Crete

Crete boasts one of the best climates in Europe, with an average of 300 days of sunshine a year. Generally speaking, there is a temperate Mediterranean climate, although during winter there is usually snow in the mountains. Winters in other parts of Crete are relatively mild, while spring, autumn and summer are sunny and warm, or even hot. The rainfall is concentrated from autumn until spring and is more frequent in the western part of the island. Summer is, of course, peak season in Crete. The best time to visit is probably during shoulder season, namely in April, May, September and October, when the temperatures and the weather are good for beach days and sightseeing, but the touristic spots are not too crowded.

Chania International Airport "Daskalogiannis" is an international airport located near Souda Bay. It is is 12 km from the city of Chania and 68 km from the town of Rethymnon.

Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" is the primary airport on the island of Crete and is the second busiest airport in Greece. The airport of Heraklion is but 5 km from the city of Heraklion and 65 km from Agios Nikolaos. A new airport for Heraklion, located 39 km to the south-east of the city at Kastelli, is under construction. It is scheduled to open by 2025. The new airport will replace the current Heraklion International Airport as the hub for central Crete.

Cruise ships dock right in the centre of Agios Nikolaos. The small town with ancient history serves as a hub to the thirty or so small villages and settlements in the Lassithi region. The rural areas close to the port are experiencing rapid growth, especially in alternative forms of tourism. The most alluring tourist attractions include the small island Agioi Pante, the archaeological museum and local fairs. The Lake Voulismeni — now a lagoon right next to the post — features a small park, traditional fishing boats, cosy cafes and even an amphitheatre.