26/07/2026
Last night I finally sat down and wrote a new blog post… 😊 https://blueturtleescapes.co.uk/villa-holidays-crete/
Tomorrow, I’ll be booking a twin-centre holiday to Crete for some returning clients, and it reminded me of one of the biggest mistakes people make when planning a villa holiday.
They fall in love with the villa first.
A beautiful pool, stunning sea views, the perfect outdoor dining area… and only then do they look at where it actually is.
The thing is, Crete is much bigger than many people realise. The same goes for lots of other destinations too. Many of the most beautiful villas are tucked away in peaceful villages or hidden along the coast, which can be absolutely perfect… or completely wrong for the holiday you’re hoping for.
That’s why I always recommend choosing the area first and the villa second. The right location will shape your whole holiday, from how much driving you do to the beaches, restaurants and places you’ll explore.
If you’re thinking about a villa holiday in Crete, I’ve put together a guide to help you choose the part of the island that’s right for you before you start browsing all those gorgeous villa photos! 😁
I’d love to know… if you were planning a villa holiday, what would be your priority? 🌊 A sea view, 🏊 a private pool, 🍽️ walking to a taverna, or 🌿 complete peace and quiet?
Villa holidays Crete start with the region, not the villa. How to choose the right base, which houses suit couples, families and groups, and what guides miss.