The journal

Stories fromthe island

Everything here happened to us first — the boat trips, the stays, the tavernas. Written down so your Crete can feel like ours.

Boat TripsPlaces to Stay

Boat anchored beneath the cliffs of Crete's southern coast

Boat Trips5 min

Plakias Boat Tours – The Best Boat Trip in South Crete

A day at sea along Crete's wild southern shore — white clay beaches, sea caves, and lunch in a village you can only reach by boat.

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Seafront terrace at The Lagoon in Plakias

Places to Stay4 min

The Lagoon – Coastal Living & Boutique Shop in Plakias, Crete

A beachfront stay in Plakias where quiet luxury meets island charm — plus a tiny boutique full of handmade treasures next door.

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Traditional wooden boat in the turquoise water off Koufonisi

Boat Trips4 min

Our Amazing Boat Trip to Koufonisi Island – A Hidden Paradise in Crete

A traditional wooden boat, two swim stops in a protected wildlife refuge, and a BBQ lunch at sea — our day trip to Koufonisi.

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