The Moment my wife and I arrived at Tonia’s apartment we felt very welcomed and home right away, as we had a very affectionate reception. Tonia was there and showed us everything. We even were surprised with a sweat welcome package. Tonia was always available when we had a question.
For us Kissamos was a perfect choice. It is the only city in the West – so you don’t have a lot of tourists like in the eastern part, but you still have grocery stores and a little sea side walk for drinks and food within a couple walking minutes. Of your course Tonia helped us with recommendations to eat or to visit (see below).
The apartment itself was quite big and very clean. There was a second sleeping room for kids. The best were the two balconies on which we enjoyed or breakfast and had a wonderful view over the ocean. The kitchen is fully equipped including an oven, cooking plates and fridge/freezer combination. Also there was a couch with a Flat Screen TV. We didn’t need the heater or Air conditioning which was installed too. The supermarkets are close and parking on the other side of the road.
Recommendation for your visit:
- If you like hiking: Samaria (with ELAFONISSOS TRAVEL), Milia (great original Cretan food too) – maybe Agia Irini (we had no time left)
- If you like beaches: Falasarna (+ancient city) & Elafonisi & Balos (no time anymore)
- If you like Cities: Rethimno & Chania were both nice
- Good Food: “Avli” (Rethimno) / “Ta Neoria” & “Glossitses” (Chania) / “O Gero Tsegkas” (Kissamos) was also OK.
So of you are looking for a retreat far away from the main tourism centers, close to the ocean & hills and expect a great host: Visit Tonia and her family! We had a great time!