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The house is located in the city of New Rochelle, approximately 30 minutes North West of Manhattan in the beautiful Westchester County where each town on the water has its own marina.
It offers both the privilege to enjoy a quiet area located on the water, the famous Sound of NYC (with access to a private beach, walking only! 1 min.) and the option to visit New York city (by car, boat or train, train station at 5 min. drive from the house).
The house is more than 4200 sq. ft (400 m2), full of light (bay windows all over), great comfort for 8 persons (4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms), contemporary furniture, open space kitchen/family room on the 1st fl. with high-tech equipment, huge living room on the 2nd fl., pool 38x10 ft with large wood deck, two large terraces/patios (1st and 2nd floors), two large fireplace, house staff (daily) and cooking (upon request).
Please note that the house is located on a dead end and that the pool area located in the back of the house (full South with no vis-a-vis) is entirely fenced. The pool also has a electric cover for security purpose.
The house was fully renovated in 2006/2007.
30 min. from JFK or La Guardia airport.
Beautiful and quiet area, Beach, Pool, Marinas, all shops within minutes, close to Manhattan.
On the water.
30 min. form Manhattan.
45 min. from Long Island.
45 min. from North Salem, beautiful countryside and horse barns.
1.30 min. from Fire Island, beautiful preserved island
We are a family of 4. We are 44, 42, 14 and 10 years old.
We are French. We lived in this neighborhood from 1996 to 2001 and crossed again the Atlantic in 2006 when we purchased the house... One of the only contemporary looking house in the area.
We have been living in Paris for years and particularly enjoyed the Alpes (Courchevel) and Corsica (Sperone).
We are both fashion designers and speak French and English.
We love Architecture, interior designs, water sports (the boys!), horse riding (the girls!), winter skiing (the whole family!),travels and countries discovers, beautiful non pretentious, quiet and peaceful places.


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The comfortable 3-star Jet Hotel provides 24-hour front desk, laundry and room service to ensure guests a comfortable stay. Built in 1964, the hotel is a combination of Mediterranean architecture and contemporary facilities.
This hotel is about 30 km away from Water World Lloret. The property is set within 1 km distance from the city center.
Quick access to restaurants, bars and pubs is provided.
There are 30 guestrooms featuring basic double room, economy double room and superior twin room equipped with climate control, a private safe, cable TV, a private terrace and a DVD player. The rooms look on to the sea. They provide bathrooms with a bathtub, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Offering a variety of dishes, Tete a Tete and El Vellard are about 300 meters away.
Jet Hotel can be reached in 50 minutes by car from Girona-Costa Brava airport.
A meeting room and a copier are also offered at the hotel.
Leisure facilities include a rooftop terrace, an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court. Various activities, including diving, hiking and horse riding, are available on site.

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Luxor Egypt Vacation Packages 2023
Luxor, situated 680 kilometres to the South of Cairo, is a city with extraordinary magic. Being the capital of Egypt for a very long period during the reign of the New Kingdom of the Pharaonic era. The golden period of ancient Egypt when it was called Thebes, exploring Luxor offers tourists great chances to visit several breathtaking monuments.
The word "Luxor" in the Arabic language means numerous palaces. The city took this name when the Moslems conquered Egypt in the 7th century AD as they found a large city in Southern Egypt with many impressive buildings and structures constructed in the Pharaonic era.
The best way to explore this ancient capital is to do it correctly with a Luxor vacation package. These packages are an excellent option for anyone looking to take a trip to Egypt who can't afford a full-fledged vacation. Many budget tours start and end in Luxor, so whether you're travelling for a long weekend or a few days in the Egyptian desert, you can find something to fit the bill.
There are many floating hotels in Luxor, where tourists enjoy a Nile cruise journey from Aswan to Luxor, or vice versa, where they enjoy the luxurious facilities and services of the cruise, explore the most important highlights of Upper Egypt and take pleasure in sailing down the River Nile.
The Luxor vacation packages include the city's major highlights, which were said to host one-quarter of the important monuments and antiquities in the world. The most famous historical sites in Luxor include the marvellous Karnak Temple, the centre of the cult of Amun, the king of gods. There is also its other twin temple, the impressive temple of Luxor.
The West Bank of Luxor was the burial site of ancient Thebes. This is why it hosts the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the kings from the 18th to the 21st dynasties in ancient Egypt. This burial site includes the remarkable Tut Ankh Amun tomb, discovered intact in 1922 by Howard Carter in 1922 as the most important archaeologist achievement of the 20th century.
Luxor Egypt vacation packages usually include visiting the splendid mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, these two substantial famous statues which have become a landmark of Luxor, the Valley of the Queens, and many other interesting Pharaonic sites.
The pharaonic city of the Nile, which the River Nile splits, boasts of some of the world's best monuments and landmarks and is also an excellent base for a wide range of excursions, from a luxury cruise to an extensive list of sightseeing attractions.
For any Pharaonic history and art fans, a trip to Luxor is a must. The city is considered to be an open-air museum of antiquities. Even for tourists who want to spend less money, many budget tours start from Luxor to explore the magic of Egypt.
Best Luxor Vacation Packages
Luxor Vacation Packages FAQs
How much do the Luxor vacations cost?
Starting from $185, you can either choose from our ready-made packages or build your holiday package to Luxor.
What do the Luxor Egypt vacation packages include?
Our vacation to Luxor includes accommodation, guided tours, return airport transfers, and meals mentioned in the vacation itinerary.
What should I know before booking Luxor tour packages?
Booking the All inclusive Luxor tour package is the best way to save.
Can I book my airline with the all inclusive holidays to Luxor?
Sure, With any of our holidays to Luxor, you can include your flight tickets and fly to Luxor in the economy or business class.


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Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Out in Venice B&B is set in San Donà di Piave in the Veneto Region, 29 km from Venice. Free private parking is available on site.
Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some units include a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Out in Venice B&B features free WiFi .
There is a shared kitchen at the property.
The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire. Lido di Jesolo is 17 km from Out in Venice B&B, while Mestre is 30 km away. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 23 km from the property.


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My home is near all the amazing amenities Monmouth has to offer. The Wye valley and great road links to M4 M5 M40 Cardiff Bristol And Oxford. Conservatory, great garden and a homely feel.
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Search for cheapest prices: Astons Apartments
At Astons, you can expect an impressive level of service, quality prestigious accommodation, a central location and excellent value for your money. Astons is a charming and elegant haven of three lovingly preserved Victorian townhouses, the interiors of which have recently been sympathetically restored into completely self-catering, quality studio apartments.
The apartments can sleep anything from one to four people, making them perfect for romantic weekends, family stays or a solo business trip, whatever your needs are. The units feature designer furnishings in rich fabrics so you will feel at home amongst the wealthy residents of the area, a maid service, a kitchenette, satellite television, a reception to help with any issues you may have, a private telephone and an entry system for added security. Having a kitchenette will give you added flexibility and privacy, which you won't find in a hotel and will allow you to save money by eating in if you wish as there is a Tesco supermarket just a few minutes' walk away in Gloucester Road. However, you may wish to just use the kitchenette for breakfasts and take advantage of the fabulous restaurants in Kensington in the evenings. Tendido Cero offers stunning Spanish dishes, with tapas and a great wine selection; Star of India offers very tasty Indian food and Bistro K offers French food worthy of a Michelin star, but in a laid back environment.
The location, with its close proximity to a wealth of museums, restaurants and shops, is perfect for strolling up to Kensington Palace and Gardens, where you can pay your respects at the Princess Diana memorial; Hyde Park, where you can watch an outdoor concert, ride a horse and see some cutting edge modern art in the space of an afternoon; the Royal Albert Hall, where you will see outstanding musical performances and the occasional inspiring lecture; and on to neighbouring Knightsbridge, with its outstanding shopping - including Harrods, Harvey Nichols and the Kings Road.
The apartments are also very well placed for transport, with good bus and tube links just a few minutes' walk from the hotel. Gloucester Road tube station is situated nearby, where you can catch the District, Circle and Piccadilly lines. From here you have direct links to Paddington Station (where the Heathrow Express terminates); Victoria Station (where the Gatwick Express terminates); King's Cross, St Pancras Station (where the Eurostar terminus is located); and many more areas of London. If you are driving to the hotel, it can be accessed from the main A4 road, via the M4 and M25; however, guests should note that the hotel is in the congestion charge zone. A reasonable car park choice is the NCP just a few minutes walk away in Warwick Road.
Aston Apartments are great if you want to visit this notoriously expensive area, but you don't want to blow all your money on one night in a hotel. The location of the apartments is superb with major sights just minutes away, but there have been reports that the establishment could do with a little sprucing up to bring it up to standard. This seems to be just a minor annoyance though in an otherwise great accommodation option. To ensure the best stay, choose a unit on a higher floor away from the side street, which can be noisy.


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Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships 2017 (Berlitz Cruise Guide) (2016)
Ship: 471 out of 500
Accommodation: 183 out of 200
Food: 373 out of 400
Service: 360 out of 400
Entertainment: 91 out of 100
Cruise: 373 out of 400
Overall Score: 1851 out of 2000
Size: Small Ship
Cruise Line: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Former Names: none
IMO Number: 8224422
Builder: Kvaerner Masa-Yards (Finland)
Original Cost: DM260 million
Entered Service: Sep 1999
Registry: The Bahamas
Length (ft/m): 651.5/198.6
Beam (ft/m): 78.7/24.0
Draft (ft/m): 20.0/6.1
Propulsion/Propellers: diesel-electric (21,600kW)/2 azimuthing pods
Passenger Decks: 7
Total Crew: 280
Passengers (lower beds): 408/450
Passenger Space Ratio (lower beds): 70.4/64.2
Passenger/Crew Ratio (lower beds): 1.4/1.6
Cabins (total): 204
Size Range (sq ft/m): 355.2-914.9/33.0-85.0
Cabins (for one person): 0
Cabins (with private balcony): 168
Cabins (wheelchair accessible): 2
Wheelchair accessibility: Good
Cabin Current: 110 and 120 volts
Casino (gaming tables): No
Slot Machines: No
Swimming Pools: 1 (1 w/ sliding glass dome)
Hot Tubs (on deck): 2
Self-Service Launderette: Yes
Dedicated Cinema/Seats: Yes/60
Onboard currency: Euros
A truly sophisticated ship for formal, longer cruising
Overview. Europa is arguably the most luxurious of all the smaller formal cruise ships, and for the German-speaking market, nothing else comes close (the crew also speaks English). Combined with an enthusiastic and well-trained crew, the tradition of luxury cruising is taken to its highest expression, with superb food and a wide range of creature comforts.
The Ship. Europa has a really sleek appearance and a graceful profile, and Hapag-Lloyd’s signature orange/blue funnel. The stern is rounded and gracefully-shaped. It is a very stable ship at sea, with no vibration or noise - thanks partly to its pod propulsion system and excellent build quality. Europa carries 14 Zodiac landing craft for close-up coastal shore excursions; boot-washing areas are also provided. Over 20 bicycles are available free for use ashore and are offloaded on to the dock in each port (where possible).
There is an outdoor walking/jogging area with rubberized deck (plus a walk-around teak promenade deck), and a small FKK (Frei-KörperKultur) deck for nude sunbathing. Sunloungers have thick cushioned pads.
There is one long, rectangular swimming pool outdoors (half indoors, and half outdoors). While not the widest, it is longer than the pools aboard most other cruise ships, at 56.7 by 16.8ft (17.3 by 5.15m). Movies are screened poolside on selected evenings, and themed social events are held here.
