Magma Jewellery & Lyttos Beach

Magma Collection

Welcome to our jewellery stores in the Hotels, Anissa Beach & Lyttos Beach on the island of Crete in Greece!

Isn't she beautiful?

The Properties of Semi-precious Stones


The magic power of the stones has been known since ancient times. Our ancestors were quite involved in using all sorts of talismans and amulets, inlaid with precious and semi-precious stones. They believed that the power of minerals can be transmitted to Humans and it was actually true.


Agate can be of various shapes and colour, giving its owner peace of mind and courage. Aventurine green mineral, resembling an emerald, brings mischief, enhances ones imagination and normalizes the nervous system.

Foteini & Magma Shop: Beautiful, sexy, class and elegance. A  powerful combination!

Aquamarine is an adorable and beautiful stone that is not only an ornament, but prevents trouble and protects one from intrigue. It should be worn by spouses who are having realationship problems. A Diamond gives courage and strength, it makes you invincible. Alexandrite gemstone with dual colour, green by day and red or purple by night. Beneficial for people with neurological disorders. Amethyst is dramatic, beautiful landscape stone. Helps with drug addiction, alcholism and improves ones memory and concentration. Beryl stone, for sages and philosophers, adjusts ones mood to the desired one and increases concentration. Turquoise mineral, brings happiness and peace. A turquoise talisman will help you avoid quarrels and conflicts. Jet black matte, represents night, most probably that is why it is often used by sorcerers and fortune-tellers.

Doksa to 8eo!/Glory be to God!

Rock Crystal is a clear mineral provides consistancy in life. Garnet in colour this stone resembles blood, it makes your face glow and normalizes gastrointestinal tract funtioning. Jadeite Mexican cult charm, used in Indian ceremonies. Emerald stone for winning and bravery, among other things reveals the ability of clairvoyance. Coral causes damage to demons and makes you fearless, if you wear the stone of organic origin. Cat's Eye indicates by it's name that it is intended for protection against the evil eye. Lapis symbolizes immortality and solar energy. Malachite is useful as a health stone, helps for asthma, rheumatism and heart disease. Rose quartz is another stone that renders good health, providing longevity without diseases or health problems.

Foteini in front of Magma, Lyttos Beach.

Rubies are for great people, it increases desire and improves self-confidence. The dark blue mineral, Sapphire, is for meditation; it develops super-powers and is used for spiritual purification. Carnelian stone safegaurds against death, disease, the evil eye and ensures well-being, happiness and joy at home. Obsidian mineral bestows strength and energy. Onyx is a stone for leaders, it's magical properties have been known since antiquity. Kings and Chiefs have always found onyx charming. Opal is good for dreams and is used by visionaries and protects from harsh realities. Topaz strengthens friendship and improves ones material condition if worn as an amulet, it is a beautiful stone. Tourmaline mineral is for youth and life-giving force, which prolongs life and enhances beauty.

Irene bought this Cross as a gift for her mother, it's  inlaid with amber. The  colour  of the  rare Cherry Amber in the lower part of the Cross is especially beautiful.

Zircon removes unecessary doubts, anguish and gives indestructible self-esteem and confidence. Citrine is Lemon Yellow, the best charm for honest and decent people. Peridot for family relationships that are not going well. A hand decorated by rings made of spinel is lucky and bestows wealth and success. Amber represents the sun and gives physical beauty, health, love and peace of mind. 
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Lytttos Beach


On one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, Crete and within a 20 kilometer distance from the airport of Iraklion, a heavenly garden awaits for you in Hersonissos. In the famous holiday destination of Hersonissos, the hotel can easily be compared to a heavenly scenery.


(Here are some pics that I took at Lyttos Beach today.)

Not bad for a smoker's corner (Lyttos Beach).

