Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa

A Private Island Just One Mile From The Main Island Of Bora Bora And A Scenic Boat Ride From Bora Bora Airport. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort Is A Secluded Enclave On An Unspoiled Island With No Roads Or Villages With Direct Access To Spectacular Reefs Lush Gardens And Pristine Beaches. The Resort Provides Regular Boat Service To Vaitape On The Main Island And Transfers Via Boat To And From Bora Bora Airport Are Also Provided Complimentarily. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort Offers Guests The Peace And Tranquility Of A Private Island As Well As A Wide Range Of Recreational Activities And Dining Options. The Resort Is Built In Tahitian -fare- Style With Open Air Buildings Constructed With Pandanus Leaf Roofs. Guests Can Choose From A Wide Range Of Recreational Activities Like Swimming, Snorkeling, Boating, Kayaking, Outrigger Canoeing And Daily Excursions Such As Shark-feeding And Sunset Cruises On The Lagoon. It Is Also The Perfect Place To Do Absolutely Nothing But Relax. Guest Bungalows Are Built In The Traditional Tahitian Fare Style With Peaked Roofs Thatched With Pandanus Leaves.

The Tides Riviera Maya Mexico

Hidden in a small village of Playa Xcalacoco just outside Playa del Carmen, along the pearlescent sands of the Riviera Maya, The Tides, formerly Ikal Del Mar, is a seaside refuge extending deep into the primitive Maya tropical forest. The 30-villa property and its stunning spa present the epitome of Maya Riviera beach unpretentious luxury, exuding the ambience of an exclusive private Playa del Carmen villa or opulent residential compound.

The Tides lush tropical ambience presents an exceptional setting for special events, augmented by a full-service spa and to Azul, a premier ocean-side gourmet Riviera Maya restaurant and cocktail lounge. For tasteful and intimate beachside events luxury accommodations that include private villas and a Presidential Suite. The boutique resort is also home, the distinctive spa-resort will provide every necessary service for a worry-free and spectacular occasion.

Enliven your senses with an indulgent massage, facial or body treatment at the Maya Spa, a full-service holistic haven offering privacy, luxury and superlative treatment in a serene indoor-outdoor setting. For the active and athletic, Hatha yoga classes are offered daily in our seaside yoga studio, which also houses a fitness room. Playa del Carmen's fine shopping venues are easily accessible from the resort, as are the area's golf courses and ancient Maya ruins. More robust recreational activities include scuba diving, cenote diving, snorkeling, horseback riding and deep-sea fishing.

Villa San Michele Florence, Italy

A 15th-century Franciscan monastery has now been transformed into one of Europe's most charming and picturesque hotels. Only a few minutes from the center of Florence, Villa San Michele is an oasis of peace and unsurpassed beauty, surrounded by its own gardens and woodland on the Fiesole hills. The present aspect of the building, with its facade attributed to Michelangelo and the imposing lateral Loggia looking towards Florence, dates from the year 1600, when the monastery was enlarged and completely renovated at the expense of Giovanni di Bartolomeo Davanzati. In the 1980's, Orient-Express embarked upon a comprehensive restoration of the buildings, this time with the assistance of the Florence Fine Arts Authority. Over the past decade great care and expertise has been engaged to refurbish the entire Villa in a style that provides a luxurious environment while simultaneously maintaining the beauty and heritage of this magnificent building. There are 45 Guest rooms, most with windows which enjoy views over the Italian garden, the private woodland and hills of Fiesole. The Junior Suites with private garden and terrace, the Chapel, the "Orangerie" Limonaia Suites and all rooms located above the Loggia enjoy views over the town of Florence and the Arno valley. But the real asset of the Villa San Michele is its service: the dedicated team has created a reputation for which they are very proud. Most of these professionals have been working at the Villa San Michele for many years, creating a unique continuity of service, care and attention to the hotel's 'family' of guests who regularly return to stay. With its idyllic surroundings, delicious Tuscan dining, and spectacular location, The Villa San Michele attracts the most discerning clientele, boasting an incredible list of celebrities that have selected it for a relaxing vacation

Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort

Ponta dos Ganchos is one of the country's most exclusive beach resorts. The restaurant is right in front of the beach, and walking across a little bridge and you find a gazebo that's illuminated by torches at night on an Island. You are in the middle of nowhere here, and Ponta dos Ganchos has idyllic landscapes of emerald sea and forest, contemporary interiors in 20 beautiful bungalows(some with private plunge pools, saunas and jacuzzis) and an amazing personalized service (all meals, including breakfast, are served at any hour of the day).

