8 independent reviews for Painting Holiday in Crete
Reviews for Painting Holiday in Crete
Elizabeth Tucker review 25 Oct 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Gradually developing my drawing and painting skills over the week.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
If you would like a relaxed informal painting holiday with a bit of sightseeing thrown in, then I think you would really enjoy this holiday. For people looking for more formal teaching (which I wasn't) then perhaps this would not be such a good fit for you. And bring insect repellent for the biting flies in the afternoon!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We stayed in a hotel run by a local family and ate in tavernas run by locals. I don't think our holiday had much of an environmental impact, but I can't think of specific instances of reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
I had a lovely week and really enjoyed it . Camille who was leading the group was a great and collegiate team leader, and took us to a wide variety of locations to paint. She was also very helpful at giving me useful tips to improve my painting. I would definitely recommend this holiday.Carol Hill review 12 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Great accommodation. Perfect itinerary to meet my needs and expectations2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
If you want a great combined experience of Crete, art and painting then this is for you3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Very enjoyable and well arrangedGeoff Hayward review 21 May 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The whole thing was memorable. I enjoyed the painting. I met nice people. The area was lovely and the locals friendly.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Next time I will take a light, portable easel. These are the things you figure out during your stay.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We used the local shops and Taverna. We used public transport and we left no litter. We were respectful of the environment.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Totally enjoyed it. I would do it again for sure. The Hotel was great too.Margaret Baker review 21 May 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The walks with our host Iakovos. His knowledge of Cretan history was truly educational. Painting en plein air with Camille was a new adventure for me. Camille has oddles of patience had guided us to just the right locations.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
I was able to walk and paint, but make sure you use the time between the two activities to sample local culture.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes I did. The hotel was a local family business as were the restaurants we went to. These were pointed out to us by our hosts. We used local transport which was reliable. Iakovos was able to contact local bus company to check buses were running in the day. Remarkably achievement!!!4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent. Fulfilled all my objectives. Loved it, will definitely be going back.Vickii Davison review 16 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
We had a number of memorable times on the Painting Holiday in Crete, a number stood out. These included the the visit to the museum in Kissamos, the egg tempera session and the session to the olive grove with 1000 year old Olive Trees.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Come expecting a relaxed, happy workshop, in a beautiful part of Crete.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, we dined in local restaurants, and used local facilities such as taxis and buses.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Our holiday was memorable mainly because of the attention our two hosts gave us. Both Camille and Iakovos both went out of their way to ensure that we were looked after. Camille was sensitive to our needs and the program was flexible enough to change according to the weather etc. The accommodation was terrific and in a great position.John Jones review 16 Oct 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Walking and painting.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
It was a great holiday. I would recommend it.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I did.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Barbara Lynch review 1 Jul 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Sharing experiences like painting with new people and doing it plein air.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Enjoy the experience wherever it takes you. There’s so much to see and paint from vast landscapes to a simple caper flower under the guidance of Camille an experienced arts facilitator.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, having an organised painting holiday outside touristy areas while staying and eating locally benefits a small community.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent care and attention by Camille who brought us to various interesting locations for painting along with Lakovos who quided us on archaeological sites. They couldn’t do enough.Vicky Rogers review 30 Jun 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
It was lovely to meet up on the first evening in a local taverna. Each day was a delight as it involved something different.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Take your materials with you.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Each day was spent locally so hardly any travel.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
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