He thought he had uncovered the palace of the mythical Crete King Minos ... Whether an actual king or queen sat in the throne room is a matter of debate among archaeologists.

It would not be an exaggeration to call Agapi Sbokou the "Queen of Crete." But instead of the title ... with Town & Country to discuss The Blue Palace, perhaps the crown jewel of her company's ...

The 'Dolphin Fresco,' which adorned the 'Queen's Apartments ... to the ground. The palace of Knossos was the political, economic, and cultural center of Minoan Crete. The collapse is attributed ...

At day’s end on the north-east edge of Crete, the sun slips fast behind the escarpment, but dusk seems to last forever. And no matter where you are at Phāea Blue Palace, you’re immersed in ...

The female-led hospitality brand Phaea is poised to reopen the Blue Palace on Crete as a boutique hotel with 47 rooms and one villa. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Phaea Blue Palace Female-led ...

My first visit to Greece's largest island, Crete, was at the start of the summer ... battle for food at the breakfast buffet at the Blue Palace Resort & Spa. The hotel offers an oasis of calm ...

Nestled in Elounda (a small town on the Greek island of Crete) along the Mediterranean Sea, Blue Palace boasts an array of activities that cater to sun-worshippers, honeymooners and fitness buffs.

everyone from Rihanna to Lady Gaga has visited Blue Palace. The grand hotel mixes classical references with minimalist décor to elegant effect, with its own private beach to boot. What’s the aesthetic ...