Krasi; a "low profile" village

Driving with thebestcars.gr to the villages around the plateau of Lassithi can become an amazing and unique experience filled with the Cretan nature and the hospitality of the locals.

Fodele

Driving to Fodele with thebestcars.gr 

Fodele is a mountainous area at an altitude of 60m above sea level.. At the 25th km on the Heraklion - Rethymno highway after Aghia Pelagia tourist resort, is the junction for Fodele. On the right, there are two wonderful beaches. 

Keratokambos: a secluded village in a wild nature where one feels free...

Keratokambos is a small secluded, seaside village, 72km southeast of Heraklion, near Viannos and Tsoutsouros. See here

On the way to Tsoutsouros (Asterousia mountains, South Crete)

Located 63km on the south coast of Crete.

It’s mainly fishing/ farming community of about 100 permanent residents, who are friendly, kind-hearted and polite. 

A destination for a tranquil holiday, for visitors who prefer a less intense style of vacations, than that offered by big towns and popular resorts and who want to relax under the sun. Ideal for family holidays, because all necessary facilities for accommodation, entertainment and food are in close proximity. 

East and west of the port, there are two large sheltered bays, well protected from the seasonal winds, with a total length of 2km, which have lovely coarse sand and crystal clear water. 

Swimming in Tsoutsouras is considered therapeutic by many Cretans because of the high concentration of salt and iodine. It is recommendable for those with musculoskeletal and orthopedic problems. 

Drive with The Best from Heraklion to Tsoutsouros. You take the road that goes to Knossos. You pass through the villages of Kounavi and Peza and reach the village of Arkalochori. From then on, you follow the signs to reach Tsoutsouros after the villages: Moussouta, Ano and Kato Poulia, Garipa, Ano Kasteliana and Kato Kasteliana. Indications here

The drive is quite interesting passing through vine yards and olive tree groves. As with most beaches on this side of the island, to reach Tsoutsouros the drive is slow once you start ascending and then descending the Asterousia mountains. Beware of the sharp turns and the narrow roads that lead to the beach. The route is impressive with spectacular views to the surrounding mountains and the imposing peak of Kofinas.

Tsoutsouros is also accessible from Ierapetra, Arvi, Keratokampos, Dermatos from a coastal road in good condition.

A day in Apokoronas

Huyndai Getz from The Best Car Rentals (www.thebestcars.gr)

Last week I enjoyed a wonderful excursion with my family and I’m happy to share this experience with you.

Means of transport: a Hyundai Getz 2012 model from The Best Car Rentals (www.thebestcars.gr) with two baby-seats (necessary for my little angels).

Departure time: around 9 am

Destination: Apokoronas. North coast, region of Chania

Weather: sunny, as expected, though some clouds appeared in the sky but…. who cares if temperatures are 20-24C.

Archanes

Archanes is the seat town of the Municipality of Archanes, located 15km south of Heraclio and is characterized by great agricultural, cultural and touristic development. The most evolved village in Greece, in level of life and public services. Historically speaking, Arhanes is one of the most important Minoan centres of Crete. The discovery of ancient roads leading from Archanes to Jukatas, Anemospilia, Xeri, Kara and Vathypetro indicate that Archanes was an important hub in the region during Minoan times. (...)