Just 5 km from the town, hidden amongst vast, colourful gardens, in an area of 150 acres of palm trees and flowers leading to a 350 meter fully-organized, sandy beach, Lyttos Beach  is unlike any other hotel in the island. Its 347 rooms sea or garden view (double rooms, quadruple rooms, family rooms and suites), four swimming pools (one of Olympic size), two restaurants and three bars decorate this large area, leaving enough space for 15 tennis courts, a mini football pitch and a basketball court.

Lyttos Beach welcomes you!

Just 5 km away from the hotel, golfers can enjoy the most exciting 18-hole golf courts in the island, with magnificent views to the multi-colored Cretan mountains. Lyttos Beach is a mosaic created by sun, sea, sand, mountains, athleticism, fun and games, relaxation, fine International & Greek cuisine and friendly atmosphere.

Just a random shot.

Enjoy and smell the essence of the flowers and the light breeze from the sea right from your room. Lose yourself in the endless deep blue, get pleasure from the sea views and the harmony of the nature that surrounds your suite, double or family room. All types of accommodation include:

• Balcony or terrace
• Fridge
• TV-set
• Direct telephone
• Bath or shower
• Safe (free of charge)
• Air-condition (free of charge)

Impressive Palm Trees!

Hersonissos

One of the most celebrated holiday destinations, Hersonnisos has made a name for itself. Countless cafes, shops and restaurants create a unique cosmopolitan mosaic! In the evening,  the centre is transformed to a lively and vivid area  with bars and clubs. The old village of Hersonissos as well as the villages of Koutouloufari and Episkopiano over panoramic views of the harbor of Hersonissos  Situated in a strategic place, the hotel is just 5 km away from Hersonissos’ centre,  close to the larger cities of the island and it can serve as a starting point to excursions regardless of the destination.

Hollywood Western scene?... It's amazing what you'll find walking around Lyttos Beach.

 Heraklion

Driving 25 km west of Hersonissos, one finds the capital city of the island, Heraklion. Little coastal towns and villages are waiting to be explored while driving the national roads along the sea-coast towards Heraklion. This modern city combines museums, Venetian and ancient monuments, busy shops and little squares full with cafes and restaurants.  The Venetian Fortress of Koules imposes with its presence the harbor of Heraklion.  For those guests wishing to visit the largest ancient palace of the Minoan Era, Knossos of King Minos is just a short drive by car or bus from the city centre.

Very charming Restaurant.

 Lassithi Plateau

For those guests that want to combine sea and mountain, the Lassithi Plateau is also easily reachable from the hotel. At an altitude of 800 meters, the Plateau covers an area of 25 kilometers.  The traditional, picturesque little villages and taverns together with stone windmills that are spread all around it create a unique scenery. The local taverns serve traditional delicacies created from locally grown ingredients are waiting to be explored. The inhabitants of the area are famous for their hospitality and friendliness.   The myth has it that in the preserved Cave of Dikteon Antron Zeus was born.

Opens the appetite.

How to reach Lyttos Beach Hotel:

http://www.lyttosbeach.gr/how-to-reach-hersonissos-crete.aspx

Just a few more pics to go, please bear with me... :-)

That's what I call a grand-sized swimming pool!

These massive slides are surely the highlight of this Hotel.

A beatiful place to relax in.

Restaurant with a view.

That's all for now, I hope that you enjoyed the pics and info of Magma Jewellery & Lyttos Beach, a trully winning combination for the discerning customer and traveller. Take care. Greetings! :-)

http://www.lyttosbeach.gr/home.aspx

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Rent a car in Crete at rock bottom prices!

Rent a car in Crete at rock bottom prices!

Anna Cars and a day on the beach in Anissaras! :-)


At Anna Cars you can rent a Daewoo Matiz or a Fiat Panda for the day and it will only cost you Euros 35!!! That includes everything, even insurance and the cars are in excellent condition, they actually look like new and have everything one needs for a comfortable and safe drive, exploring the magical sights of Crete.

