Fragrant gardens lapped by azure waters and palm fringed lagoons swirling past natural stone terraces are the hallmarks of this relaxing yet sophisticated beachfront resort that offers the highest standards of mediterranean luxury and refinement styled after the sprawling palaces of the minoan kings and venetian nobles who once ruled crete the hotel introduces guests to the easy elegance of true european luxury the architectures sleek lines sets off the celebrated beauty of the southern medi