Kamisiana Holidays
'Tiny Kamisiana is a real chill-out zone, where time seems to have stood delightfully still.'
Crete's North West coast is a world away from the bustling beach life its more mainstream resorts have. And even by Greek standards, Kamisiana is exceptionally quiet and unspoilt. With a gorgeous sandy beach backed by greenery that's dotted with sea daffodils, lilies and poppies, this exquisite little resort is the perfect place to get utterly relaxed and escape the stresses and strains of modern day living. Apart from a general store and a few bars-cum-restaurants, there's not much in the way of local amenities. But that's part of the charm. Life in Kamisiana isn't about shopping and clubbing. It's about simple pleasures like catching some rays on an uncrowded beach. Sitting in a kafenion and having a chat with the locals over a cup of coffee. And whiling away the evenings in a seafront taverna, as the orange sun hits the horizon and splays its rays across the azure sea. In the unlikely event that you do tire of the sleepy atmosphere though, lively Chania is just fifteen miles or so away. There, you'll find a rich variety of bars, restaurants and discos, stretching out along the sweeping arc of the picturesque harbour. Or head for the hills, where you can enjoy some breathtaking scenery, as well as visiting some charming little villages and exploring a number of fascinating heritage sites, including the ancient Minoan palace of Knossos. However you spend your time here, this serene beauty spot will have you hankering for it long after you've shaken the sand from your suitcase.
If you're looking for a totally stress-free zone, look no further than holidays in Kamisiana. Unspoilt, uncrowded, unhurried … This is the place to chill, sunsoak, drink a little wine, and let the world pass you by.
Kamisiana holidays turn tranquillity into an art form. Forget supermarkets, discos and bling bazaars. Here there's just a village shop and a couple of tavernas that double-up as bars … all the ingredients you need for an evening out that's quiet, relaxing and cheap. Holidays in Kamisiana rarely get much livelier than that. Though if you do decide to get back in the mainstream, the bright lights of Chania harbour - and all the shops and restaurants you could wish for - are just 15 miles along the bay.
So much for after-dark activity … now for the long sunshine hours of summer. Holidays to Kamisiana have a fabulous focus - the long sand and pebble shore, where leisurely days involve nothing more strenuous than strolling the length of the beach with your toes in the water … and turning back to tan the other side.
If all this sounds ideal, here's the icing on the cake. For comfort on self-catering holidays, the Kastalia Studios and Apartments echo the peace of the resort with a lovely pool in palm gardens. It's a haven for couples and families alike - with tennis and table tennis, a playroom and playground, and a restaurant and bar. Look for late deals on last minute holidays to Kamisiana … and breathe that deep sigh of contentment …