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==Get in==
==Get in==
* There is a daily ferry from [[Pireaus]] ([[Athens]]), which arrives early in the morning. Most of the boats arrive in either Chania or Heraklion. Ferry tickets may be acquired through minoan lines or anek lines. [http://www.anek.gr/english/prices/rethimno.html]
* There is a daily ferry from [[Pireaus]] ([[Athens]]), which arrives early in the morning. Most of the boats arrive in either Chania or Heraklion. Ferry tickets may be acquired through minoan lines or anek lines. [http://www.anek.gr/english/prices/rethimno.html]
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* There are regular bus services from both [[Chania]] and [[Heraklion]]. All
busses
stop at the bus station, just west of the
center
of Rethimno. From the bus station it's a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi-ride to the ferry.
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* There are regular bus services from both [[Chania]] and [[Heraklion]]. All
buses
stop at the bus station, just west of the
centre
of Rethimno. From the bus station it's a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi-ride to the ferry.
===By ferry===
===By ferry===
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'''Bus''' - as with most places in Greece, tickets must be purchased at a shop before boarding public buses.
'''Bus''' - as with most places in Greece, tickets must be purchased at a shop before boarding public buses.
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'''Taxi
/Cab
''' -
cabs
can be hailed on the streets, but expect to share
the cab
with strangers who might also hail the
cab
on the way to where you're going.
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'''Taxi''' - can be hailed on the streets, but expect to share with strangers who might also hail the
taxi
on the way to where you're going.
==See==
==See==
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* '''Historic Buildings'''.
Rethimno has many historic buildings remaining from the Venetian occupation of Crete (17th century?) including the Fortessa and the lighthouse.
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* '''Historic Buildings'''. Rethimno has many historic buildings remaining from the Venetian occupation of Crete (17th century?) including the Fortessa and the lighthouse.
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* '''Beaches'''.
The good sandy beach begins in the town and extends several miles to the east, backed by hotel developments. In the west, after a little industrial area, a rocky unspoilt coastline takes you towards another good beach 5 miles to the west of Rethimno, towards [[Georgiopoli]].
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* '''Beaches'''. The good sandy beach begins in the town and extends several miles to the east, backed by hotel developments. In the west, after a little industrial area, a rocky unspoilt coastline takes you towards another good beach 5 miles to the west of Rethimno, towards [[Georgiopoli]].
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* '''Parks'''.
There is a small park in the centre with a very small zoo containing some Cretan mountain goats.
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* '''Parks'''. There is a small park in the centre with a very small zoo containing some Cretan mountain goats.
==Do==
==Do==
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==Buy==
==Buy==
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During the main summer season, Rethimno is very touristic. Shops and visitors everywhere, the closer to the beach the more
!
They offer anything considered "souvenir". Recommend to ask your hotel receptionists for recommendations of local
stores
.
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During the main summer season, Rethimno is very touristic. Shops and visitors everywhere, the closer to the beach the more
.
They offer anything considered "souvenir". Recommend to ask your hotel receptionists for recommendations of local
shops
.
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Olives, Raki, Ouzo and wines are common commodities of Crete origin. Cheapest at the locals supermarkets, away from the hotels/beaches
(we got 1kg Olives at below 2 Euro)
. Aside Oranges/Orange juice, fruites and juices are rather expensive.
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Olives, Raki, Ouzo and wines are common commodities of Crete origin. Cheapest at the locals supermarkets, away from the hotels/beaches. Aside Oranges/Orange juice, fruites and juices are rather expensive.
==Eat==
==Eat==
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Pitta Gyros / Pitta Souvlaki
Pitta Gyros / Pitta Souvlaki
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Very nice restaurants are located inside the city. The restaurants on the beach front are tourist oriented, though food quality is okay (though lower than in most of the small tavernas in the back streets). As the quality changes every season with new cooks/managements, your hotel receptionists will be able to
give you quite
good ideas.
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Very nice restaurants are located inside the city. The restaurants on the beach front are tourist oriented, though food quality is okay (though lower than in most of the small tavernas in the back streets). As the quality changes every season with new cooks/managements, your hotel receptionists will be able to
suggest
good ideas.
==Drink==
==Drink==
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Most of the bars close to the Rimondi Fountain are noisy and get very busy. but ok if you like to watch the crowd pass by. There are more relaxing places in the narrow streets nearby. Try the "
PUNCH
BOWL
" just like a traditional Irish pub, it is full of curios and the landlady who is also Irish serves a great pint of Guinness. It' situated at number 42 Arabatzoglou.
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Most of the bars close to the Rimondi Fountain are noisy and get very busy. but ok if you like to watch the crowd pass by. There are more relaxing places in the narrow streets nearby. Try the "
Punch
Bowl
" just like a traditional Irish pub, it is full of curios and the landlady who is also Irish serves a great pint of Guinness. It' situated at number 42 Arabatzoglou.
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For a late night drink try "
EXTREME
" a good venue for rock music, it's in the lane between the museum and the harbour. There are more disco style bars close by. The promenade has mostly cocktail bars which are modern and brightly lit, with music going on to the early hours.
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For a late night drink try "
Extreme
" a good venue for rock music, it's in the lane between the museum and the harbour. There are more disco style bars close by. The promenade has mostly cocktail bars which are modern and brightly lit, with music going on to the early hours.
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Try "Metropolis" music club near Venetian harbour
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Also "Metropolis" music club near Venetian harbour
==Sleep==
==Sleep==
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| content=Located in the Adele Beach suburb, about 10/15 min outside Rethimno, the 4-star-hotel is exceedingly friendly and hospitable. Rooms either in main-building (cheap rooms are towards street) or in Greek style bungalows
(get the sea view!)
