Caramel
Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno, Greece

Caramel feels more intimate than Crete's sprawling resort complexes, with gardens, a central pool and a deliberately glamorous decorative style. At Adelianos Kampos, its accommodation ranges from suites and bungalows to larger villas, allowing couples and families to choose different ways of staying. Rethymno's old town supplies a rewarding change of scene. Treat the beach as part of the setting rather than assuming effortless sandy entry: the shoreline includes pebbles and rocky areas.