Most of Europa’s hotel service crew understand the culture and can talk in depth about German, Swiss, and Austrian life.
Europa is one of the world’s most spacious purpose-built cruise ships - an exquisite retreat, an intensely welcoming world of stylish cruising. The space per passenger is high, there is never a hint of a line, and both restaurant and show lounge seat a full complement of passengers. Only the best quality soft furnishings are used, blending traditional with modern designs and materials. Most public rooms and hallways have extremely high ceilings, providing an enhanced sense of space and grandeur. The interior décor colors are light and contemporary, with no hint of glitz.
The central interior focal point is a seven-deck-high central atrium; included are two glass-walled elevators (these are operated by ‘piccolos’ on embarkation day). The lower level features a white Steinway grand piano and a Piano Bar, reception desk, concierge desk, and shore excursion desk. It’s a cozy, open space for social parties, particularly on nights designated as ‘formal,’ with passengers dressed accordingly. In the ship’s 2013 refurbishment, plush new chairs and sofas were added, in lovely plum and wine colors (the result of woman’s eye for detail). Tucked away in one corner is a business center - good for small group meetings.
Forward of the atrium lobby is the multi-function Europa Lounge, with U-shaped seating configuration and a proper (raised) stage, although several pillars obstruct sight lines.
Several public rooms are located along a curved ‘street’ leading aft from the atrium, including the Clipper Lounge/Bar, which has an extremely high ceiling. room is amulti-function room, with small stage and wood dance floor.
What was originally designed to be a casino is now a multi-function space for small cocktail parties, and also serves as a high-class art gallery showcasing German culture artists.
Supremely comfortable, a sidewalk Havana Bar cigar lounge, is a clubby room (with cigar-colored armchairs and, on one wall, a huge photograph of Che Guevara), with three large glass-fronted conditioned humidor cabinets, and an extensive range of cigars. Cigars stocked include a range (from 102mm to 232mm) of top (mostly Cuban) brands. The bar also serves a fine range of armagnacs, calvados, and cognacs, all poured tableside, plus Cuban beer. A wall-mounted digital MP3 jukebox has a push-button selection of thousands of songs and instrumental music. I recommend an Irish Coffee, correctly made (with the glass rotated while sugar is blended with the alcohol, and heated gently over a candle flame. Adjacent is the ship’s jeweler/clothing boutique (Wempe).
On a higher deck, Club Belvedere is the place for afternoon tea (there’s a choice of over 30 teas - mostly loose-leaf) and intimate music recitals. It is simply a lovely room, with its own bar. There are also several types of coffee and impeccably made liqueur coffees (heated in a hand-turned glass enclosure), and a superb selection of cakes, made fresh daily.
The library has an illuminated globe of the world, numerous bookcases and bookshelves and is open 24 hours a day (books are taken out on the honor system). Opposite is a small cinema/meeting/function room.
There are also dedicated rooms for hobbies (arts and crafts). For wheelchair-bound passengers, a special ramp is provided from the outdoor lido/pool deck down to where the lifeboats are located; only three other ships have such a ramp (Asuka II, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony).
There is a children’s center, and parents with infants receive a ‘Baby Welcome Package.’ Staff can provide diapers and baby food of your choosing, so you don’t need to bring excessive luggage - a service included in the fare. Also, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has teamed up with Steiff to create the exclusive Captain Knopf teddy bear (and book). Although a children’s playroom is provided, Europa really is best for adults seeking a quiet, refined setting.
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises hosts the annual Stella Maris operatic competition, which attracts top-notch up-and-coming operatic singers from around the world compete annually for the prestigious Young Talent Development Prize. A top prize of €15,000 is offered, as well as a Deutsche Grammophon recording contract. The company also sponsors an annual Ocean Sun Festival - for classical/chamber music devotees (concerts are often held ashore as part of the program).
Accommodation. This is provided in five configurations and several price categories. It consists of all-outside-view suites: two Penthouse Grand Suites (Hapag and Lloyd) and 10 Penthouse Deluxe Suites (Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Handel, Lehár, Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Strauss, Wagner; each suite contains a large framed picture of the composer), 156 suites with private balcony, and 36 standard suites. There are two suites (with private balcony) for the disabled and eight suites with interconnecting doors - good for families.
Almost all suites have a private balcony with wide teak deck and lighting, and a smoked glass screen topped by a teak rail. The 12 suites overlooking the stern are among the most sought-after accommodation - six on each of two decks, each suite having a balcony with canvas ‘ceiling’ for shade and privacy.
General Information. Each suite has a wood floor entryway, a sleeping area with twin beds that can convert to a queen-size bed, and two bedside tables with lamps and two drawers. There is a separate lounge area with curtain divider and bird’s-eye maple wood cabinetry and accenting with rounded edges. Facilities include a refrigerator/mini-bar (beer and soft drinks are supplied at no extra charge), writing/vanity desk, and couch with large table in a separate lounge area. An illuminated walk-in closet provides ample hanging space, six drawers, personal safe that can be opened with a credit card, umbrella, shoehorn, and clothes brush. European duvets are provided, as is a full-color free daily newspaper (there’s a wide choice). Almost all suites have totally unobstructed views and excellent soundproofing. All passengers receive a practical shoulder travel bag, an insulated lunch bag for shore excursions, and leather keycard holder.
A Media4Cruises infotainment system includes 24 hours per day video and audio on-demand. The system includes a large flat-screen television and Internet connection via a wireless keyboard. A dedicated email address is provided with your tickets and other documentation in a leather document holder; there is no charge for incoming or outgoing emails. A data socket is provided should you decide to bring your own laptop (the ship has a small number of laptops you can borrow).
All suites have a 100 percent air-circulation system, illuminated walk-in closets, and a generous amount of hanging and storage space. Western European butlers and cabin stewardesses are employed (butlers for the 12 premium suites on Deck 10, cabin stewardesses for all other suites).
