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The short walk from Plakias up to the village of Mirthios promises adventure, delicious Cretan food, and breath-taking views of Plakias and its surroundings! 😊 Luckily, the walk back down is doable in less than 20 minutes just by walking on the main road! 👣 One of our favorite attractions on this walk is the visit to the ruins of an old water-driven mill, situated near the exit of the Kotsifos gorge, below the village of Mirthios. 🤩 This so-called “Old Mill” is one of fi

At Dive2gether , we know that balancing everyone’s interests on a family holiday can be challenging. You want adventure, the kids want fun, and everyone needs a bit of relaxation. To help you navigate the planning process, we’ve put together our top insider tips for a memorable vacation on Crete that your family will talk about for years. Pick The Right Location The Northern and Southern coasts of Crete are polar opposites and where you stay will determine the experience you’

In Greece, Easter ( Pascha ) is the most important holiday of the year, and it’s celebrated in a colorful blend of religious ceremonies, unique traditions, and, of course, incredible food. The festivities start on Palm Sunday, which kicks off an entire week of preparation and celebration called the “Holy Week” ( Megali Evdomada ). During the week everyone prepares for the celebrations on the weekend, goes to church services and follows unique traditions, such as baking Koulou

When it comes to shore diving, Shinaria bay has it all! Its rich aquatic life and most breath-taking rock formations make it by far one of the most famous dive sites on the island! 😍 In the summer, when the rest of the south coast is exposed to the strong north wind, the bay of Shinaria offers its visitors a welcome shelter. This creates the perfect diving conditions and offers non-divers an unforgettable beach day! They can enjoy the beautiful sandy beach with crystal-cle

As a PADI Eco Center there are two things we love: teaching people to dive and protecting our wonderful underwater world. Even though the dive industry started out as a very male dominated field (and still remains quite male-dominated in many areas), we wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for lots of brilliant women paving the way. This women’s day we want to highlight and celebrate the accomplishments of some truly remarkable female divers who dedicated their life t

A creature that can take on the skills of whatever it eats sounds like a freaky monster out of a horror show like Supernatural. But what if we told you that those creatures not only exist, you can even meet them (and they’re cute!) We are, of course, talking about nudibranchs. To put it very simply, they are underwater slugs. Sounds a lot more boring now, doesn’t it? But don’t be fooled, they are nothing like the slugs that are nibbling on the lettuce in your garden.These lit

When you think about diving, you probably think about the Great Barrier Reef, The Maldives or Indonesia. And those places are great, for sure, but you don’t need to travel that far for incredible dives! We know the Mediterranean seems less …splashy than some other locations, but it has more to offer than you’d expect and it’s the perfect place to start your dive journey! Proximity – why travel to the other side of the world when you’ve got a dive paradise right here, just a

If you’re thinking about where to spend your next holidays, look no further because Plakias might just be your dream destination. Nestled on the rugged southern coast of Crete, Plakias is more than just a holiday destination, it’s an escape for those who prefer meaningful experiences over “all-inclusive” crowds. Whether you’re an experienced diver, a multi-generational family trying to keep toddlers, teens and grandparents equally happy or simply someone who wants to embrace