Rethymnon Holidays

The charming resort of Rethymnon is a typically Cretan town on the northern coast of Crete. The quaint harbour with its selection of al fresco restaurants and tavernas is a good spot to enjoy a meal or cooling drink whilst watching people go about their daily activities. The old town has an imposing Venetian fortress and is a maze of picturesque winding streets that have old buildings with wooden balconies over hanging above, with influences from Turkish and Venetian architecture. Cafes, restaurants and craft stalls line the streets selling local wares such as pottery, woodcarvings and tourist souvenirs.

Beach holidays to Rethymnon are ever popular thanks in large to the amazing beach, as one of the longest on Crete you will have no problem finding a nice spot to relax in. Hotel and apartments line the beach offering lovely views over the sands to the beautiful sea. Take a dip in the clear waters to escape the heat of the day or just lie back enjoying the hot summer sun.

After a day on the sand it’s time to head out for the night and try one of the many fish restaurants with a tasty choice of fresh seafood around the harbour area or a traditional taverna serving something for all tastes including traditional Greek dishes. Head into the streets of the old town and around the Rimóndi fountain area to try some of the old fashioned cafes that serve real local food and are very reasonably priced. After you have satisfied your hunger there are many relaxing bars down by the beach which is popular with families or around the harbour is livelier where many bars play all the latest hits and some with live music making for a much more lively night out.

Rethymnon Holidays – Out and about

Rethymnon holidays are a mix of the new and old. Modern accommodations suitable for all budgets have been built in the area and attract tourists to this lovely part of Crete. As well as the old town there is the historical site of Knossos in the area which has ancient ruins to explore. Boat trips run daily to the lovely beaches at Bali or Marathi and are very popular excursions, they usually include lunch too. What better way of seeing the gorgeous coastline than being on a boat in this beautiful part of the world.

So how about a trip to Rethymnon? You can now fly from many local airports during the summer to both Heraklion and Chania airports. Have a browse around our website or call one of our friendly team today on 0191 391 0160 for a fantastic deal.