The white/gray/sea green marble-tiled bathrooms are very well designed, have light decor, and include two good-size toiletries cabinets. Each has a full bathtub plus an integral shower, retractable clothesline, and separate glass-fronted shower enclosure. Thick cotton bathrobes are provided, as are slippers and an array of personal amenities. Parents with babies get a video baby phone (camera via PDA with vibration alarm, and wireless access).
Penthouses (Deck 10). There are two Penthouse Grand suites, redesigned in 2011, and 10 Penthouse Deluxe suites, refurbished in 2009, when electronically adjustable beds and Nespresso coffee machines were installed. These have a teakwood entrance hall, spacious living room with full-size dining table and four chairs, fully stocked drinks cabinet with refrigerator,complimentary bar set-up, laundry and ironing service, priority spa reservations, caviar or other canapés daily before dinner, hand-made chocolates, petit-fours and other niceties. Balconies have teakwood decking, and white canvas ceiling shades. For the ultimate in exclusivity, the two Penthouse Grand suites have even larger bathrooms (each with a private sauna and specially angled bathtubs and delightful heated floor), and extensive forward views from their prime, supremely quiet location, a large wraparound private balcony; larger walk-in closet (with a window), large flat-screen TVs, and Robbe and Berking silver Champagne goblets. Well-trained butlers provide the highest level of unobtrusive service.
Spa suites. Four ‘spa suites’ are located adjacent to the Futuresse Spa. These incorporate a large private teak-decked balcony; twin or queen-size bed; walk-in closet; dark wood cabinetry housing a refrigerator stocked with fruit juices and different mineral waters, and bar set-up. There’s a flat-screen TV, and storage space including a jewelry drawer, with pull-around doors that can close off everything to view, a writing/ vanity desk, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Decor colors are warm reds, yellow, and gold. There is a large window between the living/sleeping area and the bathroom, which bathroom has warm Asian decor, underwater lighted Jacuzzi bath, separate large shower enclosure (with rain shower), toilet and gold, thick-glass washbasin, hairdryer, and ample storage space. Special teas and other services are provided by spa personnel.
Suites for the Disabled (Deck 7). These spacious suites have one electronically operated bed with hydraulic elevator plus one regular bed, and a closet with drawers (this replaces the walk-in closet in all other suites). The bathroom has a roll-in shower area; all fittings are at the right height, and there are several grab handles, plus an emergency call-for-help button. Wheelchair-accessible public toilets are provided on the main restaurant/entertainment deck.
Dining. With over 5,000 separate food ingredients carried, the executive chef can produce menus that don’t repeat even for around-the-world voyages. The cuisine is outstanding, and full of surprises. Seasonal and regional ingredients are featured, with much totally fresh fish and seafood as standard. Plated presentation of food is provided for entrées with silver service for additional vegetables, plus tableside flambé dishes. Portion size is sensible, never overwhelming. There are four restaurants.
The Europa Restaurant is a beautiful two-deck-high formal dining room that can accommodate all passengers in one seating; tables are assigned for dinner only (breakfast and lunch are open seating), so you keep your favorite waiter for dinner throughout each cruise. In common with most German ships, a small smoking section is provided. There are tables for two (quite a few), four, six, or eight. For superb service, there is a chef de rang and an assistant waiter system, so that the chef de rang is always at the station, with the assistant waiter acting as runner.
On days at sea, in addition to the regular, extensive breakfast, a Gourmet Breakfast menu includes items such as beef tartare, carpaccio of smoked tuna with wasabi cream, gooseliver tureen with orange confit, and other specialties rarely found aboard cruise ships today. A Cuisine Légère menu provides light, healthy, but tasty spa cuisine.
Table settings include Dibbern china, 150g weight Robbe & Berking silverware, and Riedel wine glasses. The cuisine includes German favorites and regional dishes from around the world. The quality of food is extremely high. Top-grade Iranian Ossetre caviar is on the dinner menu at least once each week, and is always available on request, at extra cost.
An extensive wine list includes a good selection of vintage French wines, as well as a well-balanced selection of Austrian, German, and Swiss wines.
Other dining options. In a first for the cruise industry, chef Dieter Müller (who has three Michelin stars) has his first Dieter Müller at Sea Restaurant, a pocket-sized 26-seat intimate restaurant featuring a personally designed five-course menu (three courses for lunch). The menu changes three times during a world cruise, and seasonally during the rest of the year. He participates in about 15 cruises a year - about half of Europa’s annual program. The restaurant - open for dinner nightly and for lunch on sea days - can be reserved once per cruise by all passengers - and there’s no extra charge.
Venezia, a second specialty dining spot, is much loved, popular for its fine Italian cuisine - and a variety of olive oils and grappa. It is open for lunch and dinner, at no extra charge.
Both venues are adjacent to the main restaurant, and provide the setting for a truly intimate (reservations required) dining experience.
For more casual dining, try the elegant Lido Café for serve-yourself breakfasts - the ship even makes its own preserves - luncheons and dinners, with both indoor and outdoor seating (under heat lamps when needed) and adjacent indoor/outdoor bar. Themed evening dining is also featured here, with full waiter service. There is a wide variety of food, and many special lunch buffets have a number of popular themes and regional specialties.
Above the Lido Café is the indoor/outdoor Sansibar, with great aft-facing views. It’s liked by the late-night set.
Europa is known for its real German sausages, available in the Clipper Bar and at a typical Bavarian Früschoppen featured once each cruise in the Lido Café. Also, late each night, ‘light bites,’ beautifully presented on silver trays, are taken around the various bars and lounges.
Nautical tradition is maintained with bouillon service each morning at sea, and other daily niceties include fresh waffles and ice cream poolside each afternoon.
