Our Philosophy & Approach
Muses Curated Villas was founded by Evmorfia Tzagkaraki and Elizabeth Kardasi, two professionals with a deep background in hospitality and luxury travel.
We are not just a booking platform, we are your local hosts, curators and trusted advisors. Based in Crete, our team lives and works on the island year round, offering insider knowledge and a real presence in every community we serve.
When you contact Muses you connect directly with a dedicated travel advisor, not a call centre. From the first message to your final day, we walk beside you to keep your experience smooth, thoughtful and personal.
Our mission is simple, to create meaningful connections and deliver refined, human centred hospitality in every stay. What guests see is what they receive, no noise, just considered detail and curated quality.
The Muses Code
What We Value
These are the principles that guide our work and shape every guest experience.
Personalised Support
We are available when you need us. Travel plans evolve, we adapt. We respond quickly, with care and precision.
Authentic Hospitality (Philoxenia)
We embody the Greek spirit of philoxenia, the love of hosting. Sharing our island and its culture is what fulfils us.
Continuous Growth
Travel is always changing. We stay close to new trends, test ideas and refine our methods through constant learning.
Boutique Excellence
We remain intentionally small. Managing a select portfolio lets us protect quality and stay close to every home and every stay.
Active Listening
Your feedback shapes our evolution. We listen carefully and we act. Every remark is an opportunity to improve.
Integrity & Transparency
What you see is what you get. Clear listings, honest communication and trusted processes define how we work.
Meet The Team
Behind Muses is a team of people who care about travel, about design, about people. We are local, hands on and invested in every journey.
Evmorfia Tzagkaraki / Morfo
Founder / DirectorMorfo is the visionary behind Muses. With a background in interior design and a natural eye for detail, she shapes the aesthetic and strategic direction of our agency.
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Elizabeth Kardasi / Eliza
Founder / Financial & Office ManagerEliza is the anchor of Muses. With quiet strength and clear judgment, she holds our financial and operational core with precision.
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Theonymfi Oikonomaki / Theo
Guest Experience & Operations ManagerTheo is the steady hand behind each stay, blending clarity with calm. She keeps every detail in motion, supports guests and owners with ease and holds the daily rhythm of our operations with quiet confidence.
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Athanasios Vourdas / Thanos
Strategic Growth ArchitectThanos focuses on the future of Muses, working on growth strategy, partnerships and new ideas that help the brand evolve with care and intention.
📧 Contact ThanosWhat We Curate
We select villas not only for their design or location, but for their soul.
Travel Tips & Blog →Luxury Villa Rentals in Crete – Curated by Muses Travel
Muses Travel offers premium villa rentals in Crete, with a curated portfolio of design-led homes ideal for families, couples, and remote workers. From private pool villas in Rethymno to stylish retreats in Chania and South Crete, our homes support slow, meaningful travel. We specialize in short-term villa management and vacation rental hosting, ensuring each guest experiences warm Cretan hospitality.
Our collection includes villas ideal for digital nomads, family-friendly homes with private chefs, and romantic escapes for couples. Owners trust our boutique approach to increase revenue while preserving the integrity and aesthetic of their properties. This is slow travel, the Muses way.
