A Final Walk Above Cha Gorge Before Leaving Crete
July 26, 2026
On the final day of our Crete holiday, we made one last spontaneous stop at the dramatic Cha Gorge near Pachia Ammos and were rewarded with mountain views, goats and coastal panoramas.
Travel Journal
Personal stories and diary entries from our trip across Crete.
Walking Through Minoan Streets at Gournia
July 25, 2026
A cloudy, breezy midday visit to ancient Gournia near Agios Nikolaos took us through Minoan streets, storage rooms, staircases and wide views over sea and olive groves.
Zeus Cave and Stormy Skies on the Lasithi Plateau
July 25, 2026
From the green Lasithi Plateau to the legendary Cave of Zeus, this adventure combined mountain weather, windmills, dramatic skies and one of Crete's most fascinating caves.
From Katharo Plateau to Agios Georgios by Mountain Track
July 25, 2026
What began as a simple visit to the Katharo Plateau turned into an adventurous drive across remote mountain tracks, with greener landscapes, dramatic views and stories of Zeus.
Richtis Gorge: One of Crete's Most Beautiful Waterfall Hikes
July 24, 2026
A full-day family adventure through Richtis Gorge in eastern Crete, with shaded trails, crystal-clear pools, wooden bridges, a real summer waterfall and a surprisingly wild coastal finish.
Palm Trees and Sunset Views at Crete's Famous Vai Beach
July 24, 2026
After an exhausting hike through Richtis Gorge, we rewarded ourselves with an afternoon at Vai Beach, surrounded by palms, crystal-clear water and a memorable sunset.
A Warm Afternoon at Analipsi Beach near Ferma
July 23, 2026
A relaxed afternoon at Analipsi Beach near Ferma brought warm water, clear seas, curious fish, drifting clouds and a perfect pause before an evening in a local taverna.
Lunch with a View in Agios Ioannis above Ferma
July 23, 2026
A slow lunch above Ferma turned into one of those perfect Cretan afternoons: mountain roads, strong wind, blue sky, village views, and a table full of local dishes.
Go-Kart Fun in Ierapetra on a Sweltering Day
July 22, 2026
On an extremely hot and humid day in southeastern Crete, we traded the beach for a spontaneous go-kart session in Ierapetra — fast, fun and surprisingly well organised.
The Great Milonas Waterfall Detour from Ferma
July 19, 2026
What started as a simple trip to the Milonas Waterfall near Ferma became an unexpected adventure of wrong turns, dusty tracks, hidden signs, and a surprisingly dry finale.
The Hidden Artist of Crete: A Giant Spider Web Beneath the Mediterranean Sky
July 19, 2026
A breathtaking encounter with a giant orb-weaver spider reveals that some of Crete's most fascinating attractions are not ancient ruins or famous beaches, but tiny wonders hidden in the island's rugged wilderness.