu has a lot to offer. Cruise travelers often ignore it but here at Gateway Destinations, we believe there is more to Greece.

After a trip to Corfu, drop by the Crete island—the largest among the 4,000 islands in Greece. The island offers a rich gastronomic culture, remnants of ancient civilizations, and varied topography.

All these and more can be discovered in Greek. Here are some more travel tips to Greece you can follow to ensure the best vacation ever:

ACCOMMODATION
A trip to Greece is said to be affordable. You won’t break the bank planning a trip to the islands because everything is just affordable there. Plan your trip well by looking for a very low-cost but nice accommodation. There are a number of budget hotels and hostels you can find in Greece. Just check the internet for really great deals.

FOOD
Greece is definitely known for its delectable food. There are many restaurants in the country that will perfectly prove what Greek cuisine is all about. Meals are affordable and they can easily fill you up because of the large portions that will be served. It is advisable that you eat super cheap while in Greece.

ACTIVITIES
You can do a lot in Corfu and Crete. Make sure you visit the ancient sites and enjoy different island activities like banana boating, parasailing, and kayaking. You can also enjoy diving trips and riding the ATV around the island.

EARLY BOOKING
As with any travel, it is advisable that you book early. If you plan on doing the inter-island route, you should book overnight ferries and book them early. Overnight rates are cheaper while doing an early booking would sometimes give you a discount.

TOURIST DESTINATIONS
Explore the past, visit the Acropolis, check out the beaches, attend the Hellenic festival every summer, and see the many popular tourist destinations like Meteora, Olympia, Melissani Cave, Mount Olympus, and more.

For all your specialty tours and travel needs, contact Gateway Destinations.

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