Entertainment. The Europa Lounge, whose decor is a rich red, is a traditional showlounge; it has a sloping floor, providing good sight lines from most seats. The ship excels in its intellectual entertainment program - tailored to the theme of the cruise -including a constant supply of high-quality classical and contemporary musical artistes, a variety of cabaret acts, as well as a programme of expert lecturers and poetry readers. There’s the occasional colorful production show, plus local shows brought on board in various ports.
A smaller, more intimate Clipper Lounge is for late-night cabaret. The ship carries a main showband, plus small musical units to provide live music for listening or dancing. Classical concerts and recitals are provided in the Belvedere Lounge, with its dropped central circular floor.
Spa/Fitness. Ocean Spa has a wide range of beauty services and treatments, including an array rejuvenating treatments, and full-day spa packages.
Well-integrated, facilities include a steam room and sauna (mixed), two shower enclosures and foot-washing stations, relaxation room with three hot tiled beds, three wicker relaxation beds, male and female changing/dressing rooms, and beauty salon. Treatment rooms have music menus, so you can choose what music you wish to hear (if any). The gymnasium is located one deck above the swimming pool, and includes a ‘miha’ bodytec training machine and personal trainer.
On cruises with more than four sea days, Europa’s shore-based wellness partner provides specialists for lectures and wellness regimes.
An electronic golf simulator room complements a golf driving range; a PGA golf pro is carried on all cruises. Shuffleboard courts are on the open deck.


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DA NANGS PERFECT GETAWAY
Over the years Da Nang has become one of Vietnam’s hot spots for tourism and those seeking luxury and tranquility. Naman Retreat falls into both of these qualities with ease and creates the ultimate destination retreat for couples, families and newlyweds. They do this by seemingly blending timeless Vietnamese heritage and culture with luxurious modern charm.
With impressive traditional bamboo architecture and exquisite interiors, combined with authentic Vietnamese hospitality assures you a wonderful retreat. Not to mention the pristine white beaches, an abundance of culture, mesmerising history and their absolutely incredible and top of the range Honeymoon package.
If you find yourself looking for the ultimate honeymoon destination or somewhere a cut above the rest then I would highly recommend booking a few nights with Naman Retreat, Da Nang.
- Incredible service and extremely welcoming staff
- The best honeymoon package for newlyweds
- A laid back luxurious atmosphere
- Great central location to all attractions
- Huge infinity style pool
During our stay at Naman Retreat we opted for the Pool Villa to mix it up a bit and live in a more spacious environment compared to the hotel rooms we had been staying in previously. We loved it! and had some of the best nights sleep we’ve ever had here.
What you will find at the pool villa is a sophisticated blend of stone and bamboo architecture with fresh minimalist interior design. You have absolute privacy and comfort, with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors allowing the room to open to your private plunge pool and intimate courtyard garden. This comes complete with two sun loungers, beach towels and drying rack.
you can honestly spoil yourself relaxing amongst the lush foliage of this private villa, sample the finest cuisine from the In-Retreat Dining menu or simply do nothing at all. A perfect place to reconnect and re-energize!
What you get
The villa comes fully equipped with air-conditioning, large corner sofa, flatscreen TV, bluetooth speaker, free toiletries, free mosquito repellant, en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, sink, mirror, fresh fluffy towels, linens, hairdryer, dressing gowns, safety deposit box, minibar and coffee & tea making facilities.
The Honeymoon Retreat Package
Are you looking for somewhere to treat yourself on your honeymoon? Well then look no further. With Naman Retreats Honeymoon package there offer a selection of goodies such as:
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- 60 Minute Couples Spa Treatment
- 60 Minute Couple Naman Signature Facial Treatment
- Romantic Dinner
- Floating Pool Snack
- Milk Bath in room with rose petals
- Bottle of Champagne with Canapes
- Private Couple Yoga/Meditiation Session
- Arrival & Departure Gift
Naman Retreat is the perfect place to have your honeymoon. The whole experience is professional, wonderful and everything you would imagine it to be. Surrounded by luxurious bamboo buildings, tropical palm trees, and pristine white sandy beach on your doorstep, Naman has everything you need.
Over the course of 3 days and 2 nights you are pampered, fed delicious canapés, cuisines and snacks, treated to unique experiences and left feeling like royalty. Everything at this retreat revolves around your needs and desires.
The Infinity Pool
Lined either side by gorgeous palm trees and sun loungers the divine infinity pool stretches out to the ocean front giving the illusion that they merge into one. This is a great place to relax, catch some sun, do some laps or just enjoy a cold beverage while watching the world go by.
Had enough of the infinity pool (not sure how buts it could be possible) then head to the beautiful pristine sandy beach which is a stones throw away and easily accessible. With many sun loungers to pick from, you can easily spend a whole day here enjoying the ocean waves and getting sand between your toes.
Spa Day & Wellbeing
The moment you retreat into the free flowing, no wall sanctuary, you have entered a world of pure bliss. With 15 luxury treatment rooms, male and female jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms, gym, yoga pavilion, Pure Spa envelops you in a healing and tranquil cocoon. Enjoy treatments ranging from the signature Naman massage to shiatsu, and be pampered with unique body wraps, pedicures, or create your own indulgence.
Sunworld Ba Na Hills/Golden Bridge
Ba Na Hills has exploded recently on social media and made particularly famous for its Golden Bridge which is a (you guessed it) a golden bridge, suspended above the mountains by two bodiless hands. It is honestly a superb sight and one that should definitely be checked out. It cost £28 (750,000 Dong each) and this included entrance to the theme park as well which is really enjoyable too. Get there early as it gets busy by 7am which is opening times.
This pretty iconic bridge cannot be missed when in Danang. Quite literally! If you go into the city it is pretty much in the dead centre and looks incredible as it stretched across the river uniting to the two sides together. Be sure to check it out at night to see it lit up in the darkness.
