Crete Island - Greece

Giovanni Simeone focused on the delicate light and transparency of Crete’s colours, in secluded valleys far from the main towns and off the beaten path. He discovered hidden corners of this largest of the Greek Islands, where life is slow, and guests stay in tranquil B&Bs, tasting traditional dishes made with natural ingredients. Olive trees grow on the hills (Greece is the world’s third largest producer of olive oil in the world) and good wine and fruit are born from the red soil. If you’re a slow traveller, this Crete is a perfect destination. Ancient history and culture can be found at Knossos, the ancient city that made Crete the cradle of the Minoic civilization.