Summer is synonymous with holidays and you may be dreaming of a beautiful beach getaway - especially after the wet weather we’ve been experiencing here recently.
While some of the world’s best beaches are found in the likes of the Caribbean and the Maldives, there’s certainly a few which can rival them right here in Europe.
One Greek beach in particular offers a slice of the Caribbean without the expensive long-haul plane ticket. With gorgeous white sand - which sometimes has a pink hue - and crystal-clear waters, Elafonisi beach has been described as “one of the best beaches in the world.” Located on the south-west coast of the island of Crete, the beach can be reached by a direct bus from Chania or by renting a car - the drive takes around an hour and a half.
Skyscanner shows tickets from Manchester Airport to Chania, with the cheapest one priced at £57 in July, with returns available from £63. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. With powder soft sand and shallow waters it’s easy to see why Elafonisi is so popular.