EBOOK + APP
€22
€29,98
- ✓E-book (104 pages of practical insights)
- ✓PWA app with navigation
- ✓7 ready-to-go routes for 7 days
- ✓Audio guide & map
- ✓Bonus: Santorini guide
- ✓You save €8 with the bundle
Explore Crete smarter, on your own
Three options, one goal: explore West Crete with confidence and zero stress.
Since 2018 · hundreds of travelers · original routes
Gain peace of mind, save time and money
- ✓ Zero searching: A ready-made plan instead of hours online.
- ✓ Zero wandering: Proven routes and parking tips on your phone.
- ✓ Quick payback: The guide often pays for itself on the first day.
APP: Crete Guide By PINK SAND
€16,99
- ✓7 ready-to-go routes for 7 days (Navigation)
- ✓Interactive map & audio guide
- ✓Recommended taverns and parking spots
- ✓Your digital travel memory journal
WEST CRETE BY CAR EBOOK
€12,99
- ✓104 pages of practical insights (PDF)
- ✓7 ready-to-go routes for 7 days
- ✓80+ Google Maps links
- ✓160 original photos
- ✓BONUS: Santorini on your own (1-day plan)
Not sure what to choose? Below you'll see exactly what each option includes — and at the end, why the bundle gives you the most.
Expert knowledge from PINK SAND Crete. Since 2018, we have organized tours across West Crete. Our guides combine original photography, proven routes, and real experience gathered from working with hundreds of travelers.
Reviews · Google
What do travelers say about Kretek and the e‑book?
Selected reviews about the app, e‑book, and our knowledge of West Crete.
★★★★★
“A holiday miracle!” The Kretek app was spot on. We explored western Crete by car and thanks to these routes we never felt stressed about traffic jams or getting lost on strange roads. I recommend it to anyone who doesn't want to be just a “coach tourist”.
★★★★★
“Amazing help planning our Crete trip! The Kretek app is spot on, especially the premium routes. It saved us tons of time browsing forums.”
★★★★★
“Like having a local guide in your pocket.” A really nice approach to sightseeing. The app holds your hand, tells you where to park, where to eat and what to skip. The e-book perfectly complements your knowledge of the island. Thanks to you, these holidays were so much more peaceful.
★★★★★
“Great Kretek app! The routes are superbly designed with interesting stops. Together with the e-book, it's a fantastic set. Highly recommended.”
★★★★★
“A must-have in Crete!” If you're planning to rent a car, don't go without this set (app + e-book). You can tell the authors checked everything themselves — every point on the map is logistically nailed down. After the free Elafonisi route we bought the rest straight away!
★★★★★
“We tested the Kretek app in Chania — absolutely spot on. Intuitive, smooth interface with great attention to detail. A premium product from people who truly know the island.”
★★★★★
“We completed 5 routes and visited every stop! Everything is described in detail and works perfectly. Love the memories feature — I made a travel diary from our Chania trip.”
★★★★★
“Kretek app is great! Everything works beautifully. The trip was a success — Loutro is stunning.”
★★★★★
“I recommend Pink Sand Crete tours — a wonderful adventure, stunning Elafonisi beach, Agia Sofia cave, and new flavors at a tavern. Thank you for these amazing places!”
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E-book Details
What exactly do you get?
104
Pages
80+
Google Maps Pins
7
Ready-to-go Routes
160
Original Photos
A guide for those who want to discover the island at their own pace, with a proven plan that actually works.
E-book preview gallery
Swipe the thumbnails sideways. Tap a page to open a readable full-screen preview.
9 preview pages
Table of Contents — Included Routes
Tap to expand the full e-book plan.
Table of Contents — Included Routes
Tap to expand the full e-book plan.
Below you will find the full e-book plan with a short description of each route:
Elafonisi - pink sand and a natural lagoon (pp. 4-20)
Trip plan with stops, local food, and a lesser-known trail to the beach.
Loutro - a village reachable only on foot or by boat (pp. 21-31)
One of the most extraordinary places on the island. Access, trekking options, and water transport.
Balos and Gramvousa - wild beauty and pirate history (pp. 32-48)
How to organize the trip on your own, without overpaying and without stress.
Preveli, Rethymno, and Lake Kourna - three worlds in one day (pp. 49-55)
A blend of nature, city life, and relaxation. A ready-made day plan.
Theriso, Botanical Garden, Aptera - a mountain loop with history (pp. 56-64)
A lesser-known but highly rewarding route. Views, history, and local flavors.
