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Palace of Malia

Palace of Malia, Malia

 mickeyboy07 Says:  To the East of the resort is the Minoan Palace of Malia.This is the third largest Minoan Palace in Crete,built in a wonderful setting by the sea,on the road linking eastern and central Crete.This Palace-the seat,according to myth,of Minos'brother Sarpedon-was first... 

Palace of Malia

Palace of Malia, Malia

 grayfo Says:  The Palace of Malia is situated to the east of the resort, it is the third largest of the Minoan palaces in Crete. The Minoan name for the Palace is not known and it takes its name from the local town. This palace - the seat, according to myth, of Minos’ brother Sarpedon -... 

Malia Beach

Malia Beach, Malia

 grayfo Says:  The beach of is long with fine white sand and crystal-clear waters and is considered as one of Crete’s finest beaches. Now that Malia is so popular if you want some peace you may need to walk along the shore until you see a stretch with less people so that you can lay down... 

Quad bikes

Quad bikes, Malia

 Jozey-x Says:  Quad bikes are a fun, and one of the only, ways to see the amazing sites of malia. We went out on ours at least three times a day, whether it was to find some quiet, to pick up food and drink, or just to explore. There are, however a few problems with these motors. They do... 

Jeep Adventure

Jeep Adventure, Malia

 tomellmes Says:  Probably the most exciting day of your holiday!! Where you are guaranteed to have a day full of "Dirty Fun"!!. Explore the Cretan mountains, visit the caves, experience local life with Land Rover Jeeps. Professional Drivers.We follow the trails of historical Crete, where no... 

~ Try a Cocktail through a Funnel ~

~ Try a Cocktail through a Funnel ~, Malia

 Heavens-Mirror Says:  There were a few groups of guys and a few groups of girls when we were out in Malia for special occasions such as birthdays, hen nights, stag nights etc....Some of the bars/clubs have a funnel for these special occasions in which they pour a whole pint of a coctail through... 

Hotels  

Malia Mare Hotel

 1 Review and 26 Opinions  I stayed at the Malia Mare hotel from the 3rd September 2006. The hotel was in a fantastic location... 

San Giorgio Apartments

 1 Review and 10 Opinions  I am going here at the end of July this year for two weeks with my friend Amy, so I'll write about... 

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Restaurants  

~ The Delight of India ~: ~ Authentic Curry House in Malia ~

~ The Delight of India ~: ~ Authentic Curry House in Malia ~, Malia

 Heavens-Mirror Says:  The restaurant was quite busy and the surroundings of it looked inviting, we checked out the menu from outside and the prices seemed really good, they had lots of offers on set menus and also drinks.There was also a sign which said "the only authentic indian cuisine... 

Stalis Strip: For great service head to stalis

Stalis Strip: For great service head to stalis, Malia

 speedy86 Says:  If you want to have a nice memorable meal you should try heading out of malia and head to the resort of stalis, this is connected to malia and you could walk, get the bus or a taxi for around 5 euros. As it is centred more towards the family there are much nicer restaurants... 

Nightlife  

Electra Bar - Crazy Bar: Crazy Bar, Malia

Electra Bar - Crazy Bar: Crazy Bar, Malia, Malia

 malianights Says:  Cheap drinks, cool atmosphere, friendly staff, lots of fun - elephant, bar dancing... 

Malia TV: Malia Nightlife Videos

Malia TV: Malia Nightlife Videos, Malia

 Nick77 Says:  Watch Malia Nightlife Videos from Club and Bars in Malia 

~ The Apollo Nightclub ~: ~ Nice Nightclub ~

~ The Apollo Nightclub ~: ~ Nice Nightclub ~, Malia

 Heavens-Mirror Says:  Apollo club is one of the most popular clubs in Malia. It plays mostly R & B music, garage and abit of dance.I liked this club the best out of the ones we went to, it was clean inside, pretty cheap booze and it was nice music.They have got a huge bar in the middle of the... 

Transportation  

Quads

Quads, Malia

 Josey-x Says:  Quads are easy to hire, and a reasonable price.. Although if anything goes wrong, new tyres are €50 and any other slight scratches can be charged to you at stupid amounts!! DO NOT RIDE DOWN THE STRIP AT NIGHT.. YOU WILL HAVE RANDOM DRUNK PEOPLE HANGING ON THE BACK AND TRYING... 

~ Quad Bikes for Hire ~

~ Quad Bikes for Hire ~, Malia

 Heavens-Mirror Says:  Quad bikes are available to hire allover Malia. It is one of the best ways to travel around the streets, we saw lots of people hiring them out. They are very cheap and there are hundreds of places to hire them out.Do shop around to get the best deal. Normally the prices are... 

Bus Service

Bus Service, Malia

 tomellmes Says:  The bus service that runs to and from Malia is cheap and very reliable. 

Shopping  

~ Everything 1.50 Euros or Less ~: ~ Bargain Shop ~

~ Everything 1.50 Euros or Less ~: ~ Bargain Shop ~, Malia

 Heavens-Mirror Says:  This shop is located on the main strip on Beach Road. It is quite a big shop and sells almost anything you can think of.It has some great little bargains that can be gifts for family and friends and sovenirs to take home. They sell things from photo frames, picture holders,... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Women and children after anything you have!

Women and children after anything you have!, Malia

 speedy86 Says:  You have to be careful here, the "cute" little kids dance and laugh with you but as soon as your guard is down you will loose your belongings! My bag was under the table in a restuarant and next thing it was being carried up the strip but one of the kids. Police knew what... 

Quad Bikes/ Motor Bikes

Quad Bikes/ Motor Bikes, Malia

 Leigh_Babe Says:  You cant miss the quads and bikes flying up the road (Along with the buses that take the whole road up!) Anyway apart from the obvious- dont get knocked down or fall off- these are a bit of a con as one little scratch or crack and you'll get charged HUGE prices to compensate... 

Women on the hunt

Women on the hunt, Malia

 Leigh_Babe Says:  After darkness you will find the main road/ fork absolutely crawling with these women and children selling things and trying to get money off you. Be firm and dont fall for the cute wee kids. Big Warning- If you or any of your pals are really really drunk do not let them... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Knossos Palace (Ruins)

Knossos Palace (Ruins), Malia

 tomellmes Says:  Knossos was undeniably the capital of Minoan Crete. It is grander, more complex, and more flamboyant than any of the other palaces known to us, and it is located about twenty minutes south of the modern port town of Iraklio.Knossos was inhabited for several thousand years,... 

The Palace Of Malia (Ruins)

The Palace Of Malia (Ruins), Malia

 tomellmes Says:  The palace found at Malia is the third largest palace of Minoan Crete after Knossos and Phaistos. It occupies 7500 square meters at the edge of a fertile valley near Hersonissos in Northern Crete. The palace's proximity to the sea was obviously important in the development... 

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Q:  Hi, has anyone stayed in the San Giorgio Apartments in Malia? If so, I would like to hear from you and what you thought of them.... 

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A: Jules, Have you heard anything about the san giorgio apartments? Me and some mates are looking to go there this summer maybe, do you know anything about it... 

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 I went to the busy and excited resort of Malia in Crete, Greece. It is a fun packed, busy, noisy, crowded but cool place to go for anyone looking for a reasonably lively holiday with everything on... 

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 With some of the hottest nightlife on the island this is really a place for the young free and single, the Beach Road area has no shortage of restaurants, bars and clubs, and is the best place on the... 

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 There are many aspects to Malia. You have the loud British-youth-orientated 'Beach Road' which runs from the Beach (funnily enough!) to the National Highway, which is packed with English (and Irish)... 

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