Destination 01
Makry Gialos
Compare the village and nearby coastal stays by their actual address.
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A slower stay on Crete's southern coast.
Hotel and apartment planning around Makry Gialos and Ierapetra, keeping the actual beach base and room format clear.
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A base for slower days
Destination 02
Ierapetra
Choose between a town base and properties farther along the coast.
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Leave room for the coast.
The stay shortlist / 08 addresses
Somewhere to slow down.
Makry Gialos
Atlantica Mikri Poli Crete
A resort-format coastal stay
Makry Gialos / Analipsi
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Take a moment to plan
A few notes from this corner of Crete.
Planning note / 01
Choose a coastal base that fits the day
Makry Gialos and Ierapetra make different bases for eastern Crete. Compare the town, the beach and the transfer, not just the sea view.
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Leave space in a coastal itinerary
Plan one main outing, check the journey and access, and leave a weather alternative for a boat trip or exposed walk.
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Planning note / 03
A coastal room that fits the everyday plan
Compare Makry Gialos and Ierapetra addresses, apartment arrangements and the journey between your room and the coast.
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A note from the editor
A little research.
More room for the trip.
Alexandra Beaumont brings together destination choices, hotel details and the questions worth asking before you book.
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