Crete

One man and his blog - Part V
- By Graham Simpson
- 12 Feb 2025
- Views and reviews
The fifth instalment of Founder Graham Simpson’s blog looks back at summer 2024, and the realisation of a dream 40 years in the making… Read more >
Book by Popular Demand
- By Simpson Travel
- 25 Sept 2024
- Where to go
We’re very proud of all our villas and hotels, but which ones do our guests love most? Below you’ll find a round up of our best-sellers; all of these properties completely sold out for the entire 2024 season... Read more >
One man and his blog - Part IV
- By Graham Simpson
- 19 Jun 2024
- Views and reviews
The fourth instalment from Graham’s 150-year-old renovation project in Crete throws up a few unexpected challenges… Read more >
One man and his blog - Part III
- By Graham Simpson
- 23 Jun 2023
- Views and reviews
The third instalment from Graham Simpson as he and Yianna embark upon their exciting renovation project in southeast Crete. Read more >
The Drama of Crete, Act 2: a Journey full of Eastern Promise
- By Sarah Barnes
- 02 Jan 2023
- Where to go
Encompassing drama, comedy, tragedy and a cast of characters full of passion and fire, yet kind and always ready to extend the warmest welcome to those that land on its distinctive shores. Act 2: Heraklion to Makrigialos: Full of Eastern Promise Read more >
One man and his blog - Part II
- By Graham Simpson
- 26 May 2022
- Views and reviews
Well, what a difference a year makes! As we enter June, it’s almost inconceivable to think that this time last year a dark cloud hung over international travel and we were wondering if we might ever welcome Simpson clients back to our destinations again... Read more >
An A to Z of Crete
- By Simpson Travel
- 11 Feb 2022
- What to do
Crete has everything you could possibly want from a Greek island destination; when it comes to uncovering its secrets, the only problem is where to begin… our A to Z of Crete is here to help. Read more >
One man and his blog - Part I
- By Graham Simpson
- 26 Jan 2022
- Views and reviews
Looking back, I can recall various times in life when events have taken me in a direction I could never have imagined. But none of these pivotal moments have been more dramatic or unexpected than the onset of the pandemic. Read more >
Top ten things to do in western Crete
- By Simpson Travel
- 10 Sept 2021
- What to do
A top ten is a tricky notion when it comes to Crete because there is so very much to see and do. But our little guide to the west will help you begin to scratch the surface of this most beguiling island and get you started on a love affair with enough appeal to last a lifetime. Read more >

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Crete

One man and his blog - Part V

Book by Popular Demand

One man and his blog - Part IV

One man and his blog - Part III

The Drama of Crete, Act 2: a Journey full of Eastern Promise

One man and his blog - Part II

An A to Z of Crete

One man and his blog - Part I

Top ten things to do in western Crete

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