Blue Beach is on the north west of the Akrotiri peninsula of Crete, where the Mediterranean meets the Ionian Sea. The scenery here is so spectacular that it was used as the location for filming "Zorba the Greek". Today, it is still wonderfully unspoiled; an area of natural beauty and tranquility, yet only nine miles from Chania (pronounced, and sometimes spelt Hania) and the beautiful old Venetian port. You can catch a bus into Chania or, if you prefer, Manolis, your host, offers excellent rates for car hire, so that you can explore the beauty of Crete yourself.

A few words about the film "Zorba the Greek"
Director: Michael Cacoyannis
Cast: Anthony Quinn, Alan Bates, Irene Papas, Lila Kedrova, George Foundas

A unique, colourful adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis' novel, which captures life in an isolated Greek village. Academy Award Nominations: 7, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor--Anthony Quinn, Best (Adapted) Screenplay. Academy Awards: 3, including Best Supporting Actress--Lila Kedrova.

Anthony Quinn & Alan Bates in the film
 "Zorba the Greek" at Stavros, Akrotiri