Hi there - I went two years ago (first week in October). Most clubs etc. were shut and there was SO quiet. If your 20, your better of going in the Summer, but if your in your 30's and look romantic holidays with your significant other, this is the perfect time. The weather was hot which surprised me as I thought it would have cooled down a little (like other Greek islands) but Crete is warmer. They have an old village which is beautiful with winding cobble streets and its so romantic eating by candlelight. The only 'noise' we did experience was one evening when a group of club 20-30 turned up (about 10 of them) and starting dancing on the tables which lasted for about 30 minutes and we never saw them again after. I would recommend this wholeheartedly. This is the best 'Greek' holiday we've ever had. I will point out one thing though - CHECK YOUR FOOD BILL - the canny monkeys add about �3-8 on each bill on purpose as they expect us young-uns to not notice (my husband always checks). This happens at EVERY restaurant so be carefull! (p.s - it's not for the bread you get on the table either as you do pay for this whether you want it or not - about �1.50).