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Tee off with a mountain view at Crete Golf Club

Golfers, rejoice. The only 18-hole course on Crete is just a 10-minute drive south of Lyttos Beach. Crete Golf Club’s fairways are carved out of rock and ravines, and roll right up to the Dikti Mountains. Non-golfers can enjoy the place, too – the clubhouse’s elevated spot means the restaurant and bar come with show-stopping sea views.

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  • Don’t be fooled by the English name – this Hersonissos bar is very much Greek-owned and popular with the locals. It’s most famous for the three-litre pitchers of beers and cocktails to share, but it also does a mean caramel vodka, too. There’s plenty of space inside and out on the terrace, and the place stays open ’til late.

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    Lyttos Beach has a laid-back nature, but there are still plenty of chances to go partying. Most hotels have a handful of bars – Lyttos Beach Hotel even has an open-air dance floor where dancers can strut their stuff under the stars. More bone-rattling bass-lines can be found a 10-minute taxi ride away at the waterfront clubs of Hersonissos.

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    Analipsi village is five minutes’ walk away and boasts half-a-dozen authentic Greek tavernas. They’re cosy, family-run places set along the rustic main street. Settle yourself into one of the charming eateries to work your way through the mezes, moussaka and skewered souvlaki – and do try the papalina, tiny sardines.

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    Analipsi village, five minutes’ walk away, is where you’ll find laid-back little beach bars, where you can relax over a chilled Mythos lager or a nice glass of the local Archanes red. Or if you fancy a dance, there’s a busier scene down the road on Hersonissos’ waterfront. Over there you’ve got Irish pubs, trendy cocktail bars and all-night clubs that host international DJs.

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    Lyttos Beach is one of a dozen beaches on the Cretan coast strung together by a pretty stone promenade, so there’s loads of scope for seaside walks. It’s not far to the charming village of Analipsi. Or, for watersports, stroll 20 minutes along the prom to Anissaras, where you’ll find everything from kayaking to water skiing.

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    The festival of Panagia is celebrated throughout Greece, but the mountain village of Mochos – a half-hour drive from Lyttos Beach – wins gold for best warm-up celebrations. As well as a church service and procession, there’s jiving in the cobbled village squares and a massive barbecue. Traditionally, this is when Greeks trek back to their home towns, so there’s a real family reunion vibe, too.

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    Throughout the summer months, Heraklion is host to one of the biggest arts festivals in Greece. Classical music and performances of Greek classics are held in two theatres – Nikos Kazantzakis and Manos Hadzidakis. Past years have seen Aristophanes’ plays and Brahms and Chopin recitals. Classic films like Some Like it Hot get shown over at Bethlehem Gate, an open-air theatre nearby. Ticket prices vary, but look out for the occasional free one.

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    Shoppers should bookmark the Saturday market in Heraklion. Just a 30-minute drive from Lyttos Beach, it’s right in the town centre at 1866 Street. Stalls here peddle parcels of olive soap and bottles of raki, as well as postcards and printed tees. Food is farm-fresh, too – keep your eyes peeled for handmade pasta.

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    Just a few minutes’ walk from Lyttos Beach is the village of Analipsi. It’s a piece of traditional Greek life, with narrow streets lined with colourful plaster buildings and old stone houses. Wander to the village square in front of Analipsi Church to see where socialising is done in the town – the little kafenions here are a good place to drop in for a glass of ouzo with the locals.

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    The food scene in Lyttos Beach is centred around the hotels, where the à la cartes tend to be of the open-air, sea-view variety. But for truly traditional fare, set your sights on Analipsi. Family-owned tavernas can be found on the sand or tucked away on tree-lined streets, many serving Greek favourites like lamb kleftiko scooped straight out of clay ovens.

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    A five-minute drive from Lyttos Beach takes you to Anissaras. Along this seven-kilometre stretch you’ve got little manmade coves and rock pools scalloped from the rocky coast. The public beaches in front of the hotels have umbrellas and sunloungers, as well as snack bars and cafés, or you can move on to a secluded cove where it’s just you and the water.

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    Lyttos Beach will sort you out with suncream and novelty T-shirts, while in Hersonissos the souvenir shops sell handbags and wooden bracelets with low price tags. Along in Heraklion, meanwhile, there’s a daily market along 1866 Street – a colourful spectacle where you can watch the locals haggle for herbs, spices and fresh meat along the bazaar-style street.

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