White, delicate and charming, the sand lily that adorns the dunes of the Cretan beaches is a symbol of purity, everlasting beauty, and perseverance. Also known as sea daffodil, beach saffron, or lily of…
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Vultures & wild birds of Crete
Crete is regarded as one of the last refuges for European wild fauna and flora, and a biodiversity hotspot, as a large number of species evolve, live and flourish in the island’s numerous habitats.…
Carob: Crete’s unknown superfood
Carob is one of nature’s most underestimated fruit. This dark brown pea pod is naturally sweet, tastes similar to chocolate, and is an excellent source of calcium, fiber, protein, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. In…
Manolis Kalafatis, the Protector of the Green
Meet Creta Maris’ Greenkeeping Manager who cares for more than 10.000 plants within the resort’s premises What is the size of Creta Maris gardens? How many trees and ornamental plants do you care…
The Three Musketeers: meet the Housekeeping Managers responsible for the impeccable image of Creta Maris
Keeping a luxury resort the size of Creta Maris perfectly clean and spotless is a hard task requiring team work, organization skills and attention to detail. Mrs. Rena Katsaboxaki, Mrs. Klio Markaki and Mrs.…
Join us in protecting Crete’s turtles
Every year hundreds of loggerhead turtles, the most common turtle found in the Aegean, make their way to Cretan shores to carry on a timeless natural ritual. The north coast and the Gulf of…
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