The ancient Minoan palace of Zominthos on Crete, located at a height of 1,200 meters, shows that Minoans were highlanders too ...

Greece's largest island offers every kind of sunshine break, from amped-up all-inclusives to chic urban stays, beach hotels ...

In Western Crete's White Mountains ... Back on the north coast, not far beyond Rethymnon, lies this classier-than-average all-inclusive with white-on-white décor. Situated on a prime beachfront ...

On a British Airways Holidays break to the polished Grecotel resorts in Corfu and Crete, you can float in bathtub-warm waters ...

Sitting between Asia, Africa and Europe, Crete is located around 200 miles south of mainland Greece. With an area of about 3,300 square miles, Crete is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean.

Holidays in Crete don't have to be all about the beach ... Back on the north coast, not far beyond Rethymnon, lies this classier-than-average all-inclusive with white-on-white décor.

If you're in Rethymno, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity to wander the narrow alleys of Old Town, a seaside neighborhood that dates back to the 11th century. Here, you'll find prime examples ...

The best area to base yourself in, depending on what you're looking for—from reemerging viticulture that was almost lost forever to family-friendly rentals stacked with amenities.

"Nick the Greek" will forever be remembered as one of the most famous legends of gambling in the United States.