{"id":3293,"date":"2016-09-25T13:13:53","date_gmt":"2016-09-25T10:13:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/?p=3293"},"modified":"2017-02-09T15:43:32","modified_gmt":"2017-02-09T13:43:32","slug":"top-hersonissos-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/top-hersonissos-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Beaches in Hersonissos, a lovely coastal resort in the magnificent Greek island of Crete"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Saradari Beach<\/h2>\n<h3>Best beach for: Calm Turquoise-blue Sea Water, Snorkeling and Full Moon Bathing<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_3297\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3297\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/saradariBeachHersonissos_C-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"star beach crete, potamos beach, creta beach, top beaches crete, top 10 beaches in crete, top 10 beaches crete, crete top beaches, hersonissos beach, heraklion beaches, star beach crete heraklion, crete beaches, top 10 beaches in Greek islands\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/saradariBeachHersonissos_C-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/saradariBeachHersonissos_C.jpg 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3297\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Young couple in love enjoying the view from Saradari<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On the edge of Hersonissos to the west, lie a series of small inlets and bays separated by rocky cliffs vibrant with limpets, small crabs and other sea animals. The sea is almost always calm and the warm turquoise waters are most welcoming. The bay in the far end serves as a nudist beach. There are seabed and umbrellas for rent and a few but exquisite restaurants and bars. The area of Saradari is idyllic to watch the dark sea twinkling as the full-moon rises above Hersonissos port.<\/p>\n<h2>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div class=\"gdl-divider\"><div class=\"scroll-top\">SCROLL_TEXT<\/div><\/div>\n<\/h2>\n<h2>Star Beach, Hersonissos Port<\/h2>\n<h3>Best beach for: Fun, Amusement &amp; Water Sports<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_3301\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3301\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos-300x125.jpg\" alt=\"star beach crete, potamos beach, creta beach, top beaches crete, top 10 beaches in crete, top 10 beaches crete, crete top beaches, hersonissos beach, heraklion beaches, star beach crete heraklion, crete beaches, top 10 beaches in Greek islands\" width=\"300\" height=\"125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos-300x125.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos-768x320.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos-1200x500.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/star_beach_hersonissos.jpg 1680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3301\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Never ending fun in Star beach amusement park<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Star Beach is more an amusement park on the seaside than a beach. Star beach is most famous for musical and themed home parties organized almost on a daily basis featuring famous DJ\u2019s. But there is something for everyone in the 4 acres it occupies. Several water pools- including a kid\u2019s pool- water slides, beaches, a spa center and water sports are all part of the Star Beach experience. The four bars and the three restaurants of the park offer a big choice of foods and drinks at a very reasonable cost. Entrance to the Star beach park is free.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div class=\"gdl-divider\"><div class=\"scroll-top\">SCROLL_TEXT<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>New York Beach Club, Port of Hersonissos<\/h2>\n<h3>Best beach for: Relaxing, Food and Drinks<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_3305\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3305\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/newYorkClubHersonissos_C-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"star beach crete, potamos beach, creta beach, top beaches crete, top 10 beaches in crete, top 10 beaches crete, crete top beaches, hersonissos beach, heraklion beaches, star beach crete heraklion, crete beaches, top 10 beaches in Greek islands\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/newYorkClubHersonissos_C-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/newYorkClubHersonissos_C.jpg 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3305\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">New York Beach in the morning getting ready to welcome the sunbathers and swimmers<\/p><\/div>\n<p>New York is a popular all-day Beach bar and restaurant that doubles as a club at night. It is situated right in the middle of the port of Hersonissos. Sea water is almost always calm and the views are great both from the beach and the restaurant. Friendly staff serves fresh drinks all day long on the beach, where you can rent sun-beds and umbrellas a daily basis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div class=\"gdl-divider\"><div class=\"scroll-top\">SCROLL_TEXT<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Anissaras<\/h2>\n<h3>Best beach for: Sunset, Walking, Cycling &amp; Scuba Diving<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_3309\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3309\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/anisarasbeachHersonissos-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"star beach crete, potamos beach, creta beach, top beaches crete, top 10 beaches in crete, top 10 beaches crete, crete top beaches, hersonissos beach, heraklion beaches, star beach crete heraklion, crete beaches, top 10 beaches in Greek islands\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/anisarasbeachHersonissos-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/anisarasbeachHersonissos.