*** Flights to Crete are plentiful during the summer. We can assist with low cost car rental (recommended), but if you don't want to drive there are taxis and an efficient bus service. (See owners website - www.hidden-crete.com ""Travel Page"" for links) 
 
Pitsidia sits on the wertern edge of the Messara Plain, just off the road from Matala to Heraklion. The road by-passes the village so it is easily missed. It is the oldest village in the area. The village square is surrounded by tavernas. (See more details in Additional information below). The beach at Kommos is only 1Km. and can be reached in 5 minutes by car or 25 minutes easy stroll through olive groves and vineyards. 
 
Matala is only 5 Km. And has its own beach, tavernas and music bars. (Again see below). Once regarded as the best resort beach in Crete, it is famous for the caves that are cut into the cliffs. Ideal for family bathing and also stupendous sunsets. The market towns of Mires and Tymbaki are only 8Km. 
 
The Messara region offers the discerning holiday traveller a wonderful part of Crete away from the busy north of the island. The area is traditionally ‘Cretan’ despite the expanse of tourism and for those looking for ‘real’ Crete, this region provides a wide range of experiences. 
 
The people are exceptionally warm, welcoming and hospitable. 
 
The region is located in the centre of the south of the island with its west facing stunning golden beaches, which offer safe bathing and spectacular sunsets. It is rich in archaeology and Cretan culture including the Minoan palaces of Phaistos, Agia Triada and also the ancient city of Gortyn.  
 
The tourist season extends to November because of the long summer weather (300 days ave. of sun annually).