Starting this thread to give a few tips for visiting the Greek Island of Crete.
@jimbocz
Driving: They drive on the right.
They have traffic speed cameras however there are not very many of them.
Police and ambulances ALWAYS drive with their lights on. You most likely will not see very many police on the roads.
Driving is a little bit like driving in the wild, wild west! You will want to keep your car in the centre to the right side of the solid white line on the right shoulder. This is because you will be passed on the left and there is a double solid white line down the centre of the road. Even though this is technically a dual carriage way, you will want to treat it like a lane and a half to two lane road going each direction. Also, the shoulder is also used as the breakdown lane so keep an eye out for stopped cars.
Cars do not stop for you on a zebra crossing so be careful crossing the road.
Even though the traffic seems a little bit lawless, I felt completed safe driving. There are a lot of single track roads. Be careful driving in the villages. Be prepared to reverse down the road to let someone by as they most likely won't reverse for you. No one seems to understand right of way.
The island is pristine! I've never seen a cleaner, more litter free country.
There is very little crime even though it is common to own and carry guns and knives. The Cretans are a very proud people and they seem to have a strong regard for people and social justice.
There are stray cats everywhere even in the restaurants.
The food is outstanding.
The coffee is a lot of times Nescafe. I didn't have an amazing cup of coffee whilst there.
Immerse yourself in their history.
If you go to a tourist shop be prepared to be hammered by salespeople. They are relentless. They start bringing items to you they may think you like. They are fantastic at upselling. Truly gifted. Lol
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