Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion, Agios
Old town hotel vs beach resort — разная логистика.
Chania Old Town
Плюс: food capital, harbor walks. Минус: parking; narrow alleys.
Rethymno
Плюс: fortress, mid-island base. Минус: beach average; use car.
Heraklion
Плюс: Knossos access, museums. Минус: urban sprawl; not postcard.
Agios Nikolaos / Elounda
Плюс: upscale east, Spinalonga boats. Минус: far from west icons.
South coast (Sfakia, Paleochora)
Плюс: authentic, boat trips, Libyan sea color. Минус: long serpentine drives; limited ATM.
Elounda / Plaka
Плюс: Spinalonga boats, upscale calm. Минус: far from west icons; price premium.