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Introducing a new adventure guide for people who love to travel and SWIM This is a pioneering swim travel guide with over 20 locations around the Mediterranean island of Crete, where open water swimmers can discover routes between 25 meters and 6 km that have a particular beauty, novelty, scenery, or history. Explore impressive marine caves, fabulous beaches, circumnavigate islets, and swim through tunnels, gorges, and under sea arches. Swim in a bay where the great Odysseus once anchored his ships on his way to Troy, or over a WWII ship sunk on its way to rescue Allied troops. Experience amazing night swims to marvel at the brilliant stars above and flashing bioluminescent plankton below. Read extensive tips on open water swimming techniques, safety, preparation, gear, and navigation (piloting). Includes short swims for beginners, more difficult routes for advanced swimmers, and all are great for kayaking and stand-up paddling. Each location has a satellite map of routes, accurate GPS coordinates, and photography to guide the swimmer. Enjoy a dynamic eBook version that can be read immediately where all information links and GPS coordinates are clickable.

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If you enjoy swimming, have a sense of adventure, and want to experience absolutely breath-taking beauty, Crete Swim by Dr. Paul Kalas is a must read...As a traveler and life-long ocean swimmer, snorkeler, and surfer, I have had lots incredible experiences, and of the many, Crete holds a uniquely special place in my heart. Whether you are a novice or competitive swimmer, Crete Swim holds the key to a host of magical experiences. Kalas has done all the work for you: in addition to an informative dip into the history of the area, he offers excellent guidance in the form of recommendations, clear instructions on the what, when, and how complete with maps, GPS coordinates, and photographs. (Greg Surf) As much as I love swimming in the chilly San Francisco Bay, Dr Kalas' descriptions of swimming in the crystalline blue waters off Crete have made me want to hop on a plane and head to Crete! ...It not only gives the most beautiful descriptions of the adventures to be had, it is full of practical advice: exact coordinates for beginning and ending of swims, safety tips for navigating while swimming and practical advice for open water swimming. (Jerrold Werthimer)

If you enjoy swimming, have a sense of adventure, and want to experience absolutely breath-taking beauty, Crete Swim by Dr. Paul Kalas is a must read...As a traveler and life-long ocean swimmer, snorkeler, and surfer, I have had lots incredible experiences, and of the many, Crete holds a uniquely special place in my heart. Whether you are a novice or competitive swimmer, Crete Swim holds the key to a host of magical experiences. Kalas has done all the work for you: in addition to an informative dip into the history of the area, he offers excellent guidance in the form of recommendations, clear instructions on the what, when, and how complete with maps, GPS coordinates, and photographs. (Greg Surf) This is a great book, one of those really nice gems that is personal, and full of soul swimming and now I definitely want to go to Crete hopefully this year to swim. The book has really nice illustrations of Minoan type nautical themes in its headings which is a really nice touch that evokes and experience of swimming on an island rich in sea culture. (James W.) As much as I love swimming in the chilly San Francisco Bay, Dr Kalas' descriptions of swimming in the crystalline blue waters off Crete have made me want to hop on a plane and head to Crete! ...It not only gives the most beautiful descriptions of the adventures to be had, it is full of practical advice: exact coordinates for beginning and ending of swims, safety tips for navigating while swimming and practical advice for open water swimming. (Jerrold Werthimer)

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DR. PAUL KALAS is an accomplished astronomer who spends his nights seeking out undiscovered planets among the billions of stars in our galaxy, and the days searching our own blue planet for unforgettable open water swimming experiences. He is the book's insider swim guide, having spent a lifetime exploring Crete's pristine waters, along with four generations of family who were open water swimmers around this remarkable Mediterranean island.

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