Hotels in East Crete, Greece
East Crete is the sun-drenched side of the island, famous for its rugged coastline and the ancient Minoan palace of Zakros. Winters are mild (50s-60s°F / 10-20°C), perfect for hiking the Gorge of the Dead without the summer heat, while summers (80s°F / 30°C) draw you to swim at Vai Beach's unique palm grove. If you're into history, explore the Kato Zakros ruins; for water sports, head to Sitia Bay for windsurfing in the consistent summer meltemi winds.