. Food is breakfast + dinner, much and with good variety (daily changing dinner buffet). During daytime, snacks can be taken at the pool or beach bar. Despite being rather rocky (foot protection recommended), the beach is wonderful
, the sunsets awesome!
Sun chairs are €2,40/day (pool+beach). After dinner a "last drink" at the pool bar is pleasant. Jet Ski, Banana Boat, etc. are available at Grecotel 100m down the beach.
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| content=Located in the Adele Beach suburb, about 10/15 min outside Rethimno, the 4-star-hotel is exceedingly friendly and hospitable. Rooms either in main-building (cheap rooms are towards street) or in Greek style bungalows. Food is breakfast + dinner, much and with good variety (daily changing dinner buffet). During daytime, snacks can be taken at the pool or beach bar. Despite being rather rocky (foot protection recommended), the beach is wonderful
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Sun chairs are €2,40/day (pool+beach). After dinner a "last drink" at the pool bar is pleasant. Jet Ski, Banana Boat, etc. are available at Grecotel 100m down the beach.
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This hotel is family-run and has a friendly atmosphere, according to the owners. This is a modern 3-star hotel within 100
meters
of a sandy beach and 6
kilometers
from Rethymno. It was fully renovated 2009. It’s suitable for couples and for families. It has 44 rooms: 16 apartments which can hold up to 4 persons and 28 studios which can hold up to 3 persons. All rooms have:
TV,
balcony,
self controlled
air-conditioning, satellite TV, extra long beds
(2 meters), anatomic mattresses with ISO certifications
, direct telephone line, radio, cooker
with 2 rings
,
kitchen
kettle, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, hair dryer
, bath tabs
, change towels & linen 2 times per week, baby cot (on request). Reception is open 24 hours a day.
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This hotel is family-run and has a friendly atmosphere, according to the owners. This is a modern 3-star hotel within 100
m
of a sandy beach and 6
km
from Rethymno. It was fully renovated 2009. It’s suitable for couples and for families. It has 44 rooms: 16 apartments which can hold up to 4 persons and 28 studios which can hold up to 3 persons. All rooms have: balcony, air-conditioning, satellite TV, extra long beds, direct telephone line, radio, cooker, kettle, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, hair dryer, change towels & linen 2 times per week, baby cot (on request). Reception is open 24 hours a day.
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'''Sentido Pearl Beach Hotel''' 4-star hotel 2km outside Rethymno
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'''Sentido Pearl Beach Hotel''' 4-star hotel 2km outside Rethymno
. The hotel is on the Rethymnon beach. It has 2 swimming pools with free lounge chairs, and a fitness centre with indoor pool and hot tub. The private beach is in front of the hotel. All rooms are air-conditioned and comfortably furnished. Each has satellite TV, furnished balcony/patio and double glazed windows. Breakfast and dinner are served as buffets at the main restaurant. Menu options are available at Loukoulos brasserie, overlooking the pool and the sea.
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The hotel is right on the Rethymnon beach. It has 2 swimming pools with free lounge chairs, and a fitness center with indoor pool and hot tub. The private beach is right in front of the hotel and is awarded the European Blue Flag for its crystal clear waters and organization. All rooms are air-conditioned and comfortably furnished. Each has satellite TV, furnished balcony/patio and double glazed windows. Breakfast and dinner are served as buffets at the main restaurant Pergola, featuring a beautiful terrace. Menu options are available at Loukoulos brasserie, overlooking the pool and the sea.
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* {{sleep |name=Camping Elizabeth |alt= |comment= |address=84 Ionias str. terma |directions=At the end of the Ionas road near the beach |phone=+30 2831 028694 |fax= |email=info@camping-elizabeth.net |url=http://www.camping-elizabeth.net/ |hours= |price= |lat= |long= |content=Despite the name it is not just for people pitching tents. Options to stay in a tent (9€), bungalow (27€), or caravan (31€) (tent/caravan provided by them, or bring your own for reduced price of 5€/7€). The oldest campsite on Crete, it's situated on the only stretch of beach untouched by touristy, impersonal hotels. Hot shower, drinking water, laundry, and wifi all free, along with a
delicious,
beach-view taverna. Short walk to city
center
. Friendly, multi-lingual staff. Also the home of the local sea-turtle protection group [http://www.archelon.gr/eng/habitat_crete.php].}}
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* {{sleep |name=Camping Elizabeth |alt= |comment= |address=84 Ionias str. terma |directions=At the end of the Ionas road near the beach |phone=+30 2831 028694 |fax= |email=info@camping-elizabeth.net |url=http://www.camping-elizabeth.net/ |hours= |price= |lat= |long= |content=Despite the name it is not just for people pitching tents. Options to stay in a tent (9€), bungalow (27€), or caravan (31€) (tent/caravan provided by them, or bring your own for reduced price of 5€/7€). The oldest campsite on Crete, it's situated on the only stretch of beach untouched by touristy, impersonal hotels. Hot shower, drinking water, laundry, and wifi all free, along with a beach-view taverna. Short walk to
the
city
centre
. Friendly, multi-lingual staff. Also the home of the local sea-turtle protection group [http://www.archelon.gr/eng/habitat_crete.php].}}
==Go next==
==Go next==
* From the bus station there are regular services to coastal towns on the Cretan south-coast, like [[Plakias]], [[Preveli]] and [[Agia Galini]].
* From the bus station there are regular services to coastal towns on the Cretan south-coast, like [[Plakias]], [[Preveli]] and [[Agia Galini]].
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* The daily ferry to [[Pireaus]] ([[Athens]]) leaves at
8PM
.
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* The daily ferry to [[Pireaus]] ([[Athens]]) leaves at
20:00
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