Akrotiri Peninsula - cliffs, monasteries, and caves (pp. 65-73)
An ideal day for calm exploration and scenic viewpoints.
Chania - the heart of West Crete (pp. 74-81)
Explore the city from a local perspective, with viewpoints and delicious stops.
BONUS: Santorini - how to organize a 1-day trip from Crete on your own (pp. 82-102)
A detailed plan, prices, ferries, what to see, and how to do it wisely without a travel agency.
Format: PDF (Works offline on phone and tablet)
APP: Crete Guide by PINK SAND
Your Local Crete Guide in Your Pocket
APP Crete Guide by PINK SAND is not just dry facts. It is a passion we have shared personally since 2018, now packaged into your phone.
What is included in the free version?
Three features to start your journey right away - no card required.
Full Elafonisi Route (Free)
A complete step-by-step trip plan. No guesswork, just the magic.
Greek Feast Manual (Tawern Guide)
A guide to our favorite tavern. We show real dish photos and tell you what to order to eat like locals.
Digital Memory Journal
A unique way to preserve memories. You create photos and notes inside the app, building your own travel documentation - and you can easily share it with friends. Earn MANOLIS badges as you keep discovering West Crete.
Want more?
Discover PREMIUM
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7 original routes that avoid tourist traps.
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20 trusted taverns, where you eat like at a Greek mom's home.
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Audio guide: Tomek narrates local stories through your car speakers as you drive.
Mascot
MANOLIS watches over your safety and fun - our mascot that turns every route into an adventure!
How to install? It is simple!
The West Crete Premium Bundle
🛡️ Complete "Stress-Free Vacation" System
Plan your evening with the E-book, explore the next day with the App. The perfect synergy of local knowledge and technology.
Step 1
Planning (E-book)
In the evening, choose your route calmly, review the day variant, and build your plan without rush.
Step 2
Execution (App)
On route, launch navigation and live audio guidance so you explore smoothly without guessing.
Bundle benefits
- ✓ Time-saving: A ready-to-go system. No more hours wasted on travel blogs.
- ✓ Personal Audio Stories: Tomek tells you local legends and secrets through your car speakers as you drive.
- ✓ Santorini Bonus: Full day-trip guide in the E-book (and unlockable in the app).
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why is the app not in the App Store or Play Store? +
Crete Guide by PINK SAND is a modern next-generation web app. Instead of pushing you through the App Store or Play Store, downloading hundreds of megabytes, and dealing with constant updates, we chose speed and convenience.
Why is this better for you?
Storage savings: You do not clog up your phone memory (which matters when you already have hundreds of holiday photos!).
Always up to date: You do not need to tap anything — when we add a new tavern, you see it on your phone right away.
Privacy and speed: You open a link, add the icon to your home screen, and the app sits right next to Instagram or Facebook.
It looks and works just like a store app, but without the extra hassle.
Is Premium just access to e-book information? +
The app is built on our e-book foundation, but in Premium it becomes a complete, interactive travel companion.
Key differences:
• Richer content: Many more original photos and significantly expanded route descriptions.
• Exclusive food database: In Premium, you get curated tavern and restaurant recommendations not included in the e-book.
• On-route convenience: Launch navigation with one tap, and explore Crete through audio stories instead of reading from a screen in full sun.
• Interaction and memories: Save route memories and collect unique MANOLIS badges.
• Continuous updates: Premium is a living product - we regularly add new places, routes, and features.
The e-book is perfect for calm planning at home, while the app gives you maximum convenience during real-time exploration on the island.
I bought the eBook + Premium App bundle. How do I get started? +
Your journey starts right away in the app, and your eBook follows shortly after.
App (Instant access): Go to app.pinksand.pl and log in with your email. You can sign in with your Google account or enter your email and receive a one-time access code. Your phone will remember this sign-in, so you don't have to enter it every time! All Premium routes are already unlocked on your account.
eBook (sent to your email): Your personalised PDF has been sent to the email address you used at checkout. Check your inbox (and spam folder, just in case).
Do I need to upload the PDF (eBook) file to the app to unlock the routes? +
No, you don't upload a PDF file to the app. These are two separate, complementary products. Premium access in the app unlocks automatically when you simply log in with the same email address you used at checkout.
What's the best way to open and read my purchased eBook (PDF) on my phone? +
To keep the beautiful original page layout, photos, and text formatting, don't open the PDF in your phone's default notes app. We recommend opening the file with a free document viewer app – such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, the built-in Books app (on iPhone), or directly via Google Drive.
Summary
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