There's an indoor pool, tenniscourt, gym and even a private cinema. Snorkelling, diving (including tuition), canoeing, sailing and boat trips are also on offer.

Elounda Carob Tree Valley Villas

A new complex of 8 luxurious and individually designed villas, all with private swimming pools, overlooking the Elounda bay.

Ideal for families and friends or groups looking for high quality accommodation, fine service and a total new holiday experience. The complex enjoys a peaceful and relaxing location, yet is within easy reach of local nightlife.

The villas are located 2,5 km from Elounda, 75 km from Heraklion airport.

Accommodation:

All the villas are set in their own private plot of 900 m2 and provides a spacious and comfortable living room with working fireplace, fully equipped kitchen , dinning room, BBQ area and private swimming pool.

TWO BEDROOMS VILLAS ( 85 square meters, on two levels, sleeps 4 persons)
Ground floor: Living room, kitchen, dinning area, toilet with shower.
First floor : Two bedrooms, bathroom with hydro massage.

THREE BEDROOMS VILLAS ( 152 square meters, on two levels, sleeps 6 pers.)
Master bedroom with king size bed, en suite bathroom with whirlpool bathtub.
Twin bedded room, en suite bathroom with whirlpool bathtub.
Twin bedded room, en suite bathroom with whirlpool bathtub.

Services & Facilities:

Service

• Reception
• Cleaning 3 times per week
• Change of linen and towels 3 times per week
• Free delivery of groceries from the local supermarkets

Standard Facilities

• A/C with individually controlled heating & cooling (living room-bedrooms)
• Television
• Individual satellite receiver
• Music surround system
• DVD player
• CD player
• Radio
• Telephone
• Direct Internet access
• Safe box
• First aid box
• 100% fine bed linen
• Allergy-proof pillows
• Iron and ironing board
• Bath toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Make up mirror

Elounda Mare Hotel

The 5* Elounda Mare Hotel overlooks Mirabello Bay on the north coast of the island of Crete, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Since 1988 it has been a member of the international Relais & Chateaux hotel group.

Exuding sophistication and exclusivity, the Elounda Mare Hotel has an unparalleled reputation in Greece for its attentive and personalised service. With its award-winning restaurants, comprehensive leisure facilities and exquisite design, it is the ideal choice for the discerning traveller seeking a relaxing holiday in a serene and intimate setting.

Elounda Mare is a delight of traditional Cretan architecture and interior design. The typical whitewashed surfaces bind harmoniously with the brown and grey rock walls and the local carob and olive trees. The decoration is exclusively antique pieces of folk art: carpets, chests, tapestries, mantelpieces, and fine Cretan marble throughout the halls and salons.

The main building lounges are centered around the Karavia Bar. The Hotel has been awarded the European Blue Flag for the past 9 consecutive years in recognition of the continuous efforts to maintain the environment in pristine condition, for efficient water management and wastewater treatment, and for the participation in the rising of environmental awareness among staff and the local schoolchildren.

Services & Facilities:

• Access to Rooms: One guest elevator for the upper floors and stairs leading to all floors
• Chapel: Greek Orthodox, on hotel premises (St. Marina's square)
• Check-in 14:00
• Check-out 12:00 Noon
• Currency Exchange Available at the Front Desk
• Golf for Hotel residents only: Private 9-hole, par-3 course with Pro Shop and English-speaking resident PGA pro
  at sister establishment porto elounda De Luxe Resort, at 500m distance
• Laundry & Dry Cleaning: Same day or next day delivery except Sundays and Public Holidays
• Leisure: Heated seawater swimming pool and children's paddling pool. Private sandy beach with sunshades, deck chairs and beach service. Table tennis, two tennis courts (tuition on site)
• Parking
• Valet parking
• Room Service 24 hours
• Sea Sports: SCUBA diving, yacht charter, windsurfing, sailing, water-skiing and various other sea sports
• Shopping: At Santa Marina Square by the beach and the “Yacht Club”, one will find the Chapel, an Art Gallery, a Souvenir Shop and Boutiques. Close to the “Old Mill” restaurant, there is a jewellery shop and newsstand.
• Voltage 220V / 50Hz
• Wellness: Six Senses Spas™ treatments and a state of the art 2.200m² Six Senses Spa™ at porto elounda DE LUXE RESORT, with thalassotherapy pool and thermal suite.
• Gymnasium, sauna and steambath available on premises

Domes Of Elounda

The “Domes of Elounda, All Suites and Villas Spa Resort”, is situated in the international renowned hot spot of Elounda. The resort consists of eighty suites, eight private residences, three villas and a royal villa that represents not only the beauty of the Mediterranean, but also depicts the Cretan culture. The medieval monument of “Spinalonga”, as well as the historic tradition of Byzantium, shed the light of inspiration for the architectural design of “Domes of Elounda”.

