Holidays to Ierapetra

For an alternative to the classic Greek island beach resort holiday, Ierapetra in Crete offers a historic city base for a taste of ancient Greece. The centre of town filled with little stone houses and cosy tavernas oozes Greek charm, and there’s an old Venetian fortress down by the harbour. Meanwhile, you’re a short drive away from a generous pick of big sandy beaches as well as the heady vibes of the capital Heraklion aren’t far.