The Bay of Balos and its lagoon at the northern tip of the peninsula of Gramvousa are quickly following in the footsteps of Elafonisi and Falasarna as places that you must visit when in Crete. No surprise when you see the idyllic photos of the turquoise sea fringed by white sand.
As in Elafonisi, its popularity is also bringing in its own problems: too many visitors spoil the place. If you mind, there are ways to avoid the crowds and if you don’t mind, then by all means, go and visit Balos, it’s well worth it.