At Arevitis Farm, in the village of Vafes in Apokoronas, every animal has its own role in the living picture of the Cretan countryside. Alongside the goats, chickens, geese and turkeys, the rabbits and piglets are among the farm's best-loved animals — especially for children. These animals are not simply part of the scenery. They […]

In Crete, cheese is part of daily life and tradition. Made with simple ingredients, patience and knowledge passed down through generations, Cretan cheese carries the flavour of the land and the place it comes from. At Arevitis Farm, goat milk from the farm's own goats becomes traditional cheese and mizithra, exactly as it has always […]

The beaches near Apokoronas offer something that is hard to find elsewhere in Crete: calm water, short distances between them, and lively villages only minutes inland. It is the ideal area for families and for visitors who want to combine the sea, good food and the Cretan countryside in a single day. Below you will […]

For children, meeting animals is always a special experience. An animal coming closer, a sound they have never heard before, a moment of care or observation can become something they remember for a long time. In Crete, visiting a farm gives children the chance to discover farm life, animals, nature and the everyday rhythm of […]

Crete is famous for its beaches, charming villages, delicious food and warm hospitality. But the true beauty of the island is not found only in its most popular tourist spots. It is also found in everyday life, in the land, the animals, the people and the simple experiences that reveal the authentic character of Crete. […]

The picturesque villages in Chania reveal a quieter and more authentic side of Crete. Visitors can discover stone houses, old courtyards, small squares, olive groves, local people and a slower rhythm of life that feels very different from the busy tourist areas. For travellers who want to understand Crete more deeply, visiting the villages of […]

For many children, meeting farm animals is completely different from everyday life. They can see how animals live, how they are fed, how they are cared for and how they are connected with rural life. One of the most authentic images of the Cretan countryside is goat milking. It is not just a farm task. […]

Crete is deeply connected with food. Not only because of its rich culinary tradition, but because food here begins with the land, the season, care and simplicity. For many visitors, the most memorable food experience in Crete is not always found in a complicated menu. It can be found at a table with fresh ingredients, […]

Travelling to Crete with children opens up a question that every parent eventually faces: how do you give them something real? Something beyond another beach day or a guided tour where they trail behind adults and wait to leave? Agrotourism in Crete with kids solves that problem — and Arevitis Farm in Chania may be […]

Crete is one of the most visited islands in the Mediterranean — but most visitors see only a fraction of what it has to offer. Beyond the beaches and archaeological sites, there is another Crete: slower, quieter, and far more personal. Agrotourism in Crete opens the door to this version of the island, and once […]