These are a cluster of marble and limestone hills just 7km from the city, and one of the best things to do in Da Nang! The mountains are full of caves, tunnels and Buddhist shrines just waiting to be explored!
Ancient folklore says that a dragon emerged from the sea and laid an egg on the beach. 1000 days and nights passed and eventually a exquisite lady was born. The remains of the egg shells grew into the Marble Mountains that you can see today.
Son Tra Peninsula
The beautiful rainforest that juts out into the sea from the city of Da Nang is called the Son Tra Peninsula. At a size of over 4000 hectares, this place is massive! Rent a scooter or motorcycle to ride along the newly-built road to the end and check out the nature reserve, and stop off to visit one of the most important religious sights in the area, Quan Am.
How to get there
Truong Sa Road, Ngu Hanh Son District, Danang
The prices will vary depending on what time of year you stay – to check out the pricing click here.
We stayed in August 2019 and for our Pool Villa it would cost 7,798,121 VND (£277) per night.
- Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
- WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
- Free shuttle to Da Nang and Hoi An
- Airport/hotel transfers available
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Wheelchair accessible
This exotic slice of secluded Vietnamese paradise is absolutely beautiful, peaceful, and the perfect place to stay and relax while in Da Nang. I am so glad that we chose to stay here for a few nights to experience the Honeymoon Retreat Package. Its the ultimate way to spend your honeymoon as a newly wed couple!
The villa was fantastic, we had a super comfortable nights sleep and really enjoyed watching the surrounding tropical palm trees from our bed and windows. The infinity pool was my favourite feature as it was super relaxing and the best way to chill out. The staff are so friendly, they can honestly not do enough for you to make your stay that little bit more comfortable than what it already is.
You will want to spend longer
The hotel is quite simply superb and the views are breathtaking leaving you soaking them up the whole time you’re there. When you throw in the close proximity to the beach, islands and all of the other attractions you are onto a winner!
If you are in Da Nang, Vietnam, and you want to have a unique luxury honeymoon experience, I would highly recommend Naman Retreat.
***Thank you to Naman Retreat for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.


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July 2, 2021
Three vacation hits at the beginning of the vacation
Offer No. 1 – Robinson Club
Save up to EUR 500 per person in the Summersale
• Promotion period: starts today – the promotion is still open
• Travel period: July 2nd to January 31st, 2022 (latest return journey)
• Minimum length of stay: 7 nights
• Offer ist only valid for package tours and hotel only
• Participating clubs: all
The discount is always granted per person for those travelers whose flat-rate flight price (including flight, transfer, accommodation and meals) reaches or exceeds the specified minimum price. Extras (e.g. private transfer, special baggage and insurance) as well as additional services (e.g. seat reservation, meals on board) are not included in the minimum price.
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Reduced last minute flights with up to 25% discount
The most beautiful beaches in Europe, escape from everyday life, experience the culture of another city, preferably next week?
Eurowings has many reduced last minute flights with up to 25% discount on tickets for flights in July, August and September.
Carefree and flexible travel with theEurowings We-Care promise (free of charge and unlimited number of times can be rebooked, return promise to Germany)
On the action page you will find numerous connections to dreamy sunshine destinations and exciting cities.
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Summer ticket 4 rides in 2nd class
The Deutsche Bahn summer ticket is back!
It includes four trips in 2nd class at € 22.50 each for people between 18 and 26 years of age (total price: € 90) and € 17.50 per trip for under-18s (total price: € 70). This means that you can travel through Germany cheaply in the summer as usual. What is new this year is that single trips must be redeemed up to 2 days before the trip. The summer ticket is only sold online.
Product: Summer ticket – 4 journeys in 2nd class
Price: 22.50 EUR per trip (18-26 years) / 17.50 EUR per trip <18 y.
Sales period: July 1st to August 15th, 2021
Travel period: July 1st to September 26th, 2021
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June 17, 2021
Couples save up to EUR 300 extra
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• Promotion period:today up to and including 06/21/21
• Travel period: June 17 to November 15, 2021
• Minimum stay: 3 nights
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• Offer is only valid for package tours and Hotel Only
* For online bookings, there is the option of entering the voucher code in the booking process. This automatically reduces the travel price. The discount is always granted per person for those travelers whose flat-rate flight price (including flight, transfer, accommodation and meals) reaches or exceeds the specified minimum price. Extras (e.g. private transfer, special baggage and insurance) as well as additional services (e.g. seat reservation, meals on board) are not included in the minimum price. The promotion code is valid for the following ROBINSON clubs: ROBINSON CLUB Esquinzo Playa – ROBINSON CLUB Jandia Playa – ROBINSON CLUB Sarigerme Park – ROBINSON CLUB Pamfilya – ROBINSON CLUB Nobilis – ROBINSON CLUB Camyuva – ROBINSON CLUB Cala Serena – ROBINSON CLUB Quinta da Ria – ROBINSON CLUB Agadir – ROBINSON CLUB Soma Bay – ROBINSON CLUB Ierapetra – ROBINSON CLUB Daidalos – ROBINSON CLUB Kyllini Beach – ROBINSON CLUB Cyprus – ROBINSON CLUB Apulia – ROBINSON CLUB Cabo Verde – ROBINSON CLUB Noonu – ROBINSON CLUB Maldives
June 15th, 2021
Despite frequent travel:
UEFA promises the most environmentally friendly European Championship in history
Due to the corona effects, the EURO 2021 will not be as environmentally harmful as expected, but the CO2 footprint remains a major problem. UEFA provides solutions!
A soccer championship spread all over the continent and even as far as Asia in eleven cities – that sounds like a really bad idea from a climate protection perspective. Even if significantly fewer fans are expected as a result of the corona pandemic than originally planned, the travel activity of the players and fans alone causes enormous CO2 emissions. In times of global warming and green movements like “Fridays for Future”, UEFA is coming too
has to face environmental topics. They want to make the sustainability of the Pan-European EURO the “most environmentally friendly final round to date,” UEFA said. This should be achieved through various environmental protection or compensation measures, above all through investments in projects by “South Pole”. This is a Swiss company that promises solutions for climate neutrality in accordance with the most demanding international guidelines.
