There is a resort on the Greek island of Skiathos called Aghia Paraskevi where some of the hotels are absolutely beautiful with glass walls virtually on three sides, right at the pool’s edge so that the building is reflected in the water. The stupendous resort of Koukounaries looks nice too with its green trees all around.
Skiathos Town is another great resort with fabulous views from some of the studio accommodation. The hotels and self-catering studios on the Greek Island of Skiathos are beautifully clean and bright.
The majority of Skiathos’ 60+ beaches have fine white sand which is quite unusual for a Greek island. Good snorkeling can be had. The azure waters are warm. All the beaches are fringed by scenic pine covered woodlands.
Koukounaries is reputed to be the finest beach in all the Aegean. The swimming there is wonderful as the water is shallow – ideal for families with small children. In the heat of the day, one can lie under the shady pine trees. The beach is almost a kilometre long.
If you prefer beaches with lots of people, you might choose to stay in the resorts of Platanias, Paraskevi or Megali Ammos. Troulos Beach is a very popular beach and has accommodation behind it in the Troulos Valley.
There is a good Health Centre in Skiathos Town which offers immediate first aid facilities with English speaking doctors.
If you go to Skiathos in July and August when it is pretty crowded, if you look around you can still find some peaceful places to avoid the hustle and bustle. Easter is a good time to enjoy the island’s natural beauty and a great time for walking. Even winter in Skiathos is a good time to visit as the island greens after the dry, dusty summer months. The walks are even more beautiful and the locals have more time to be relaxed and friendly.
So do have a look at all the accommodation on offer. You will surely find something to your liking.
Tuesday, 27 December 2011
Saturday, 10 December 2011
Santorini
There is a great walk along the cliffs of Santorini, a fantastic exercise and change of scene for those of you who live or work in big inland cities and towns. Hundreds of thousands of visitors went to the island of Santorini last year and had a wonderful time. As always on the Greek Islands there were sunsets…..lots of sublime sunsets. There were many nights when the sun was really showing off. You should go there to see for yourselves. On a nightly basis Santorini puts its magic spell on visitors, many of whom will never forget the sunsets they see. It is one of the most fantastic shows on earth….and it is different every night. In fact…even for people who live on Santorini it often feels too surreal for words. And sometimes…..well, sometimes the show continues well into the night because soon after sunset there is a full moon and very special things happen on Santorini on the night of a full moon. The beauty is blinding.
In the holiday resort of Imerovigli on the island of Santorini there are many hotels to choose from. Imerovigli is a traditional village situated on a high cliff. In front of the village is located an enormous rock called Skaros. Until 1800 Skaros was part of the land and had a castle on it where all the administration offices of the island were situated. The village was almost totally destroyed by the earthquake in 1956, and the cliff-edge houses were abandoned, but a tourist trade started up again in the 1970s. Today Imerovigli is a beautiful and quiet village, and also one of the top areas in Santorini for accommodation.
Kamari is another holiday resort on Santorini. It was completely rebuilt after the 1956 earthquake. It is now a tourist hotspot situated on the southeast side of the island of Santorini. The area is famous for its beautiful extensive beach, and for its green landscape. On the beachfront you can find hotels, restaurants, bars and many shops to suit all tastes and budgets. Also in Kamari a Jazz Festival takes place every year, in the lovely atmosphere of its outdoor cinema, so if you are a jazz fan you might enjoy a holiday there. Kamari also boasts a church which was built in 1100. The best time to visit the church is on August 15 during the feast of the Virgin Mary when a large festival is held there. Also, on September 24 another church in Kamari celebrates with a festival where food and wine are plentiful.
The holiday resort of Megalocori on Santorini is situated by a beautiful, sleepy, whitewashed Greek town, so it sounds like a holiday here would be very relaxing, doesn’t it? The name Megalocori means big village. Beaches are within easy reach of the town, and you can sample the traditional Greek food in the lovely little taverns. The area is also well known for its wine making, so great evenings could be had by all who stay there. The nightlife is quite laid back (not for party people) but lovely for couples and families.
There are many more resorts on Santorini to explore. Do have a look at what we have on offer and make your choice.
In the holiday resort of Imerovigli on the island of Santorini there are many hotels to choose from. Imerovigli is a traditional village situated on a high cliff. In front of the village is located an enormous rock called Skaros. Until 1800 Skaros was part of the land and had a castle on it where all the administration offices of the island were situated. The village was almost totally destroyed by the earthquake in 1956, and the cliff-edge houses were abandoned, but a tourist trade started up again in the 1970s. Today Imerovigli is a beautiful and quiet village, and also one of the top areas in Santorini for accommodation.
