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    Morning or Evening: Which Actually Beats the Knossos Queue?

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  • View of Rethymno's Egyptian Lighthouse and harbour framed by a Venetian archway, Crete

    Rethymno, Crete: A Travel Guide

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  • Drone view of Ammoudaki Beach, a small turquoise cove near Plakias, Crete — one of the most beautiful Plakias beaches for swimming.

    Plakias Beaches: East-to-West Guide to the Best Coves & Bays

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  • The Cosmos Traveller standing on the summit of Spinalonga Island in Crete. Plaka is seen in the distance.

    How To Visit Spinalonga Island in 2025

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  • Beaches in Paleochora Crete, viewed from drone on a bright sunny day.

    Paleochora Beaches (Crete) – A Quick Smart Guide (2025)

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  • Drone view of Chania lighthouse and colorful harbour with white mountains in the background.

    One Perfect Week in Crete: Itinerary for Curious Travellers

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  • The Cosmos Traveller founder in Greece, smiling with cap and beard, Greek flag behind — Crete travel expert.

    Where to Stay in Crete: Beyond the Resorts

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  • Hidden beach in Crete with boat on blue water, framed by cliffs — one of Crete’s best secluded coastal spots.

    7 Hidden Beaches in Crete Worth the Journey

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  • Selfie of The Cosmos Traveller at sunrise at the start of the Samaria Gorge hike in Crete.

    Is Hiking Samaria Gorge Worth It? 3 Hikes Later

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Rich Hoskisson

I'm Rich — 22 years in the UAE, now living on the Côte d'Azur, with long stretches in Cape Town and Crete each year. I write candid travel advice from wherever I actually am.

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    Rethymno, Crete: A Travel Guide
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