One initiative, for example, provides residents of rural areas in Rwanda with energy-efficient cooking stoves, which means that people there use less fuel such as wood and coal. UEFA also supports wind farms in New Caledonia and planted more than 100,000 trees in the host cities of Baku and Amsterdam, which are expected to filter an estimated 45,000 tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere over the course of their life. According to Aleksander
Ceferin (President of the European Football Union), UEFA takes its responsibility in this context very seriously. The projects would not only help to offset the resulting CO2 emissions, but the extraordinary tournament format also conserved resources. “Fewer stadiums and correspondingly fewer transport connections have to be built.” It is even through smaller measures
that organizers try to strengthen the sustainability of the event. In most host locations, public transport is free for ticket holders, media representatives, volunteers and employees. The enormous waste in the stadiums is to be reduced, recycled and reused through various concepts.
The association as well as many other sports organizations and their sponsors have understood that environmental protection is gaining in importance in competitive sports. A major event without concrete measures has an image problem these days, which affects its acceptance and thus its attractiveness.
(Source: Sonderbeilage NN – 09. Juni 2021)
June 5th + 6th, 2021
The TOP 3 corona-free travel destinations
Would you like to take a vacation away from mass tourism during the pandemic?
No problem! You can travel to these 3 European islands without hesitation.
After the long months of the pandemic, many people simply want to “get out of their own four walls” and go on vacation. Due to the decreasing number of infections, it is possible to travel again. The increasing vaccination rate and falling incidences are relaxing in Europe and some travel destinations are already corona-free.
Entering and leaving Europe is also becoming easier again and the risk of a corona infection is decreasing, so that nothing stands in the way of a carefree summer vacation. Some islands are even already considered corona-free. There the risk of infection is minimal and the vacation can be enjoyed to the full.
Here you will find an overview of the TOP 3 corona-free islands,
that you can visit without hesitation
3rd place: Kea Island (Greece)
The small Greek island of Kea is located approx. 60 km southeast of Athens and belongs to the South Aegean region. It offers holidays far away from mass tourism: quiet beaches, green hills with squat and winding villages. The Greek island is considered a quiet alternative to Crete, Kos or Rhodes. Herd immunity has already been achieved on Kea. Far away from everyday stress, you will look in vain for large hotel complexes and tourist groups. Since April 19, 2021, there is no longer any quarantine requirement for travelers.
2nd place: Capri Island (Italy)
Crystal clear water, high cliffs and a picturesque backdrop: the Italian island of Capri has always been a very popular holiday destination for tourists. As one of the first islands in Italy, all residents and tourism officials have been fully vaccinated since the beginning of May. Entry and exit are no longer a problem either, as Italy has lifted the quarantine requirement for tourists. Thanks to the new entry regulations in Germany, returnees no longer have to be in quarantine. So nothing stands in the way of a relaxing holiday.
1st place: Malta island
Malta is a relatively small island, but it has everything a vacationer’s heart desires: wide beaches, beautiful towns and quiet villages. Anyone interested in art and history is also in the right place on Malta: historical excavations and temples are spread all over the island. The incidence value was below 10 on June 1, 2021. Although zero has not yet been reached, the Republic of Malta is the first EU country to achieve herd immunity, as 70 percent of the adult population has been vaccinated at least once.
June 4th, 2021
When the rental car
becomes a Luxury good
How rental car prices are exploding in Europe and what can be done about it
Europe opens the doors to tourism! Summer, sun, beach and sea attract all those who are hungry for travel to the south. But when it comes to rental cars, vacationers now have to be very brave.
According to an investigation by the comparison portal “billiger-mietwagen.de”, prices are going through the roof in most holiday regions. If you want to rent a vehicle in Mallorca during the main holiday season (July, August), for example, you should expect an average price of 63 EUR per day. That is a plus 150 percent surcharge compared to 2020. On the neighboring Balearic Islands
it doesn’t look much better. While Ibiza charges an average daily rent of EUR 68 (125 percent price increase), Menorca pays a rent of EUR 58 per day. (109 percent price increase) It looks better on the Spanish mainland, where e.g. an average daily rent in Alicante is possible around 40 EUR. In Italy and Portugal prices have increased in
comparison to last year. In Sardinia even a 161 percent increase compared to 2020 can be observed. In Greece a rental car costs an average of 45 euros, in the previous year the price was 17 euros, which is also 160 percent more. In France, the premium of 55 percent is almost moderate, with the price in Turkey remaining stable at around EUR 30.
So what to do with all the price increases and scarcity in the rental car market?
If you are dependent on a rental car at your holiday destination, I would advise you to book as soon as possible upfront. According to experts, it makes sense no longer to rent the vehicle at short notice, but rather four to six weeks in advance – even if a booking cannot always ensure that a vehicle will then also be available. Without care, it can do this
that this summer ithe rented car becomes the most expensive part of the vacation, if you manage to get one at all. The expensive rental vehicles also drive up the fees and waiting times for taxis. On the other hand, they also inspire creativity on all sides. In Hawaii, for example, tourists can now book vehicles from private individuals on Facebook.
My insider tip to you: If you are going on holiday in France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Belgium, England or Norway this year and you don’t find a rental car, then click here https://de.getaround.com
Getaround is Europe’s largest car sharing community for private and commercial car owners. Here you can find all vehicle types in your area – for a few hours or for a few days.
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June 2nd, 2021
France, Spain, Italy – where can you go on vacation?
When vacationing in European countries, very different Corona rules apply.
Here’s what travelers should know:
The summer vacation 2021 is unfortunately still influenced by the coronavirus pandemic. In many European countries, travel is still made more difficult by the infection rate. This can be due to the existing rules and restrictions in the holiday country – or when returning to Germany.
