Bargain Holidays in Malia
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Set on the north coast of Crete, Malia is home to one of the best beaches on the island. The long swathe of golden sand stretches five kilometres along the coast and is dotted with sun beds and parasols. The beach also offers a wealth of activities, including jet skiing, snorkelling, wind surfing, parasailing and pedaloes. Lining the beach is a string of bars and cafes. Bargain holidays in Malia offer a good choice of accommodation, from self-catering villas to all-inclusive complexes.
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- choice of bars and restaurants
- Number of local authentic shops
- Jet skiing
- Snorkelling
- Wind surfing
- Parasailing
- Good choice of accommodation
- Beautiful beach
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The main strip of town features a good choice of bars and restaurants serving international dishes, including Greek, British, Chinese, Italian and Mexican. The more energetic can dance and drink till dusk at the discos. The strip also features a number of shops selling local handicrafts, such as leather goods and jewellery. Bargain holidays in Malia are particularly popular with young British tourists looking for a beautiful beach, for lazy days or water sports, and lively evenings. Those seeking traditional Greek charm will prefer the picturesque fishing village of Sissi on Crete’s eastern coast.
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Popular excursions from Malia include trips to the Palace of Malia, which dates back to the Middle Bronze Age with its giant central courtyard, the Archaeological Museum, and pretty hiking paths along the coast. Furthermore, just three kilometres from the resort centre lies Minoan ruins dating back to 69 BC. The resort is also four miles from Hersonissos, five miles from Sissi, and 20 miles from Heraklion. Frequent buses run along the coast throughout the day. Bargain holidays in Malia are located one hour from Crete Airport.
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