On a recent trip to Crete, we just HAD to take the hike to see the cave where it is said Zeus was born. Yes, I know Zeus isn’t real (sorry for the spoiler), but it is interesting that for a couple of thousand years the locals have consistently said that this particular cave isContinue reading “Zeus’s Birthplace Cave”
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Gorgeous Rouvas Gorge, Crete
In addition to its beaches (which we didn’t visit much because it was off-season), Crete has some amazing hiking venues. Rouvas Gorge, pretty much in the middle of the island, is a magnificent hike. A bit over 7 miles round trip (up and back down), it is a bit strenuous going, including some rock scrambles,Continue reading “Gorgeous Rouvas Gorge, Crete”