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Rainbow Cruises $627.34 Rainbow Cruises is located in Alappuzha, close to Alappuzha Beach. Regional points of interest also include Vembanad Lake and Kumarakom Boat Jetty. Property Features. Rainbow Cruises features a library and tour/ticket assistance. Room service is available. Guestrooms. All rooms include separate living rooms. At this 3 star houseboat, accommodations include kitchens with coffee/tea makers. |
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Bhaya Cruises $278.11 Bhaya Cruises is located near the beach in Halong’s Bai Chay neighborhood. Hotel Features. This Halong hotel has a private beach. Bhaya Cruises’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. The hotel serves a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast. Recreational amenities include a waterpark. Also located on site are a health club and a spa tub. Spa amenities include spa services, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and body treatments. This 4 star property offers small meeting rooms, a meeting/conference room, and technology support staff. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has a train station pick up service, which is complimentary. Wedding services, limo/town car service, and tour/ticket assistance are available. Other property amenities at this Art Deco property include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/caf?, and barbecue grills. This is a smoke free property. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2009. Guestrooms. 60 air conditioned guestrooms at Bhaya Cruises feature ceiling fans and windows that open. Rooms are all accessible via exterior corridors. Accommodations offer sea views. Beds come with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Rooms are individually decorated and furnished. Bathrooms feature showers with handheld showerheads. They also offer makeup/shaving mirrors, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. In addition to desks and complimentary newspapers, guestrooms offer phones. Also included are blackout drapes/curtains and welcome amenities. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 5 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. No onsite parking is available. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 5 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. No onsite parking is available. No pets, i |
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Emeraude Classic Cruises $349.09 Emeraude Classic Cruises is located near the beach in Halong’s Bai Chay neighborhood. Hotel Features. Emeraude Classic Cruises’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. The hotel serves a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning in the restaurant. Guests can enjoy a complimentary reception on select days. Spa amenities include spa services, facials, and body treatments. A total renovation of this property was completed in June 2010. Guestrooms. 37 air conditioned guestrooms at Emeraude Classic Cruises feature complimentary bottled water and welcome amenities. Rooms are all accessible via exterior corridors. Balconies offer sea views. Bathrooms feature showers with handheld showerheads. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available daily. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. Notifications:Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. |
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Star Hotel Santorini $86.87 Star Hotel Santorini is located near the beach in Thira’s Megalochori neighborhood and close to Athinios Port, Red Beach, and Museum of Prehistoric Thira. Nearby points of interest also include Wine Museum Santorini Island and Panagia Episkopi. Hotel Features. Star Hotel Santorini features a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Recreational amenities include 2 outdoor swimming pools. Also located on site is a spa tub. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include laundry facilities. Guestrooms. All guestrooms at Star Hotel Santorini feature minibars and safes. Balconies offer sea views. Televisions have satellite channels. Guestrooms are all non smoking. |
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Mystique Santorini $1299.23 Located in Oia, Mystique Santorini is on an island and close to Naval Museum, Oia Castle, and Baxedes Beach. Additional area points of interest include Archaeological Museum and Museum of Prehistoric Thira. Hotel Features. This Oia hotel has a private beach. Mystique Santorini’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves a complimentary cooked to order breakfast each morning in the restaurant. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool and a fitness facility. The property’s full service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This 5 star property offers secretarial services, limo/town car service, and business services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has a roundtrip airport shuttle, which is complimentary. Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, translation services, and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is limited, and available on a limited first come, first served basis (surcharge). Additional property amenities include a concierge desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. This is a smoke free property. Guestrooms. 22 air conditioned guestrooms at Mystique Santorini feature minibars and CD players. All accommodations have balconies. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, makeup/shaving mirrors, bathrobes, and slippers. Wireless Internet access is available. In addition to complimentary newspapers and safes, guestrooms offer direct dial phones with voice mail. Televisions have satellite channels and DVD players. Also included are complimentary bottled water and windows that open. Guests may request in room massages, irons/ironing boards, and extra towels/bedding. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Notifications:Advanced reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults only property. Notifications:Advanced reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults only property. |
