Themed musical parties and wine festival series not to be missed are on Fodele Beach’s calendar this year
On the lookout for your annual summer family holiday but don’t feel like splurging? The all-inclusive Fodele Beach resort in Crete is again making waves with an unparalleled lineup summer activities and entertainment, with excellent family room rates starting from £279/night. From dopaminergic pool parties to authentic Cretan experiences, this premier holiday destination is poised to become the epicentre of unforgettable summer memories.
As summer kicks into high gear, Fodele Beach sets the season off with an exciting lineup of exclusive events and cultural experiences. August kicked off with a Beer Festival to celebrate International Beer Day. Later in the month, the resort will be hosting a pulsating White Party, featuring energetic house and techno rhythms by our talented DJs alongside fireworks shows and face painting stations for a complete summer fiesta experience, inviting travellers to don their finest attire and dance the night away under the stars to the tunes of vibrant live music. A perfect transition into the night after a day of splashing about at the resort’s world-class waterpark, which houses seven thrilling waterslides and serpentine tunnels.
The excitement continues into late summer. In September, hotel guests can look forward to a tropical beach party with a tiki theme, featuring a delectable food buffet and lots of dancing. Wine enthusiasts will be delighted to find out that local wineries and distilleries will be hosting several rounds of winetasting around the resort’s collection of restaurants, where diners can sample famous local wine varieties harvested from vineyards dotting the island. Details will be available in the few weeks to come, so stay tuned!
Throughout the season, traditional Greek folklore music and dance performances will take place every Monday, immersing guests in the region’s rich heritage in music and performance. Greek dancing is known for being lively and expressive. Skilled dancers parole the resort to showcase a variety of dancing styles, from the spirited sirtaki with its distinctive rapid footwork to the graceful, synchronised steps of the Zorbas dance.
As the weather cools, Fodele Beach will round out the year with an Oktoberfest festival, celebrating the flavours and traditions of Autumn. The Head Chef will curate unique culinary menus featuring authentic German dishes and beverages, with Bavarian music and creative elements to compliment heart dining offerings.
Beyond these seasonal highlights, guests can immerse themselves in a variety of shows and acrobatic pirate performances curated by the resort’s animation team, with jaw-dropping moves that will make the room cheer! There is also no shortage of watersports and land sports to do on-site, ranging from snorkelling and canoeing at sea to beach volleyball.
Just a mere half an hour drive away from Crete Heraklion Airport, Fodele Beach is an adventure playground that welcomes each and every traveller, but especially thrill-seekers and families with curious toddlers! Boasting seven bars and dining outlets, a world-class waterpark, and newly renovated accommodations and common areas, the resort promises a truly rejuvenating, high-octane holiday.
For those staying for longer and have time to explore more of Crete, a number of other musical festivals are also set to take place elsewhere on the island, including the annual Over the Wall Festival from 23-24 August, and Rethymno Rocks from 29-31 August, to keep the flow of music going.
A 5 night stay for 2 2 children on all-inclusive basis from £1,588. Limited dates available before the resort closes at the end of October. Book direct at fodelebeach.gr to enjoy the best rates with booking perks and benefits.