Lonely Planet Crete

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Crete. Discover Crete's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from relaxing on the magical Elafonisi Beach with its pink sands and turquoise water, to exploring the fascinating archaeological site of Aptera, and feasting on some of the island's best seafood in a taverna in the village of Mohlos. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Crete travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Crete effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Crete Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Heraklion Archaeological Museum to the Palace of Knossos and Spinalonga Island Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Crete culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Hania, Rethymno, Iraklio, Lasithi eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Crete.