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Santorini Villas $528 Santorini Villas is located on the beach in Santa Marta and local attractions include Rodadero Beach. Regional points of interest also include Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Santa Marta Cathedral. Property Features. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a spa tub. Spa amenities include facials and body treatments. This 4 star property has a 24 hour business center. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Santa Marta property has event space consisting of banquet facilities and a ballroom. Room service is available during limited hours. The property has a complimentary airport shuttle (available on request). Complimentary guest parking is limited, and available on a first come, first served basis. Wedding services, translation services, and tour assistance are available. Additional property amenities include a concierge desk and laundry facilities. This is a smoke free property. Guestrooms. 12 air conditioned guestrooms at Santorini Villas feature minibars and espresso makers. Balconies offer pool views. Beds come with down blankets. All rooms include separate sitting areas along with desks and sofa beds. Kitchens include full sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. They also offer complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to safes, guestrooms offer direct dial phones as well as free local calls (restrictions may apply). Cable television is provided. Also included are windows that open and welcome amenities. A turndown service is available nightly, housekeeping is offered weekly, and guests may request wake up calls. Guestrooms are all non smoking. Notifications and Fees:There are no room charges for children 4 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. Some properties have extra fees for amenities or services that may apply even if you do not use them. Government fees or taxes also may be charged to you when you check in or check out. This property told us they will charge you for the following: All citizens of Colombia will be charged the national value added tax Resort fee: COP 6000 per person, per night (effective 28 April 2011)Hotel resort fee inclusions:Access to spa (full access)Internet access property wideNewspaper (daily)Use of poolUse of spa tubBeach accessUse of fitness centerUse of business center/computerUse of in room safeParkingHousekeeping/cleaning fees/gratuitiesWe have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Early check in fee: COP 100000Late check out fee: COP 100000 The above list may not be |
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Santorini Twin Waters $237.06 Santorini Twin Waters is located on the beach in Mudjimba, close to Mudjimba Beach. Other points of interest are Mooloolaba Beach and Underwater World. Hotel Features. Santorini Twin Waters features a restaurant. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool. Additional property amenities include barbecue grills and limo/town car service. Guestrooms. Air conditioned guestrooms at Santorini Twin Waters feature washers/dryers. All rooms include separate sitting areas. At this 4 star hotel, accommodations include kitchens. Televisions have satellite channels and DVD players. Official Australia STAR Rating provided by AAA Tourism Pty LtdAAA Tourism Pty Ltd assigns an official STAR Rating for accommodations in Australia. This Self Catering property is rated 4 stars. Official Australia STAR Rating provided by AAA Tourism Pty LtdAAA Tourism Pty Ltd assigns an official STAR Rating for accommodations in Australia. This Self Catering property is rated 4 stars. |
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PELICAN HOTEL SANTORINI $155.27 PELICAN HOTEL IS AN ALL TIME CLASSIC HOTEL INSANTORINI LOCATED IN THE CENTRAL SQUARE OF FIRA THE CAPITALOF SANTORINI ISLAND AND IT IS OPEN ALL YEAR AROUND. THEHOTEL WAS BUILT IN 1984 WITH THE STRONG DESIRE AND EFFORT TOCOMBINE THE ISLANDS TRADITION AND HOSPITALITY WITH THEMODERN COMFORTS IT IS OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND AND OFFERSSERVICES OF HIGH QUALITY TO BUSINESSMEN VISITING SANTORINION A REGULAR BASIS AND TO VISITORS COMING TO ENJOY THEFAMOUS ATTRACTIONS OF OUR ISLAND.THIS PROPERTY BOASTSELEGANTLY APPOINTED AND MODERN GUESTROOMS THAT ARE EQUIPPEDWITH ALL THE ESSENTIAL AMENITIES TO ENSURE YOU UTMOSTCOMFORT. STANDARD ROOM BB C1DSTANDARD ROOM BB AC TV MINIFRIDGE DIRECT DIAL PHONE WIFIMAX OCC INCL CHILDREN 4 |