Kamari is another holiday resort on Santorini. It was completely rebuilt after the 1956 earthquake. It is now a tourist hotspot situated on the southeast side of the island of Santorini. The area is famous for its beautiful extensive beach, and for its green landscape. On the beachfront you can find hotels, restaurants, bars and many shops to suit all tastes and budgets. Also in Kamari a Jazz Festival takes place every year, in the lovely atmosphere of its outdoor cinema, so if you are a jazz fan you might enjoy a holiday there. Kamari also boasts a church which was built in 1100. The best time to visit the church is on August 15 during the feast of the Virgin Mary when a large festival is held there. Also, on September 24 another church in Kamari celebrates with a festival where food and wine are plentiful.
The holiday resort of Megalocori on Santorini is situated by a beautiful, sleepy, whitewashed Greek town, so it sounds like a holiday here would be very relaxing, doesn’t it? The name Megalocori means big village. Beaches are within easy reach of the town, and you can sample the traditional Greek food in the lovely little taverns. The area is also well known for its wine making, so great evenings could be had by all who stay there. The nightlife is quite laid back (not for party people) but lovely for couples and families.
There are many more resorts on Santorini to explore. Do have a look at what we have on offer and make your choice.
Wednesday, 7 December 2011
Samos
There are several great deals to be had on the Greek island of Samos. There are many holiday resorts with small hotels, some with lovely views, most with big pools. Samos is situated in the Eastern Aegean. It is a beautifully mountainous island where in places the green forested mountains seem to slope right down to the curving sandy beaches and pale turquoise sea. Samos Island in Greece is the most visited island of the North Eastern Aegean Islands. Nevertheless it retains its beauty and calm places.
On Samos Island you can experience several things ranging from historical fun to sun. There are options for all sorts of tourists. It is advisable to rent a car so that you can explore the island easily. You could visit the Samos Museum in Samos Town, probably one of the most interesting museums in Greece. A large number of pieces from Archaic, Hellenistic and Roman Periods are presented at the museum.
In Pythagorion, another of the holiday resorts on Samos, you could visit the impressive Temple of Hera and the famous Pythagoras Cave, the place where the famous philosopher used to live and study! There are nice restaurants nearby where you could stop for some refreshment. Near the yacht marina at Pythagorion, there are small traditional taverns where you could catch the sunset while tasting the local cuisine.
Samos is full of great beaches. The sea is crystal clear.
Kokkari, another holiday resort is one of the most beautiful towns near Samos Town, a quiet environment, ideal for relaxation. In the local shops you can find everything you want.
Samos seems like a lovely place to go to for a holiday, doesn’t it? Why don’t you book yours there now…….
On Samos Island you can experience several things ranging from historical fun to sun. There are options for all sorts of tourists. It is advisable to rent a car so that you can explore the island easily. You could visit the Samos Museum in Samos Town, probably one of the most interesting museums in Greece. A large number of pieces from Archaic, Hellenistic and Roman Periods are presented at the museum.
In Pythagorion, another of the holiday resorts on Samos, you could visit the impressive Temple of Hera and the famous Pythagoras Cave, the place where the famous philosopher used to live and study! There are nice restaurants nearby where you could stop for some refreshment. Near the yacht marina at Pythagorion, there are small traditional taverns where you could catch the sunset while tasting the local cuisine.
Samos is full of great beaches. The sea is crystal clear.
Kokkari, another holiday resort is one of the most beautiful towns near Samos Town, a quiet environment, ideal for relaxation. In the local shops you can find everything you want.
Samos seems like a lovely place to go to for a holiday, doesn’t it? Why don’t you book yours there now…….
Tuesday, 6 December 2011
Rhodes
There are many holiday resorts with accommodation available with huge pools on the Greek island of Rhodes.
Rhodes is quite spectacular with ancient monuments atop mountains, cypress trees and wonderful views.
On holiday on this island you could also experience underwater Rhodes. The real beauty of this island is that it is an historic place which has been a crossroads of civilizations in antiquity. Boasting a unique culture, diverse nature, impressive architecture, perfect weather, beautiful coastlines and friendly people helps to make Rhodes the first choice holiday destination for hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. Yet the beauty of the island doesn’t end on the surface. An amazing world of supreme beauty is waiting for you under the sea. There are marine habitats full of colorful yet harmless marine life. Impressive underwater caves and caverns remind you of the volcanic history of Rhodes. They will give divers the most exciting excursions of their lives.
There are many hotels in the holiday resort of Afandou on Rhodes. Stay in one of these while you explore the ancient monuments, nightlife and unique beaches of Rhodes. Afandou is one of the largest of the villages on the island of Rhodes. The village was founded in times when pirates used to overrun the islands of the Mediterranean. During that period, people used to leave the shores in order to seek shelter inland. The village of Afandou took its name from the word “afandos” which in Greek means “invisible”, because it could not be seen from the sea.
