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0Driving & vehicle rental in Crete

To see much of Crete you are likely to need a car or other vehicle to get around. There are buses and taxis on Crete but a private vehicle will be faster, more comfortable, and more cost effective than taxis. It is also possible to take your own car, or to hire other vehicles.
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0Useful phrases for visitors to Crete

In the most popular tourist spots visitors will find that the locals speak excellent English. تاہم, some of the best places to eat will have older staff with more limited English, so it is a good idea to know a few phrases.
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0Does Crete have dangerous wildlife?

Crete is home to lots of unique and interesting wildlife, but the first question you might have is does any of it pose a threat to tourists. The simple answer is no, but as usual it is worth knowing a little more…
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0Earthquakes & the geology of Crete

The Mediterranean is a geologically active area and so you may wonder if Crete has earthquakes or volcanoes. The short answer is simple enough: Crete has earthquakes but no volcanoes, but it is worth knowing a little more than that…
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0Making the most of the beach

Most people visiting Crete for a holiday will be planning to visit the beach. There isn’t much needed for a quick dip in the sea other than swimwear and a towel, but there are other things you might want to think about taking to enhance the experience, especially if you plan to spend lots of time on the beach
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0Beers, wines & spirits of Crete

Beers, wines, and spirits are all produced on Crete and are widely available alongside other Greek drinks and some well recognised global brands. If you want to know what to look out for look no further
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0The best meals on Crete

The food on Crete is as good as anywhere in the world, but unless you know where to look you risk getting average food at above average prices. It’s not easy to realise you’re getting something average though as even average food in Crete is much better than you’re likely to find at home.
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0Recommended holiday packing list

Avoid the stress of packing by having a packing list ready for any trip. Even if you’re an experienced traveller you might spot a few useful tips, and for those less experienced this will hopefully take the stress out of packing.
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