HOTEL GRANDE
BRETAGNE, ATHENS
GREECE |
A Starwood Luxury Collection Hotel, Hotel Grande Bretagne is the ideal choice for your visit to Athens. It is located in the center of everything you will want to do and see, and it has been renovated to perfection. You will see the Acropolis from the rooftop, where you can have a drink or bite to eat. You can also gaze upon the Parliament, former King's Palace and watch the changing of the guards. There is shopping and in a ten minute walk you will be at the original modern Olympic Site. We recommend that you plan at least two or three days at Hotel Grande Bretagne before flying on Olympic Airlines to the Island of Crete and The Crete Golf Club www.grandebretagne.gr.
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THE ISLAND
OF CRETE |
7,000 years and more of history, and much of the ancient palaces from the Minoan periods are here to see. New to Crete is an l8 hole championship golf course, The Crete Golf Club, Harry Zervos is General Manager, a true professional who will make sure you have the best experience. From the mountains to the sea, Crete is the Greek Island you should not miss! It has deluxe accommodations, beautiful blue Agean Sea, music and dance, and all your favorite Greek dishes. On this page you will see our recommended must stay hotels.
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THE CRETE
GOLF CLUB |
This is the newest Golf Course in Greece, and it is beautiful. From atop Hole #11, you can see the mountains of Crete from every angle, and the 13th is the signature hole--one of the finest in Europe. If you listen quietly to the sounds of Crete, you will hear the tinkering bells of the mountain goats nearby. The Crete Golf Course has 40 hotel partners, so you won't have to worry about accommodation in Crete. Just be sure to get there and bring your clubs! www.crete-golf.gr.
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CRETA MARIS
HOTEL,CRETE
GREECE |
A Five Star property on the Cretan Sea, located near the fishing village of Hersonissos. The rooms are folkloric Greek, and inside the whole property are separate bungalows built like a traditional little Greek Village --try to get one of these. Also, this hotel has a state-of-the-art Conference Center --just beautiful! Maris has about seven different types of hotels and villas on Crete. www.maris.gr.
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BLUE PALACE
RESORT & SPA
ELOUNDA,CRETE
GREECE |
Call it a Blue Miracle. Brand New, this deluxe resort blends into the colors of Crete. Built in an abstract image of an ancient Shipyard at Heraklion, you will walk through a huge hall and enjoy the luxury of open space, looking to the blue sea and the view of Spinalonga, an island that is now a monument to the 7,000 year history of Crete. You will bask in villas, and dine in L'Orangerie or The Blue Door. It is pure heaven, you will hate to leave even for golf! We have to mention the Blue Palace Spa, with its range of thalassotherapy. Ah! www.bluepalace.gr
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THE PENINSULA at
Porto Elounda
CRETE, GREECE |
Welcome to a De Luxe Resort, which is a grand exclusive resort with all suites and a private seafront, surrounded by the Aegean -- Does this tempt you? Just imagine a lap pool right out your door, Double Story Suites, views of deep blue, and did we mention, Golf. The Peninsula has a 9 hole Porto Golf Club, the first golf course on the Island of Crete. Everything about it is gourmet, including the Calypso Restaurant. You have to try it to believe it. Located in Elounda near the shopping village. www.portoelounda.com
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ROBINSON CLUB
LYTTOS BEACH, |
The Robinson Club Lyttos Beach in Hersonissos, CRETE, GREECE is hugely responsible for championship golf coming to Crete. This beautiful resort has it all for sports lovers, and for us, as we are lovers of delicious food. You can take part in aerobics, tennis, golf, spa, volley ball, enjoying an afternoon drink, the glistening pool, a very long sandy beach, and dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with thousands of choices of wonderful cuisine. In the evening, there is always some form of entertainment. We saw excerpts from "Mamma Mia" which I think was as good as it gets. The staff is playful and cheerful. So you'll be happy, and one good thing to note is that you are only ten minutes from The Crete Golf Club. The General Manager is Michalis Pediaditakis, give him a call at 30-28970-28600. www.robinson-club.com
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OLYMPIC AIRLINES |
The official Greek airline. For Reservations Call 1-800-223-1226 Flying from JFK and to the Islands of Greece so plan your first stop in Athens and then fly with Olympic Airlines to the other islands you choose.
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ANTENA/JUST
CAR RENTAL |
in Hersonissos, CRETE, GREECE, Call 30-897-23083 and/or look on the web at www.justrentals.gr The owner is Mr. Costas Anapliotis, a real gentleman that we trust; he will provide you with the type of vehicle to suite your needs and be there for you.
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