The holiday resort of Ixia on Rhodes is highly recommended. Ixia is only 4 km from Rhodes City. Unless you are staying at one of the hotels in Ixia resort or are looking for waves, you are unlikely to pick Ixia for a swim. Basically it is a series of adjacent beaches rather than one single beach, most of them organized and operated by the seafront hotels. Some sections are public and others are private. Ixia resort is a favorite spot for wind surfers with two water sports centers renting boards and jet-skis. Along the esplanade behind the beach there are supermarkets, kiosks, bakeries, patisseries and restaurants, all very convenient if you are staying self-catering or half board.
Remember Antony Quinn and the Guns of Navarone? Well, he made the film on the island of Rhodes, and so loved the island that he bought a bay on it for himself.
The holiday resort of Lardos is yet another beautiful friendly village. It lies on the sunny south side of the island of Rhodes within easy reach of Lindos Town, and offers all the facilities you would expect in a modern holiday destination. There is a doctor’s surgery, a dentist, a pharmacy, and hairdresser, exchange facilities, international telephone network, a newsagents, and car, motorbike and bicycle hire.
The holiday resort of Lindos is a favorite foreign location. It is a picturesque ancient village, the Acropolis towering above captures the heart of all who visit. Visitors are drawn back again and again.
There are at least 20 bars in Lindos, very few of which play Greek music. It is almost all contemporary western music. So if this is what you like, Lindos is the place for you. The bars are governed by strict noise laws and must reduce their volume at 11 p.m.
As the summer heat rises diners start to climb as high as they can to catch a little air as they eat. The restaurant upper-terraces float like rafts in a surreal sea. Lindos has thirty to forty restaurants offering various cuisines.
This holiday resort has become one of the “special” places in the world to get hitched. There is a lovely little chapel in St Paul’s Bay which is the most popular wedding location followed by a reception in Lindos. Everyone including the bride walks to the chapel.
Beware, the paving slabs in Lindos village are slippery – make sure you have footwear with a grip for walking around.
Everything about the holiday resort of Pastida on Rhodes is traditional, idyllic and typical Greek. It is located inland of the cosmopolitan north of Rhodes. It is shadowed by the mountain of Filerimos, and its name in Latin means Castle.
Come on, you know you want to. Have a look at all the accommodation on offer and choose your Rhodes holiday resort today for your next holiday, so as not to disappoint yourself.
Rhodes is quite spectacular with ancient monuments atop mountains, cypress trees and wonderful views.
On holiday on this island you could also experience underwater Rhodes. The real beauty of this island is that it is an historic place which has been a crossroads of civilizations in antiquity. Boasting a unique culture, diverse nature, impressive architecture, perfect weather, beautiful coastlines and friendly people helps to make Rhodes the first choice holiday destination for hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. Yet the beauty of the island doesn’t end on the surface. An amazing world of supreme beauty is waiting for you under the sea. There are marine habitats full of colorful yet harmless marine life. Impressive underwater caves and caverns remind you of the volcanic history of Rhodes. They will give divers the most exciting excursions of their lives.
There are many hotels in the holiday resort of Afandou on Rhodes. Stay in one of these while you explore the ancient monuments, nightlife and unique beaches of Rhodes. Afandou is one of the largest of the villages on the island of Rhodes. The village was founded in times when pirates used to overrun the islands of the Mediterranean. During that period, people used to leave the shores in order to seek shelter inland. The village of Afandou took its name from the word “afandos” which in Greek means “invisible”, because it could not be seen from the sea.
The holiday resort of Ixia on Rhodes is highly recommended. Ixia is only 4 km from Rhodes City. Unless you are staying at one of the hotels in Ixia resort or are looking for waves, you are unlikely to pick Ixia for a swim. Basically it is a series of adjacent beaches rather than one single beach, most of them organized and operated by the seafront hotels. Some sections are public and others are private. Ixia resort is a favorite spot for wind surfers with two water sports centers renting boards and jet-skis. Along the esplanade behind the beach there are supermarkets, kiosks, bakeries, patisseries and restaurants, all very convenient if you are staying self-catering or half board.
Remember Antony Quinn and the Guns of Navarone? Well, he made the film on the island of Rhodes, and so loved the island that he bought a bay on it for himself.
The holiday resort of Lardos is yet another beautiful friendly village. It lies on the sunny south side of the island of Rhodes within easy reach of Lindos Town, and offers all the facilities you would expect in a modern holiday destination. There is a doctor’s surgery, a dentist, a pharmacy, and hairdresser, exchange facilities, international telephone network, a newsagents, and car, motorbike and bicycle hire.
The holiday resort of Lindos is a favorite foreign location. It is a picturesque ancient village, the Acropolis towering above captures the heart of all who visit. Visitors are drawn back again and again.
