Retreat to crete

Those in the know are booking ‘shoulder season’ trips to places where the sun still shines, the heat is bearable, prices are lower and the crowds have gone. Here are our top five

The Mediterranean is full of gorgeous coastal hotspots. Which one will you pick?

Venetian fortresses, Ottoman mosques and historic family bakeries combine in this ancient city on Crete’s northwestern coast

The Mediterranean is full of gorgeous islands surrounded by clear blue waters. Which one will you pick?

In a nutshell This all-villa hotel blends privacy with five-star hotel luxury and uninterrupted views of the Ionian Sea. What’s the vibe? Designed to feel like a home away from home rather than a hote

If you believe all-inclusive is wristbands and mass catering, think again. Prima ’s Jo Lockwood took a Sandals break and discovered luxury on another level…