Protaras, Cyprus vs Rethymnon, Crete

[51mon]

Hi all,

Looking to go away with the Mrs for a week around the start of Sept (after school holidays have finished...) and are weighing up these 2 places.
Just looking to pick the brains of anyone who's been to one / both and fancy sharing any thoughts / recommendations?

We're both mid 30s, and I guess we're after somewhere with some decent things to see / do in the day (probably hire a car and do some sightseeing / walking at some point), and then nice restaurants / bars at night. Certainly not interested in a Malia / Aiya Napa type place, but also don't want somewhere really quiet and family orientated....

Should add we'd be sorting flights / booking an apartment ourselves, not too interested in all inclusive type places..

Si

[51mon]

Thanks for the replies guys. I think so far Crete is sounding favourite, it looks as though Rethymnon town would be quite interesting to explore with the old Venetian buildings etc, whereas Protaras looks more of a typical 'holiday resort' type of place.

shibby!, that would be great if you can remember the name of the beach, will be a definite winner when trying to convince the mrs too book this one if I can flash some pics of an amazing beach!

Cheers, Si