There are at least 20 bars in Lindos, very few of which play Greek music. It is almost all contemporary western music. So if this is what you like, Lindos is the place for you. The bars are governed by strict noise laws and must reduce their volume at 11 p.m.
As the summer heat rises diners start to climb as high as they can to catch a little air as they eat. The restaurant upper-terraces float like rafts in a surreal sea. Lindos has thirty to forty restaurants offering various cuisines.
This holiday resort has become one of the “special” places in the world to get hitched. There is a lovely little chapel in St Paul’s Bay which is the most popular wedding location followed by a reception in Lindos. Everyone including the bride walks to the chapel.
Beware, the paving slabs in Lindos village are slippery – make sure you have footwear with a grip for walking around.
Everything about the holiday resort of Pastida on Rhodes is traditional, idyllic and typical Greek. It is located inland of the cosmopolitan north of Rhodes. It is shadowed by the mountain of Filerimos, and its name in Latin means Castle.
Come on, you know you want to. Have a look at all the accommodation on offer and choose your Rhodes holiday resort today for your next holiday, so as not to disappoint yourself.
Saturday, 3 December 2011
The Three C's - Character, Charm, Cuba
Cuba is pretty beautiful with its unusual landscape – palm trees in misty swamps, yellow stone escarpments. Havana is the capital city – “Our Man in Havana” and all that. If you like old American cars this is the place to go on holiday to see pink Cadillacs and many very colorful cars. Take a look at a car park there and compare it with one in U.K. – every bright strong color under the sun compared with our dull silvers, blacks, reds and not much else. Cuban music is exciting too if you like that sort of thing. There are some unusual buildings in Havana with colonnades along the pavements. There are gardens of palm trees within some of these buildings which are rather nice.
Go to the holiday resort of Guardalavaca on Cuba for the ultimate relaxing break. There are stunning beaches, exciting diving and luxurious hotels to be enjoyed there. It is a peaceful area, situated in the Eastern province of Holguin, and is home to idyllic powdery beaches and stunning coral reefs. Guardalavaca’s warm, clear waters are home to an abundance of marine life.
On the balconies of your hotel in Guardalavaca you can relax and gaze out to golden sands and the aquamarine waters of the Atlantic. The resort offers every activity under the sun including swimming with dolphins and horse riding. You can arrange your days to be as busy or relaxing as you choose.
Although the main industry of the Guardalavaca area is tourism, it has retained an authentic Cuban feel and the spacious countryside will ensure you never feel too overcrowded.
Many visitors to Cuba choose to twin their Guardalavaca holidays with a break in Havana as well. This is the perfect way for you to experience the diverse attractions of both the east and the west of Cuba. Guardalavaca’s dazzling beaches and laid back pace is in vivid contrast to the vibrant buzz of Havana.
In the holiday resort of Varadero, there is sun and surf and so much more. Sun soaked beaches are just the beginning. If you enjoy lively music, Varadero is the place for you. If you want to see the countryside of Cuba rather than stay in Varadero resort all the time, go to Yumuri valley, 60 km from Varadero, and on to drink a Pina Colada at the Mirador. One of the best in Cuba! For those who want to experience a feeling of Cuban life outside of the resort, go for it as it is well worth it.
Have a look at the accommodation on offer and make your choice.
Go to the holiday resort of Guardalavaca on Cuba for the ultimate relaxing break. There are stunning beaches, exciting diving and luxurious hotels to be enjoyed there. It is a peaceful area, situated in the Eastern province of Holguin, and is home to idyllic powdery beaches and stunning coral reefs. Guardalavaca’s warm, clear waters are home to an abundance of marine life.
On the balconies of your hotel in Guardalavaca you can relax and gaze out to golden sands and the aquamarine waters of the Atlantic. The resort offers every activity under the sun including swimming with dolphins and horse riding. You can arrange your days to be as busy or relaxing as you choose.
Although the main industry of the Guardalavaca area is tourism, it has retained an authentic Cuban feel and the spacious countryside will ensure you never feel too overcrowded.
Many visitors to Cuba choose to twin their Guardalavaca holidays with a break in Havana as well. This is the perfect way for you to experience the diverse attractions of both the east and the west of Cuba. Guardalavaca’s dazzling beaches and laid back pace is in vivid contrast to the vibrant buzz of Havana.
In the holiday resort of Varadero, there is sun and surf and so much more. Sun soaked beaches are just the beginning. If you enjoy lively music, Varadero is the place for you. If you want to see the countryside of Cuba rather than stay in Varadero resort all the time, go to Yumuri valley, 60 km from Varadero, and on to drink a Pina Colada at the Mirador. One of the best in Cuba! For those who want to experience a feeling of Cuban life outside of the resort, go for it as it is well worth it.
Have a look at the accommodation on offer and make your choice.
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