The architectural philosophy behind the designs of “Domes of Elounda All Suites and Villas Spa Resort” is monumental for the use of domes and pyramidal roofs, earth color of the building materials, combined in harmony with the unique Mediterranean light and a distinctive approach to the use of volumes and space. The result is a unique resort development with autonomous residential units, which manages to integrate a unique resort complex of the highest standards that fits in harmony with the landscape of Crete. Moreover, the area’s stunning views of the gulf of Elounda, the traditional town of Elounda, and the medieval castle of Spinalonga” give the chance for a luxurious “getaway”.

uxury and high quality services are combined with their basic principle: Each guest is unique!

Additionally, there is a main building, easily accessible from every suite, which houses the reception facilities, along with a fitness centre, swimming pools for children and adults, a spa and two restaurants.

Here, you will find anything you desire with a simple phone call. Each suite enjoys an unimpeded view of Elounda Bayand the medieval fortress of Spinalonga.

In front of the hotel is a lush area of 1.5 acres which opens onto a beach with a stunning view of Spinalonga.

On the beach itself you will find a fish taverna offering local dishes.

Services - Facilities:

• Fitness Centre
• Swimming Pool for Children
• Swimming Pool for Adult
• Spa
• Three Restaurants
• Twice Daily Maid Service
• Baby cot-highchair
• Free sun beds and umbrellas (main pool or beach)
• Premium Bath Amenities
• Safety Deposit Box
• Individually controlled A/C
• Welcome Amenity with bottle of wine, basket of fruits, fresh flowers
• Daily a bottle of Mineral Water
• Use of resort's club carts
• Complimentary use of the Domes Of Elounda Spa, Sauna, Steam Bath,
• Gym and Indoor heated pool
• Tennis Court
• Pool heating Villas
• Main Swimming Pool Heating

Minos Beach Art Hotel

A deluxe super waterfront resort, an excellent hotel in a tranquil setting of colorful, flower-filled gardens, with a reputation for excellent service, Minos Beach is considered to be one of the best hotels on the island of Crete.

The Minos Beach is a member of The Small Luxury Hotels of the World and holds also the Quality System Certificate ISO 9001 for the standard of services provided.

Located in a quiet position just half a mile from the center of Aghios Nikolaos, the hotel is situated right on the sea, with good swimming from rocky inlets as well as from a couple of small inviting sandy beaches.

The hotel is ideally located for sightseeing, with a regular bus service from the hotel entrance to the village of Elounda and the town center of Aghios Nikolaos, where buses depart for destinations all over the island.

• 65 km from Heraklion airport.

Presidential Villa with private pool

The Presidential Villa situated exactly on the water’s edge with a panoramic view to the Mirabello Gulf.

Approx. 150 sq. m. and 100 sq. m. of sheltered and open sun terrace, private swimming pool and bathing area with direct access to the sea.

The Presidential Suite consists of:

• one master bedroom,
• dressing room and bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub and Jacuzzi shower cabin with steam,
• two twin bedrooms with one bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub,
• one small fully equipped kitchenette,
• one spacious living room overlooking the sea with sitting and dinning area.

All furniture created by Paola Navone.

Midi Hi-Fi System, LCD TV & DVD home cinema, personal fax machine wi-fi internet coonetion. Private transfer from and to Heraklion airport.

Executive Villa with private pool

The Executive Villa with panoramic sea view, approx. 75 sq. m. consist of

• one bedroom with dressing area and bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub,
• one twin bedroom,
• bathroom with Jacuzzi Shower cabin and steam,
• living room with sitting and dinning area.

Private swimming pool surrounded by large sun terrace.

Villa with private pool

The Villa with panoramic sea view, approx. 55 sq. m. consist of

• one bedroom,
• one sitting room,
• dressing area,
• bathroom and Jacuzzi bathtub,
• private swimming pool (3,5 x 7,5m) surrounded by large sun terrace.
  

Special features include:

• LCD TV
• DVD Home cinema
• Fax
• Wi-fi internet connection

Balsamico Traditional Suites

It is worth mentioned that Balsamico is made to be in absolute harmonization with the traditional character of the old Hersonissosvillage. This will give to any resident the feeling that he is an action part of the local society. Balsamico was made to give the opportunity to people to have unforgettable vacations combining peace, comfort and luxury.

Balsamico is a traditional stone-made group of buildings located in the “heart” of old Hersonissos (one of the only three traditional settlings of the area), 23km east from the international airport of Heraklion, 3km from port of Hersonissos, 3km distance from Cretan golf and 3km from the beach.

