Showing posts with label Greece. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Greece. Show all posts

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Luxury Boutique Holidays in Greece

Greece is renowned for its magnificent culture, perfect blue seas, quaint whitewashed architecture and olive grove laden hills. This ancient land has so much to offer, and in recent times has become the ideal destination for a luxury boutique holiday with more and more magnificent residences opening all the time. Here's our pick of a few favourites:

The Island of Skiathos:

The magnificent island of Skiathos boasts sublime golden beaches lined with native Greek pines, perfect crystal clear seas and magnificent greenery. The Aegean Suites is the perfect stylish base from which to experience this cosmopolitan island.

Aegean Suites: Megali Ammos, Skiathos:

Known for its private, luxurious and stylish aura and magnificent personalised service, this chic adult-only retreat is a beautiful combination of modern art and Mediterranean architecture. Overlooking the Aegean Sea and literally over the road from a beautiful beach this all-suite boutique residence boasts a great pool, Jacuzzi, relaxation terrace and spa as well as 3 restaurants and Champagne bar.

The Island of Santorini:

One of the most southern of the Greek Islands of the Cyclades, set in the Aegean Sea, Santorini is renowned for its beautiful sunsets and is increasingly popular as a romantic luxury destination. The island was volcanically formed and because of this, it features dramatic sheer landscapes and intriguing, beautiful black sand beaches.

Santorini Grace: Imerovigli, Santorini

The Santorini Grace is located in the picturesque, whitewashed village of Imerovigli and sits 300 metres above a deep sunken volcanic basin named Caldera which only adds to the mystique of this stylish hotel. This chic whitewashed property is carved into the cliffs and provides luxury, privacy, magnificent personalised service, combined with fine food and drink; everything you could want from a luxury boutique Experience. Each room is individually decorated and some with private pools, and the hotel also has a magnificent infinity pool overlooking the Aegean Sea, a second swimming pool, two pool bars and a restaurant amazing.

Kirini: Oia, Santorini

Located in the beautiful village of Oia, the Aegean Sea with a splendid view of the Caldera basin is of volcanic islands is the Kirin. The design of Cycladic architecture combined with modern luxury and the individual ischic residence ideal for a stylish luxury break in the sun. As you'd expect the personalised service here is exquisite. The hotel features a large outdoor pool, the White Cave Pool Lounge & Cocktail bar, the magnificent White Cave Restaurant, a vast wine cellar and possibly the best spa on the island. Every room in this all-suite residence is uniquely designed and has magnificent facilities; this whole stylish package oozes luxury while remaining unique.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Top Destinations in Greece visit

Known as one of the oldest and historically rich city, Greece is the ideal place for your holidays. It 'also known as the Hellenic Republic is located in south-east European region. The things that are striking about this place its rich heritage of ancient empires, including the ancient Greeks, Romans, Ottomans, and Byzantines. Some surprising contributions from the heart of Greece such as philosophy, the Olympic Games, and the drama did.

During yourTravel in Greece, you set your taste buds with the local Mediterranean cuisine, such as:

1. Greek salad
2. Moussaka
3. Stifado
4. Spanakopita
5. Souvlaki
6. Mezze

All these are very popular Greek dishes served with the following:

1. Tzatziki
2. Grilled squid
3. Small fish
4. Feta cheese
5. Dolmades
6. Pulses
7. Olive oil
8. Cheese

During your stay in Greece, we recommend a visit to Athens. This is the heart of Greece and offersome wonderful sites for the joy of it is full of historic sites and some of the most beautiful architecture and wonderful world. Here you need to see the Parthenon.

The Acropolis is one of the most beautiful sights in Greece. This is a great embodiment of classical Greek culture. Others need to be seen spots in Athens:

1. National Archaeological Museum
2. Syntagma Square
3. Plaka
4. Cape Sounion
5. Temple of Poseidon
6. Athens Olympic Stadium
7.Lycabettus
8. Byzantine Museum
9. Arch of Galerius in Thessaloniki

You need to go on the island of Crete. Phaistos and Knossos are here to see two of the most beautiful. As one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, Crete with Greece met some time ago. Crete with amazing beaches, lush and packed food.

Although there are many castles in Greece, but do not lose a position in Rhodes. It is believed that the oldestmedieval cities in Europe and was constantly busy. Its nearby places are the ruins of the ancient Greeks, the Byzantine and Ottoman monuments of medieval bazaar.

Also, visit the Meteora, which is a complex of six monasteries. It is a natural sandstone pillar. Among a series of 20 columns, which originally built, there are only six were. These are:

1. Great Meteoron
2. Varlaam
3. S. Stefano
4. Holy Trinity
5. St.Nicholas Anapausas
6. Rousanou

It is not easy to get to all the monasteries. Do you need stairs or large networks that are used to move people and things for use.

Another interesting destination in Greece Naxos in the Cyclades. In fact, it's one of the oldest churches in Europe. The Drossiani Panagia is still in use. He frescoes date back many centuries. With these and many others, Greece is a dreamland for many visitors fromaround the world. It offers a perfect vacation, with historical sites, fantastic food, shopping and adventure.