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3309\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A quiet evening in Anissaras beach<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Annissaras is a big sandy beach extending for more than 3 killometers from Saradari in the outskirts of Hersonissos to Analipsi. Annisaras is home to some of the biggest hotels in the area operating on an all-inclusive basis. The rocky seabed makes it an ideal destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. A great place to enjoy an evening walk as the red sun sets into the blue sea.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div class=\"gdl-divider\"><div class=\"scroll-top\">SCROLL_TEXT<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Potamos Beach<\/h2>\n<h3>Best beach for: Chilling out, Nature<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_3313\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3313\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/PotamosBeach_c-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"star beach crete, potamos beach, creta beach, top beaches crete, top 10 beaches in crete, top 10 beaches crete, crete top beaches, hersonissos beach, heraklion beaches, star beach crete heraklion, crete beaches, top 10 beaches in Greek islands\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/PotamosBeach_c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/PotamosBeach_c.jpg 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Refreshing in the unspoiled beach of Potamos<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On the verge of the ancient palace of Malia lies a big beach, widely known as arhaiotites (antiquities). On the west of side is Potamos a smaller less crowded beach. Potamos is covered with white sand and small dunes, where white sand lilies grow in August and September. The beach is surrounded by a wild life reserve- home to several species of birds and wild flowers, such as the endogenous Cretan orchids. You can rent a set of 2 sun beds and umbrella for just 5 Euros per day. Refreshments, Snacks and Lunch are available from the bar-restaurant on top of the beach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Saradari Beach Best beach for: Calm Turquoise-blue Sea Water, Snorkeling and Full Moon Bathing On the edge of Hersonissos to the west, lie a series of small inlets and bays separated by rocky cliffs vibrant with limpets, small crabs and other sea animals. The sea is almost always calm and the warm turquoise waters are most welcoming. The bay in the far end serves as a nudist beach. There are seabed and umbrellas for rent and a few but exquisite restaurants and bars. The area of Saradari is idyllic to watch the dark sea twinkling as the full-moon rises above Hersonissos port. Star Beach, Hersonissos Port Best beach for: Fun, Amusement &amp; Water Sports Star Beach is more an amusement park on the seaside than a beach. Star beach is most famous for musical and themed home parties organized almost on a daily basis featuring famous DJ\u2019s. But there is something for everyone in the 4 acres it occupies. Several water pools- including a kid\u2019s pool- water slides, beaches, a spa center and water sports are all part of the Star Beach experience. The four bars and the three restaurants of the park offer a big choice of foods and drinks at a very reasonable cost. Entrance to the Star beach park is free. New York Beach Club, Port of Hersonissos Best beach for: Relaxing, Food and Drinks New York is a popular all-day Beach bar and restaurant that doubles as a club at night. It is situated right in the middle of the port of Hersonissos. Sea water is almost always calm and the views are great both from the beach and the restaurant. Friendly staff serves fresh drinks all day long on the beach, where you can rent sun-beds and umbrellas a daily basis. Anissaras Best beach for: Sunset, Walking, Cycling &amp; Scuba Diving Annissaras is a big sandy beach extending for more than 3 killometers from Saradari in the outskirts of Hersonissos to Analipsi. Annisaras is home to some of the biggest hotels in the area operating on an all-inclusive basis. The rocky seabed makes it an ideal destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. A great place to enjoy an evening walk as the red sun sets into the blue sea. Potamos Beach Best beach for: Chilling out, Nature On the verge of the ancient palace of Malia lies a big beach, widely known as arhaiotites (antiquities). On the west of side is Potamos a smaller less crowded beach. Potamos is covered with white sand and small dunes, where white sand lilies grow in August and September. The beach is surrounded by a wild life reserve- home to several species of birds and wild flowers, such as the endogenous Cretan orchids. You can rent a set of 2 sun beds and umbrella for just 5 Euros per day. Refreshments, Snacks and Lunch are available from the bar-restaurant on top of the beach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[59],"tags":[60],"class_list":["post-3293","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-things-to-do-in-crete","tag-eri"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3293","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3293"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3293\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3293"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3293"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gentledentalabroad.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3293"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}