Platanias Holiday
Within the beautiful district of Chania lies Platanias, a peaceful resort with a long sandy beach and breathtaking scenery. Most of the hotels are situated here, providing a perfect location for enjoying glorious Greek sunshine and lazy days, combined with good tourist facilities.
Beaches
Platanias is not just a fishing village, it is also home to some of Crete's most stunning sandy beaches. The main beach is only a short stroll from the village, and it boasts a long stretch of sand with a few pebbles. Only a short walk away you will find Mikro beach, another long stretch of sand and azure waters.
Shopping
There are plenty of shops to choose from in Platanias, offering a range of holiday essentials, souvenirs, local handicrafts, tourist and luxury items. If you want a more commercial resort to shop in, catch the ferry to Skiathos.
Nightlife
With the good food and local hospitality, early evenings can be spent dining at your leisure in a taverna and watching the sun set. There are a multitude of bars to choose from when you want to make a night of it and also a few discos to burn that midnight oil.
Local Specialities
There are lots of restaurants catering for all tastes and budgets. Pleasant evenings can be spent in the waterside tavernas which serve, amongst other choices, a wonderful selection of the day's catch. The food is fresh, simple and often delicious.