The apartment in Almyrida is great. Spacious especially with the wonderful roof terrace. It was perfect for siestas in the hot July afternoons. The access to good quality cafes, bars and Almyrida's safe and very pleasant beach is brilliant. We all liked trying out watersports that can be hired and learnt right next door at UCPA - stand-up paddleboarding and catamaran sailing as well as fun on a pedalo.
Buses to Kalyves and Chania mean that a car is not necessary here and there a few a few good shops in the village ('The Pear Tree' is great for fresh veg and fruit). But a car can get you to other lovely spots nearby such as Gavalohori and Vamos.
Hope to return some time to meet Panos again, plus some of the other lovely people in the area.
Stuart, Kate and family