Ruscus aculeatus is an evergreen shrub that originates in North Africa. The plant is quite common in the Mediterranean basin but not so very common on Crete. It is also the only Ruscus variety known to grow on the island. The plant flowers from January to April and it bears…
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Magical Crete and the Magical Mystery Tours
A good few years ago, while working as a guide in the Creten tourist industry, I realised that there was something fundamentally wrong with the industry as a whole. The malaise was only to obvious, but I couldn’t put my finger on its exact cause or nature. As a guide…
Attire and equipment
A hat is a hat, is a hat, or is it?
Headgear often serves as head protection, but it also often reflects the wearer’s sensibility to fashion or it is purely symbolic and indicates the office or rank of the wearer in various ceremonies and official gatherings. We, at Magical Crete like to spend as much time as possible outdoors, so functional, protective…
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The dangers of heat and outdoor activity
The danger from heat and outdoor activity in hot weather is unfortunately still severely underestimated by the vast majority of people. In 2024 the first heat wave hit earlier than it normally would, and at the time of writing we already mourn the death of 8 hikers nationwide, 3 of which died in Crete. This post gives you valuable information to help make your day out safer for you.
Here are a few tips that could save your life if you get in trouble:
The Power of Creativity
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How to Build Healthy Habits That Stick
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The Benefits of a Morning Routine
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Creating The Perfect Bowl Made Simple
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Lessons Learned from Traveling Solo
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Why I Choose to Live a Minimalist Lifestyle
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