My number one place
Koutouloufari,
my happy place
"Some destinations you visit once. Koutouloufari is the kind of place that quietly becomes a part of you, and every summer something pulls you back."
Tucked up on the hillside above the north coast of Crete, the small village of Koutouloufari is my absolute number one destination on the island, and honestly, in all of Greece. It has everything I need: peace, warmth, genuine Greek character, and within easy reach, all the variety and fun you could want.
I've lost count of how many times I've returned. Every trip adds another layer to my love for this part of Crete, a new taverna discovered down a side street, a favourite bus route, a sunset view from the terrace.
The village at night has a magic of its own. Cobbled squares glow golden, the smell of grilled meat drifts from open kitchens, and life moves at exactly the right pace.
