Creta Maris Blog

Meet the Minoans in a theatre spectacle

Destination Crete, Events & Activities October 6, 2019 Creta Maris

Just 17km west of Creta Maris Beach Resort, the Minoan Theatre at Karteros, offers a fascinating insight into the world of the Minoan civilisation which ruled Crete more than 3000 years ago. Here entertainment and education go hand-in-hand in a colourful spectacle of dance, drama, music and acrobatics. Founded by…

October welcomes the raki-making season

Destination Crete, Events & Activities, Gastronomy October 3, 2019 Creta Maris

You must have tried at least one shot of raki, the fiery spirit served at the end of every traditional Cretan meal. For many it’s an acquired taste, and whether you sip it, or down it in one gulp as the locals usually do, one thing’s for sure – it’s…

Creta Maris at your fingertips!

Destination Crete September 23, 2019 Creta Maris

To find your way around Creta Maris Beach Resort and make the most of your stay, our new app has been specially designed as the perfect online partner for your stay. The easy to use app ensures valuable information is just a touch away, whether you wish to navigate around…

Explore Ierapetra: Lasithi’s hidden jewel

Destination Crete September 5, 2019 Creta Maris

Crete’s fourth largest city and Europe’s southernmost, a visit to Ierapetra is a must for any adventure in Lasithi province. The town’s name means ‘sacred stone’ and the city’s growth was turbocharged in the 1960s by the creation of its modern agricultural industry which is based on the greenhouses. Today…

Tavli – the great Greek board game

Events & Activities August 30, 2019 Creta Maris

Everywhere you go in Greece, the game Greeks call Tavli (in English Backgammon) is played by young and old, a favourite pastime in cafes and bars across the country. Tavli means ‘board’ in Greek and it’s also the name used for the various types of games played on a backgammon…