Even during the preparation for the trip, Ryskov on the Internet in search of material on Crete, I decided that when he returned, be sure to share your experiences. They, of course, very, very subjective, but may be useful to someone else. As well as helped me the few truly informative material and photographs found with great difficulty on the Russian site. Please take into account such a thing. In his narration, I deliberately stayed away from the general plan information available from existing guides on Crete and at tourist sites.
My wife for five years now live in Israel. Immigrants from Ukraine. This year we decided to spend a week vacation in September on this beautiful island. Tour package “flight + hotel provides 8 days half board at the Hotel Karteros” that in the same town, not far from Heraklion. Eight days is certainly enough to explore the island stretching over 300 km. And yet, during this time I wanted to have time to experience the atmosphere of the Greek port city, to touch the stones, keeping the grandeur of a bygone civilization, enjoy the sea view of rocky coves and sandy beaches. And finally, snorkeling in the clear waters surrounding the island seas. And then there is the picturesque mountain villages and valleys of unique beauty, monasteries and temples with centuries of history and much more. I realized that not all at once grasp this short time. But still, tried to combine this trip their interests lover “wild” tourism, photos and free-diving c demands of his wife, preferring to rest comfortably. So, lets fly …
Hi, Karteros!
The flight from Tel Aviv airport to Heraklion takes less than one and a half hours, and therefore no significant difference in feelings when you exit the plane with us was not observed. Sunny, despite 10 per hour. morning, already hot. But not stuffy, and not have the humidity that we have. The airport at Heraklion, of course, is no match for Ben-Gurion – all smaller, simpler and not so noisy. But nearly 200 people. our aircraft, and even the same number of arrivals the same flight, but a little earlier, the Israelis said the popularity of Cyprus as a place of recreation for our compatriots. It is interesting that in Hebrew it is called “Crete” – with the addition of the end “im”, which is characteristic of the plural. The same ending in Hebrew are the words that represent the major part of our universe: the sky, water, etc. Maybe this and the inherent respect for the cradle of European civilization. Mood – in anticipation of a close encounter with the object of love by correspondence. However, for several minutes before landing, with a little height, has managed to discern unforested, rocky islands, gray-yellow strips of beaches. It was windy, and in many places, coastal waters were muddy to the disgrace. -Nothing – I thought the rocky bays will be fine (water clarity for me – in the past inveterate diver – a sort of “fad”).