One man and his blog
- By Graham Simpson
- 23 Jun 2023
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The third instalment from Graham Simpson as he and Yianna embark upon their exciting renovation project in southeast Crete. Read more >
Encompassing drama, comedy, tragedy and a cast of characters full of passion and fire, yet kind and always ready to extend the warmest welcome to those that land on its distinctive shores. Act 2: Heraklion to Makrigialos: Full of Eastern Promise Read more >
Well, what a difference a year makes! As we enter June, it’s almost inconceivable to think that this time last year a dark cloud hung over international travel and we were wondering if we might ever welcome Simpson clients back to our destinations again... Read more >
Crete has everything you could possibly want from a Greek island destination; when it comes to uncovering its secrets, the only problem is where to begin… our A to Z of Crete is here to help. Read more >
Looking back, I can recall various times in life when events have taken me in a direction I could never have imagined. But none of these pivotal moments have been more dramatic or unexpected than the onset of the pandemic. Read more >
A top ten is a tricky notion when it comes to Crete because there is so very much to see and do. But our little guide to the west will help you begin to scratch the surface of this most beguiling island and get you started on a love affair with enough appeal to last a lifetime. Read more >
Graham Horner writes in praise of the twin-centre holiday and explains why two is the magic number. Read more >
Karen Beddow, mother of three and editor of award-winning travel blog Mini Travellers, negotiates the difficulties of travelling as a family of five… Read more >
MasterChef champion Irini Tzortzoglou has lived in England for 40 years. She joined us in Crete for a multi-generational break with her family. Read more >
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