Interesting from a historical and cultural point of view, surprising from the point of view of recreation and tourism - this is the Greek island of Crete, a magical and unique, the true cradle of modern European civilization. Crete is not only one of the largest islands in Greece, but also the most picturesque of them. Here you can find fabulous mountain landscapes, dense forests in the gorges, ancient cultural and historical monuments and, of course, the magnificent beaches of Crete, covered with snow-white sand. Thanks to this, hundreds and thousands of tourists come here every year, dreaming of the best vacation you can imagine.
Natural beauty, serenity and a truly mythological atmosphere await each guest of Crete. It is not in vain that they say about this island that it was generously gifted by the Greek gods - everything is extraordinary here - the beauty of nature itself, hotels erected by human hands, rich excursion programs conducted as to various sights. There are clubs and discos, and the whole complex of entertainment infrastructure that a modern tourist may need. However, many people come here solely for the sole purpose of visiting the clean beaches of Crete, enjoying the gentle sun and the generous waters of the Aegean Sea.
The best vacation awaits tourists from all over the world in such a paradise in Crete as the palm beach of Vai. Here, on the eastern side of the island, magnificent excursions are organized - along the coast, from Agios Nikolaos to the ancient city of Gournia, from which you can easily reach the picturesque Mirabello Bay. Throughout the journey, tourists have the opportunity to visit the most interesting places in Crete, for example, Sitia, which grows the best Greek grapes and produces the best wine, and the Toplou Monastery erected in the 15th century, which runs a store offering visitors to buy unusual souvenirs, including even Byzantine icons. Vai Beach is the ultimate destination of travel - here tourists will find a natural palm reserve, located in the northernmost point of the world. On the beach there is the opportunity not only to swim in the azure waves of the purest Aegean Sea, but also to relax in traditional taverns, which serve a variety of dishes of national Greek (mainly from the freshest seafood) and many European cuisines.
Another attraction of Crete, experienced travelers call the bay and the beach of Balos - a beautiful corner, consisting of an unusually picturesque surface and excellent underwater parts for divers. The huge advantage of this beach is that, with all its popularity and recognition as one of the most beautiful places on the planet, it is not very crowded. You can get to Vai Bay either from the Aegean Sea by water transport, or by your own course with a parking located high on the mountain. There are many obstacles to this, so Balos is more secluded than the rest of the beaches of Crete, and the main reason for this is the difficult road from the parking lot, long for walking and tiring for someone who is driving. However, those who cope with these difficulties will be rewarded - nature lovers will appreciate the stunning view from a bird's eye view, be able to watch the life of a huge population of red starfish or travel along beautiful shallows formed by volcanic activity. Beautiful clean sand - for those who prefer a relaxing holiday on a hot beach. A great opportunity to do snorkeling is for lovers of outdoor activities, because, like many other beaches in Crete, Balos beach provides the best conditions for this type of entertainment (swimming above the surface of the seabed) - slender rows of corals, the world of frightened marine life and the tranquility of one of the most secluded corners of Crete.