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Greece - Crete - Veni

The sleepy village of Veni offers an intimate, relaxing and traditional holiday experience. If you’re looking for a very quiet, slow-paced, peaceful, warm and conventional Greek experience on Crete, it’s worthwhile to consider Veni for part of your holiday.Some visitors describe Veni as a place where time has slowed down, if not stopped all together.Veni is known for its simple and very traditional Cretan lifestyle. If you visit Veni, you will be able to experience traditional everyday life for Greeks. The way of life in Veni remains intact and unspoiled by tourism or westernization, and if you want to experience authentic Greek culture, sleepy Veni is a must-see. Veni sits beneath the northern slopes of the Idi and Psiloritis Mountains right in the middle of northern Crete. Veni is also only a few minutes from Axos, one of Crete’s most ancient towns with a history stemming back 3,500 years. As well, a few minutes out of Veni and you’ll find gorgeous and breathtaking mountains, springs, streams, rivers and even caves to visit. While Veni itself doesn’t offer beaches, a short drive can take you to all the various beaches of Crete’s northern coast, as well as the capital, Heraklion, a large, busy and lively town.In Veni you’ll also find the beautiful Anastasia Villa, a hotel located in a small cluster of houses.  It’s designed on one floor with a rear terrace—perfect for outdoor dining—so mountain air can blow in and keep temperatures cool.  This quaint little villa can sleep up to four, with a twin bedroom, double bedroom and a separate studio apartment. Other features include an open-plan kitchen; a comfortable lounge; and a new pool with a children’s section.Veni is all about a simple, cultural and relaxing experience. Come not for the nightlife or the shops and tavernas, but to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery and experience Greek culture first-hand.