Traveling Europe Alone 5-Star Crete Top Solo Travel Deal

Location: Crete, Greece, Europe

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Crete is the largest of the Greek Islands. It is located in the Aegean Sea with its capital at Heraklion.
Crete is halfway between Athens and Alexandria, Egypt. It is only approximately 300 miles from North Africa.
It is a mountainous island with most of the population on the northern coast.
One surprise? Although Crete is part of Greece, many Venetian sites remain.
There were two very famous Greeks born in Crete. The first was the artist known as El Greco born in Gortyna. The second was Venizelos born in Canea. He became one of Greece’s best-known statesmen. Today in Washington, DC, you can see his statue in front of the Greek Embassy.

Traveling Europe Alone 5-Star Crete Top Solo Travel Deal: Overview of Crete’s History:

Crete has an ancient history dating back to at least 7,000 BC.

However, Crete is most famous for its Minoan culture. Its height was reached in 1450 BC.
The name was said to be for a King Minos. Like England’s King Arthur, it is unknown if this was merely a legend. At that time, there were tales of a fierce beast known a Minotaur. Its victims would wander through a labyrinth to avoid being sacrificed. The Minotaur according to legend had a bull’s head. That image was often used at that time in two ways. One was in relation to the royal family. The other as shown in paintings of both young men and women “bull leaping”!
Within fifty to one years, the Mycenaeans came to power on the island.
For centuries that followed, different invaders were to dominate.
In 67 BC, it was the Romans who conquered Crete.
By the 4th-century AD, the Byzantine Empire ruled.
A change occurred with Spain conquering Crete in the 9th-century.
The Ottoman Empire dominated by the 18th-century.
It was not until the early 20th-century that Crete became part of Greece.

Traveling Europe Alone 5-Star Crete Top Solo Travel Deal: Sample of Things to Do and See:

Take a cultural tour of Crete’s history starting in Knossos. Earthquakes have damaged some sites, but many remain. See the Palace of Knossos and then on to Mallia.
Spend at least a half day at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
Explore the Venetian fortress at Spinalonga Island. In the early to mid-19th century, it was a leper colony. Today it is a top tourist destination.
See the Arkadi Monastery. The original Monastery dated back to the 7th-century AD. It was replaced in the 18th-century with the present day building. The Nov.7 Cretan national holiday is celebrated at the Monastery. This commemorates an 1866 battle between the Turks and the local residents.
For another Venetian fortress, go to the south island. In Frangokastello, you can tour this 14th-century fort.
Hike the White Mountains or Imbros Gorge.
Are you looking for more adventure? Explore one of Crete’s dark caves.
For total relaxation, enjoy Crete’s endless sunshine in one of its many beaches. Some of the most popular are in Chania, Lasithi and outside Heraklion.
If you like to take scenic drives, the roads are good, especially on the north shore.

Traveling Europe Alone 5-Star Crete Top Solo Travel Deal: Where To Stay:

The 5-star GDM Megaron:

The GDM Megaron, a 5-star hotel in a registered historic building, is nestled above Heraklion’s Old Harbour.

Each elegant air-conditioned guest room includes a luxurious bathroom with toiletries plus modern conveniences such as satellite TV, minibar and high-speed Internet. Ask for a room with a balcony overlooking the sea and port.

In addition to fine dining , the GDM Megaron serves a buffet breakfast with lunch and dinner available at the on-site cafe. Watch the sunset catching the view at the top-floor Bar Restaurant with cuisine ranging from Cretan to Mediterranean. Outdoor dining is available during the summer on the rooftop.

The hotel includes a Health Club gym with a sauna, a hot tub and a hammam on the 4th-Floor. In addition, there is a rooftop pool with views of the sea.

The GDM Megaron is in the center of Heraklion with the Archaeological and the Historical Museum within walking distance. There is easy access to both the Heraklion Port and International Airport which are within just over 1 mile of the hotel.

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