Balsamico, made of 4 studios, 3 maisonettes and 1 suite combines in total tradition with luxury standards. All units are fully furnished and equipped with:

• Flat TV and DVD player as well as satellite TV.
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Safe box
• Hair dryer
• Private telephone line
• Terrace
• Balcony

Group also disposes a pool of 45 m², children's swimming pool, pool bar, parking space and beautifully green garden.

Elounda Palm Hotel

The Elounda Palm offers:

• Aeolous main restaurant with outdoors terrace
• Aretousa main bar
• Cavo pool and snack bar
• Sea water outdoor swimming pool
• Children's swimming pool
• Children's play ground
• Free sun lounges and umbrellas
• Table tennis
• Billiards
• Satellite TV lounge
• Nearest beach is about 15 minutes walk

Amazing views and warm welcomes are definitely trademarks of the Elounda Palm. Surrounded by colourful flowers, designed in traditional Cretan colors and well tended gardens you will soon fall head first in to the relaxed atmosphere of the hotel. They think this is a deliberate ploy of the owners to keep you coming back.

Elounda itself tries to avoid the loud and flashy nightlife, opting for the more reserved approach of a few good restaurants, and friendly taverns. The fact that a short Taxi ride will deliver you to the bright lights of Agios Nikolaos, no doubt influenced this decision.

Elounda Palm is waiting for you in its green flowery gardens, to offer you comfortable and relaxing vacations in a nice and calm environment. The friendly atmosphere, the excellent service, the nice music nights guarantee you relaxation and amusement.

Aeolous Restaurant is open for Breakfast serving continental Buffet and Dinner, serving traditional Cretan cuisine. Indoor air-conditioned area and outdoor terrace. Lunch Basket and Picnics can be prepared for excursions.

Opening hours: Breakfast: from 07:30 to 10:00

Dinner: from 19:00 to 21:30

Pool Bar:

Located by the pool serving cold refreshments, light lunch and delicious exotic cocktails, is open from 11:00 o’clock in the morning till late at night. There is a live music night organized once a week with Greek and international music.

Cafe:

Indoor Cafe area and Bar corner opened from early in the evening till late at night mostly the cold months of the season. Big lounge are with Satelite TV and mini Library.

Porto Elounda De Luxe Resort

The Porto Elounda is the latest five-star creation of architect Spyros Kokotos, designer of all the well-known luxury resorts in Elounda. Unique in many respects, Porto Elounda is the only 'Insignia Resort' in Greece.

The Resort lies 500m from the renowned Hotel Elounda Mare, the only Relais & Chateaux in Greece. Both Hotels are under the same management and receive the personal attention of the Kokotos family.

The Porto Elounda Deluxe Resort is built on the seafront, on a plot of 110,000 m² with a 150 meter long private sandy beach. The view from the Main Building, the Villas and Bungalows over Mirabello Bay and the distant mountains, is magnificent. The rooms and suites in the main building have all been renovated in 2003/2004, providing excellent accommodation with large balconies or terraces. The public areas are decorated with antique and contemporary furniture and rugs. Porto Elounda is also the sole Greek resort that includes an Executive nine-hole Golf Course and a Golf Academy.

The first view from the hilltop is a panorama of the Bay of Mirabello, where the foreground is dominated by the Porto Elounda De Luxe Resort and the green expanse of its golf course. Designed with respect to the architectural tradition of the land, this unique complex is an oasis of recreation and discreet luxury comprising the hotel and the seafront bungalows and villas.

All accommodation faces the sea and pools are with seawater

Main Building
8 porto rooms - side sea view and balcony - for single use (living space 35m²)
76 porto deluxe rooms - large balcony (living space 37m² up to 2 adults + 1 child)
26 porto deluxe rooms - with terrace and shared pool (living space 45m² up to 3 adults)
16 porto deluxe rooms - with terrace and private pool (living space 47m² up to 3 adults)
3 porto deluxe suites - large balcony (living space 67m² up to 3 adults)
12 porto deluxe suites - with terrace and shared pool (living space 68m² up to 3 adults)
1 porto presidential 2-bedroom suite - with terrace and private pool (living space 130m² up to 5 adults+1 child)

Seafront
15 bungalows

Rooms equipped with

• Air-conditioning/heating, control panel with "privacy/service please" buttons
• Satellite television with music channel
• Direct-dial telephone; high speed internet connection in most accommodations
• Luxurious marble bathrooms with audio sound, hairdryer, telephone, towel heaters
  and make-up/shaving mirrors
• Most rooms with access to a pool have an additional walk-in shower