Here are some photos that we took at Anna Cars and subsequently had a great time on the beach, here in Anissaras. Enjoy!

Mr. John of Anna Cars.

Welcome to ANNA CARS. Welcome to our beautiful island, Crete.

Being in business since 1984 our main aim is to ensure you a stress-free rental experience by providing a variety of cars with features you need for safety and comfort.

The company owns more than 280 of the latest car models.

Anna Cars.

We are proud to offer you the best insurance, working together with Greek and European Insurance companies, special rental rates starting from € 17  daily and excellent services designed to win customer's loyalty.

We are sure that you will meet your expectations. Our dedications guarantees real service.

ANNA CARS rental is interested in cooperating with Tourist and Travel Agencies. For more information please contact us.

Many thanks for visiting our website and we hope to hear from you soon.

Yours sincerely,
ANNA CARS

Kokkini Hani - Heraklion - Anissara - Hersonissos - Crete - Greece

Kostas Anifantakis

TEL. : +30  6977 470121  +30 2810 762019

Enjoying a Greek Coffee.

Founded in December 1984, Anna Cars has prospered by concentrating on offering quality car rental services at exceptionally low rates.

The car rental company Anna Cars, offers organized servicing and gives you the chance to explore the whole island of Crete, in a safe, comfortable and qualitative manner.

In order to suit every demand, every year we add a wide variety of modern and maintained models to our fleet like mini bus, air-conditioned cars and open jeeps.

The car is delivered in a destination chosen by our client -airport, port, hotel, residence or work place- by a company employee who will answer any question the client may have.

In the 21 years of operation, Anna Cars has provided service to more than 100.000 clients, a fact that places the company at the top of the list of the car-rental business. This is not only due to the quality of the services provided, but it is a result of offering high quality services at competitive and affordable prices.             

Thank you for your interest in Anna Cars - Car Rental Services in Crete!

Mr. John, his wife in the background, customers & Foteini enjoying her Greek coffee.

Anna Cars - Rent a Car in Crete
Kokkini Hani - Tel: +30 2810 762019, Fax: +30 2810 762050
Annisara Hersonissos - Tel: +30 28970 24944, +30 28970 24945 
Heraklion - 73 Meletioy Piga St. Tel: + 30 2810 237418 info@annacars.gr 
Crete Hotels

Mr. John & Foteini with the Quad bikes

Crete - Greece (taken from Anna Cars website)

Crete is the largest island of Greece and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean. A mountainous island, it lies south of the Aegean Sea, a link between Europe, Africa and Asia. This geographical position, being at the junction of major civilizations and cultural currents, influenced its history throughout the past 5000 years.

Crete has an elongated shape, 260 km long from east to west and between 15 and 60 km wide. The coastline is over 1000 km long and consists of both sandy beaches and rocky shores. The high mountains are a characteristic of the Cretan landscape. They form three mountain complexes, each with its own personality. Between the ranges lie semi-mountainous zones which cover the greater part of the island. There are also a few low lying plains as well as a number of high plateaus.

Crete has about 600.000 inhabitants, of which over a third live in the towns of Heraklion, Hania and Rethymnon. The rest of the island is sparsely populated, with large tracts of mountainous areas frequented only by shepherds.

Crete has become a very popular holiday destination for northern Europeans. The current number of visitors per year is around 3 million. Most of them arrive by charter to Heraklion or Hania airport.

Traveling eastwards you can visit the anciend ruins of the town Gournia, the most southern town in Europe, Ierapetra and Agios Nikolaos  with it's pretty harbour and seafront cafeterias. A visit to the monastery of Toplou is on the way just before arriving at Vai beach with it's crystal clear waters and palm fringed beach.

Everyone should visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos. It was excavated and reconstructed by Sir Arthur Evans. It was a political, religious and economical center while the rest of Europe was still uncivilized. The Palace was an intricate,multi-storeyed structure and it's labyrinh is said to be where Thesaus slew the Minotaur.

