Creative Arts in Crete

'There is a deep connection among human beings,
all we have to do is open our minds to it' (Yanni)

Despite modest growth over the last 25 years to the present 50-60 buildings, the magical ambience is still retained by the almost overpowering beauty of its natural setting. Other than two or three mid- range hotels, accommodation is 'Greek Island style'; simple, clean, and pleasant. The very reasonably priced food at the various tavernas is of a high standard. Two or three shops cater for basic requirements, and there are couple of quiet bars for late nighters. As connoisseurs of Loutro seem to agree, it is also great when doing nothing , 2-3 days before or after the course should be set aside for this purpose.

Getting to Loutro is a three stage affair
1. Flights	Charter Flights (£175-£250) from various cities in the UK, go direct to the nearest airport, Chania, or to Iraklion. Mostly on Tuesdays (daytime) and Fridays (evenings).
	Scheduled Flights (£210-£350) go via Athens, before an internal flight to Crete.
2. Transfer to Sfakia	From Chania Airport Taxi - E55 - E65 1¼hours	From Iraklion Airport Taxi - E95 - E105 2¼hours
	Bus - E5 - E10 3 hours Last Bus 14:00	Bus - E10 - E15* 5 hours Last Bus 12:30
3. Boat to Loutro	10:20 - 12:30 - 16:45 - 18:45 30 minutes - E3.0
* all Iraklion to Sfakia buses change at Vrises (see map)

Getting to Loutro is a three stage affair. Charter flights from various cities in the UK, fly direct to Chania, the nearest airport, or Iraklion. All scheduled flights go via Athens, before an internal flight to Crete. If requested, we can generate a flight proposal.

Depending on the time of arrival, charter flights will normally allow the journey to be completed in one day. However, as there are no direct scheduled international flights into Crete (they are all routed through Athens), it is more difficult to get through to Loutro on scheduled services in one day. An overnight pension in Hora Sfakion may be required, after which you can take the next morning's ferry onwards to Loutro. Those using scheduled services may need to start their journeys on Mondays at the latest returning not before the following Monday, the day after the workshop terminates.

For a small fee, £12.50 World Spirit can research flight options for you and arrange your taxi transfers in Crete.

Accommodation - E25 (budget) or E30-35 (standard) per night.
Upon course reservation, World Spirit books a room for you, changeable on site by arrangement. For personal privacy and individual 'creative space' all clients are spread around the village in different houses, in separate 'Greek Island style rooms', simply appointed with sea view balconies and en suite bathrooms.

You book and pay for your own flight and pay for transfers, accommodation and food on-site.
We 'service' your travel arrangements beginning with checking your flight and transfer details - proposing better or more cost effective routings where appropriate. Upon receipt of a confirmed flight reservation, we will then reserve accommodation for you on a best available basis. At the same time, a £25 deposit (non-refundable) will need to be placed.

Etc -A gift shop and a couple of mini-markets provide basic commodities and change cash, but not credit cards. Mobile phones work in most of Loutro, but regrettably, the steep inclines and steps around the village are not appropriate for wheelchair use. Numerous tavernas offer good quality food at reasonable prices, and a stylish bar with laid back music offers a mellow starlit nightlife

Travel Insurance

We cannot be held responsible for any accidents that may occur and all participants are required to be covered by full travel insurance. Unfortunately, the rugged environment is not suitable for people using wheelchairs.