Prines is in a prime location for beaches. You can head into Rethymno town and enjoy its long blue flag beach or head west to discover small bays and long stretches of golden sandy beach.

Petres offers two bays - one sandy and one with shingle. Both have clear water and are good snorkelling areas. From Petres through to the resort of Georgioupoli, a vast golden sand beach lies. With plenty of organised facilities , beach bars and tavernas, there is much to be loved about this beach area. If you like to be away from the crowd, the beach is so big you will always be able to find your own spot. Further along you will find Georgioupoli beach, known for its calm, shallow waters which are great for families with young children.

Crete is famous for its beautiful southern beaches with clear, clean water. Preveli beach is a famous beach on the south coast and an area of natural and protected beauty with a beautiful palm forest.. Preveli beach is located at the mouth of a river that comes from the imposing Kourtaliotiko Gorge. If you walk up the side of the river you will find some rock pools in which to swim which takes the experience you will have at Preveli beach to the next level.

Other beaches to look out for are Skinaria, Ammoudi and Damnoni. These beautiful bays are also great for snorkelling.

There is so much to see, your only choice is to come back!