Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort

Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort will be the conference venue and the official PETRA 2024 hotel. The number of rooms with special reduced rate are limited and will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Please book your hotel room soon. If not booked in time, participants will have to find rooms at nearby hotels.

^* Half board rates include (breakfast/lunch on conference days and breakfast/dinner for other days).
  Taxes: VAT and Municipality tax are included in above rates.
  Overnight tax of € 4 per room per night is not included in above rates and should be paid by guests on arrival at the hotel.

If you are a registered PETRA 2024 participant and are staying in the conference venue hotel (Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort), then please use the above link to make reservations for half-board prices.

• During the conference dates (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday), your breakfast, lunch and dinner are included with the room (for all room occupants).
• If you are staying at a different hotel, then you will need to pay separately (€ 20) for lunch during the conference if you wish to eat at the conference hotel.

For more information, please visit the hotel's website or visit our page on Crete and its attractions.

How to get to Crete

By Airplane
Crete is easily accessible by air, with daily flights from Athens taking approximately 1 hour. Airlines servicing this route include Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, and other carriers. Numerous direct charter flights also connect Crete to many European cities. The airports of Heraklion and Chania are well connected to the respective city centers by buses, taxis, and rental cars.

By Ferry Boat
Several ferry services operate between Crete and the Greek mainland, providing another option for reaching the island. Companies like Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries, and Anek Lines offer routes from Piraeus to Heraklion and Chania. From the ports, visitors can utilize local buses, taxis, or rental vehicles to reach their final destinations.

Exploring Crete:
Once on the island, visitors can explore Crete's multifaceted beauty through car rentals, local buses, or organized tours. Whether you are passionate about history, nature, or cuisine, Crete offers an array of experiences catering to a variety of preferences.

For more in-depth information on traveling to this stunning island, explore the detailed article on “How to Reach Crete,” where you can find extensive advice and tips on flight options, ferry services, local transport, and much more, ensuring a seamless journey to this enchanting Greek paradise.