a). We booked a tour to Knossos- so worth it! And you must take the boat over to Spinalonga- it is fascinating. Talk to the hotel because there were more things worth exploring that we will do next time. Crete has so much history.

b). We totally wanted to try small authentic restaurants
We had a few dinners nearby with delicious seafood but also ventured far afield to O Platanos in Fourni and Miliaras Taverna near Agios Nikolas. On our last night after many locals recommended we had a fun dinner at Karnagio. At one point all the lights went out and there were fireworks over the water- evidently a custom to celebrate a birthday. Cretan food is fantastic.

c). We booked Haute Living. If you have to pay it is worth it!!
Bespoke service with many benefits.