With a whole day to spare, the final day of the trip was spent relaxing in Chania ... I'll be back in September!... read more

A return visit to this stunning peninsula, with incredible views towards Gramvousa.... read more

Akrotiri, meaning bit that sticks out, lies to the east of Chania and contains many caves and monasteries. It has also been inhabited since Neolithic times.... read more

Back in 1645, the Turkish fleet landed in Kolimbari, before going on to capture Chania and, consequently, the rest of Crete. Today, the area is renowned for its olive oil and wine.... read more

Once again, another hot and sunny day dawned in Chania. Another day lay ahead with the fine prospect of a pleasant walk with stunning mountain views, remote paths, Greek food and flowers. As on other days, breakfast was followed by ensuring the water bottles were full of ice cold water and the correct map was to hand and the compass(es) stowed appropriately. Taking the bus out of Chania, I headed up into the foothills of the White Mountains, alighting in Therisso, a little village deep in the heart of the mountains, hanging on to a little ridge. Despite being so remote, this little village is close to the heart of many Cretans as it was here that Cretan independence from the Turks was realised, the revolutionary leader (Eleftherios Venizelos) becoming the first Prime Minister of a ... read more