Crete, Greece

Balos Lagoon

At Crete's north-western horn, Balos is a lagoon of white and pink sand pooling between the mainland and the rocky islet of Gramvousa, shading through every blue in the paintbox.

Best forBeach
Approx. flying time~14h 05m from Los Angeles
Nearest airportSouda (CHQ)

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About this place

Day boats run from Kissamos, but driving the rough track and walking the final twenty minutes gets you there before them — and the view from the path is the one on all the postcards. Wear proper shoes and carry water; there's little shade below.

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