Lonely Planet’s Crete is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Stroll along Hania’s Venetian Harbour, laze in Elafonisi’s clear turquoise waters, and hike dazzling Samaria Gorge – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Crete and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Crete:NEW pull-out, passport-size ‘Just Landed’ card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info – all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotelImproved planning tools for family travellers – where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kidsNEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodationColour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets – eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsCovers Hania, Iraklio, Rethymno, Lasithi, Knossos, Vai, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Agia Marina, Hersonisos, Platanias, Vamos, Almyrida, Ierapetra, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Crete is our most comprehensive guide to Crete, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Greek Islands or Greece for an in-depth guide to the country.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.