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Santorini Kastelli Resort $240.45 Santorini Kastelli Resort is located in Thira’s Kamari neighborhood, close to Kamari Beach, Wine Museum, and Ancient Thira. Nearby points of interest also include Prophet Elias Monastery and Panagia Episkopi. Hotel Features. Santorini Kastelli Resort’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel serves a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning in the restaurant. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna. The property’s full service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This 5 star property has a business center and offers a meeting/conference room and business services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Thira property has event space consisting of a conference center, banquet facilities, and conference/meeting rooms. For a surcharge, shuttle services include a roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times, an area shuttle, and a ferry terminal shuttle. Wedding services, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace, a library, and a concierge desk. Guestrooms. 60 air conditioned guestrooms at Santorini Kastelli Resort feature minibars and safes. Balconies offer sea or garden views. Bathrooms feature makeup/shaving mirrors, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Flat panel televisions have satellite channels. Also included are windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and guests may request in room massages. Notifications:There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. Notifications:There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. |
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9 Muses Santorini Resort $310.29 9 Muses Santorini Resort is located near the beach in Thira’s Perivolos neighborhood and close to Perivolos Beach, Vlychada Beach, and Museum of Minerals and Fossils. Nearby points of interest also include Perissa Beach and Ancient Thira. Hotel Features. 9 Muses Santorini Resort features a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Room service is available. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children’s pool, a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness facility. This 5 star property offers secretarial services and audio visual equipment. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. This Thira property has event space consisting of a conference center and a ballroom. The property offers an area shuttle (surcharge). Concierge services and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. Guestrooms. 90 air conditioned guestrooms at 9 Muses Santorini Resort feature safes and slippers. Televisions have satellite channels. Notifications and Fees:The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per person (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per person (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. |
Greek Isle Cruise
Imagine a cruise of the Greek Isles. You’d board in Venice Italy. Of course, you would want to arrive a few days early to get adjusted to the time difference and to enjoy the city of Venice. While there, take in the beauty of Venice by gondola, dine on fine food and wine and enjoy the romance of the city.
Departing Venice, the first stop will be Ancona – a port town located on the Adriatic Sea. In Ancona, you will have the chance to shop, visit museums, see the Cathedral church of San Ciriaco, and learn the history of this ancient city (founded approximately 387 BC).
Following Ancona will be Santorini Greece. Santorini is a small archipelago of islands in the southern Aegean Sea. Santorini is a volcanic island with a very interesting history. It was the site of the largest volcanic eruption ever recorded – which occurred about 3600 years ago (known as the Minoan or Thera Eruption).
After Santorini, the cruise will stop in Mykonos, Greece. Mykonos is an island that was settled in the 11th century BC and is made up almost entirely of granite. It is a popular tourist destination with its active nightlife and overall party atmosphere.
Athens is the next stop where one can take in the modern city life and then just a jaunt away see some of the world’s oldest archaeological sites. Athens is home to the original Olympic Games, The Parthenon, The Acropolis, and the only stadium composed entirely of marble.
Departing from Athens, you will head to the island of Corfu. It is the second largest of the Ionian Islands. This island is very developed as far as resorts and Hotels Go. It is also well known for it’s abundance of beautiful flora. There are over 40 varieties of orchids that grow wild in the countryside and many olive groves. It is a great island to visit to either enjoy the cosmopolitan city life, or escape it all and enjoy the peacefulness of the countryside.
The final stop before heading back to Venice is Dubrovnik, Croatia. Dubrovnik is located in the south of Croatia along the Adriatic Coast. This is a very culturally rich city, offering events year round such as musicals, theatre shows and art exhibitions. It’s not a widely known fact that Croatian wines are among the best there are. Why not go on a wine tour while you’re there?
And of course, you will deboard for good from the cruise ship back in Venice. If you didn’t spend a few days prior to the cruise touring this lovely city, then you certainly should on the return.
Book your cruise as a package with airfare and transfers and save by combining all components together. Yia mas!
About the Author
Marty is an experienced world traveler who loves to share his passion for travel with the world. A resident of Portland, Maine and a graduate from the University of New Hampshire, Marty is passionate about sports, writing and travel.
Santorini Sailing with Spiridakos Yacht Cruises-swimming at the volcanic hot springs