Heading south, through the Messara plain you will pass through Gortys leading to Phaestos Palace, the second largest Minoan Palace. Further south is the town of Matala, on the Libyan Sea, an ideal spot for lunch and a swim. 

If you decide to travel high up into the Cretan mountains you'll pass Kera Monastery and the Gateway to the Plateau on your way. pectacular scenery awaits you traveling through traditinal Cretan villages brings us to the Dikti Gave and Zeus birth place.

The beautiful wild and rugged landscape of the west is a complete contrast to the east. You can visit Arkadi Monastery, Rethymnon, with it's Turkish and Venetian influence and Chania with it's leather market and Venctian harbour. Also there are the cemetries of Souda and Maleme. 

http://www.annacars.gr/index.asp?pageid=76&langid=en

It's perfect!

The beach of Anissaras, a sandy beach close to the popular and well developed tourist resort of Kato Gouves, is found 20 kilometres far from Heraklion at the East. Open to the Cretan Sea, the beach is affected by the northern winds. The seabed is partly rocky, which makes it suitable for snorkelling.

Enjoying the sea, sand & sun!

Well organised, close enough to Heraklion and the tourist resorts of Kato Gouves and Chani Kokkini, the beach covers all the needs of the visitors in accommodation and food and drink. Facilities for swimming and sunbathing (sunbeds, umbrellas ) and sea sports are also available.

The end of the beach is much less crowded, so if you like being isolated, you may find the place it fits you at this part of the beach.

Access from Heraklion is possible by public bus, running regularly, taxi from Heraklion and rented and private car and motorbikes.

http://www.greekhotel.com/crete/heraklion/anissaras/beach/home.htm

Crete is a beautiful place!

On holiday but what will the weather be like in Anissaras?
Here you will find the 14 day weather forecast for Anissaras.


http://www.zoover.co.uk/greece/crete/anissaras/weather

She's lovely!

It's a small village just 3 Km from lively Hersonissoswith beautiful sandy beaches.

http://www.ellada.net/crete-info/sightseeing/heraklio.php?pid=4

Okay then I'll leave it at that for now, don't forget to rent your car from Anna Cars and to swim in the crystal clear waters of the sea at Anissaras! Take care. Bye now! :-)

http://www.annacars.gr/index.asp?pageid=80&langid=en

World's Best Place to Visit: Crete | U.S. News Travel

World's Best Place to Visit: Crete | U.S. News Travel

World's Best Places to Visit

Sometimes, when the travel bug strikes, the only cure is to pack your bags and go. But where to? We've compiled a list of our favorite spots from across the globe. Our list includes the most popular places and we're adding new destinations all the time, so don't worry if your favorite spot didn't make the cut. Check back soon to see if your dream vacation makes the list. (for obvious reasons, we'll only deal with Crete here :-)

Sitia Promenade

Fortunately, Sitia remains under the radar from developers and crowds of tourists.

Crete Travel Tips

If there was one word to describe the Greek island of Crete, it would be "diverse." Sandy beaches hide amongst soaring mountains, palm-tree forests grow in the middle of sprawling plains, bustling modern cities share coastline with ancient ruins. And speaking of cities -- in Crete they reflect the people that came before; the streets are lined with architecture mirroring the styles of the Minoans, the Venetians, the Ottomans as well as contemporary Greeks. Despite the visible contrasts, this island maintains a sense of unity felt whenever you step onto the street, dine at a local taverna or enjoy a glass of raki at a sidewalk café.

Crete's experiences are as assorted as its history, so take some time to decide what type of vacation you're looking to have before you set anything in stone. For a more urban setting and a variety of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, consider staying along the northern coast in Chania or Heraklion. Those who prefer the great outdoors should head to the southern areas of Chania and Rethymnon for the hiking opportunities and many beautiful beaches.

Plakias, Crete

http://travel.usnews.com/Crete_Greece/Travel_Tips/