In some holiday countries, “normal life” is gradually starting again. Of course, subject to certain conditions and with proof of vaccination or recovery or a negative test. But what is currently possible on vacation, what is allowed or prohibited? Here you get an overview of the most important questions about traveling in the pandemic and about the situation in the most popular EU holiday countries:
Spain is and will remain the most popular holiday destination for Germans. The nocturnal curfew has been lifted since the beginning of May and further easing in the country make a vacation there very uncomplicated. Neither the Balearic Islands nor the Canary Islands are classified as a risk area. Despite the fact that
it is compulsory to wear a mask in public and it is still urgently requested to comply with the distance rule, there is no longer a travel warning from the Auswertigen Amt. From Sunday (June 13th) on Mallorca indoor catering will be allowed to open again and the curfew will be postponed to midnight.
Greece is preparing intensively for the summer season. I only came back from my vacation in Greece on Saturday and I have to say that everything went smoothly. Travelers from the EU are already allowed to re-enter the following destinations in the country without quarantine: by direct flight to:
Athens, Chania, Heraklion, Corfu, Kos, Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini or Thessaloniki and by land via the border posts Promachonas and Nymfaia (Bulgaria) A negative PCR test is required for entry and not to be forgotten is the Online registration with the Greek state.
Italy splits up its 20 regions, depending on the infection scenario, in four risk zones – red, orange, yellow and white. The current classifications can be found on a Map of the Italian Ministry of Health. Italy is loosening up more and more for tourism and freedom of movement is increasing. Outdoor catering is also allowed to reopen in some regions. In the white zones, most regulations will
be lifted, so that you only have to comply with the mask requirement and should pay attention to the distances. Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Sardinia and Molise have been white since yesterday, and Veneto, Liguria and Abruzzo will follow from June 7th.
Croatia wantsto make vacation as easy as possible for tourists this summer despite the Corona crisis. You may enter without quarantine if you have been vaccinated against corona, have a negative antibody or PCR test (no more than 48 hours old). Upon entry, the contact details of the travelers will be used
registered for the duration of the stay. To avoid long waiting times when crossing the border, the data should be provided in advance via online registration Cafés and restaurants are open outside.
When entering France you still have to adhere to strict guidelines,because France is more affected by the corona pandemic than Germany. Tourists are allowed to enter France during the day (between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.), although tourist activities are prohibited between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. as in
a general exit ban applies during this period. If you want to stay overnight in France, you should clarify with the accommodation in advance whether this is possible. There are only exceptions to this if there are specific valid reasons. Restaurants and cafes can once again receive and serve guests in the outdoor areas.
Those who would like to spend their vacation in Austria, no longer need to worry about the quarantine, because this is no longer applicable. However, there is still a test obligation, so that the tourists need a negative test result or, alternatively, a vaccination certificate or recovery
from a Covid 19 disease. If no test can be presented upon entry, it must be carried out on site within 24 hours. The electronic registration also remains. Tourist overnight stays are Allowed for vaccinated, convalescent and tested people and the restaurants are open again.
Book a trip
Have you decided on a destination? – Then let’s go!
Don’t wait any longer and book your summer vacation 2021 now
The Corona restrictions are currently changing almost daily in all European countries – it is being relaxed. It is best to find out which entry conditions apply to the respective country immediately before your departure.


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Martinborough Winery Tour
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- Pickup available
- Duration: 5 hours
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This was a truly super experience. Jon Salter took us to places you would NEVER find on your own. Highly recommend this walking tour. Coming back for the Cocktail Tour ..... sounds awesome to us!!!
We enjoyed the tour immensely. Phil was an excellent host - very informative and a pleasant companion. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Wellington.
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VSi Intros High-Tech Self-Serve Concierge
Vertical Systems Incorporated (VSi) makes it possible for a hotel property of any size, brand, or price level to offer its guests with high-quality customized assistance at an affordable price. Called vConcierge, it is a self-service concierge station that provides travelers with instant around-the-clock access to local information and services such as restaurants, entertainment, attractions, and events. Navigation is user-friendly with dedicated links to key services.
In addition, vConcierge features internet access so guests can print airline boarding passes, print directions, check flight status, and book local transportation. They can also check e-mails, use Microsoft office software, or surf the web.
At full-service hotels with a concierge staff, vConcierge augments service levels, while at limited service hotels, it replaces the need for new staff and relieves the workload of existing staff.
Available as either a desktop model or a free-standing kiosk, vConcierge offers complete user identity protection with VSi’s proprietary FreshStart software and system architecture that erases all personal and confidential information after every log out.
The stations are leased monthly so they require no upfront capital investment by the hotel. They are supported by the company’s comprehensive customer care package that serves hoteliers 24/7 with a unique three-tier system of remote monitoring, call-in centers staffed by trained employees, and full product warrant plus maintenance.


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Two years of lockdowns and shifting travel restrictions may not only have created an appetite for “revenge travel,” it may have driven a greater hunger for adventure and more options in how to pay for it.
Those are some of the key takeaways in a new report from WeTravel, an integrated booking and payments platform serving multi-day tour operators. The company’s inaugural travel trends report combined data from more than 3,000 clients — which saw more than a half million bookings — with a survey of nearly 150 additional tour operators and travel organizers.
In comparing new responses on how consumers book and pay for travel with data from 2019, the report reveals how much travelers’ expectations have shifted since the pandemic, says Ted Clements, WeTravel’s CEO. Travelers now expect greater personalization, customization and automation – things they were accustomed to when making purchases from other industries but were slow to find in the travel sector.
“We’ll use the information to help these operators make guided business decisions to support their operations – and their travelers,” Clements says. “With access to global data on the expectation shift from travel consumers, we believe the industry will be better placed to shift their e-commerce solutions to better attract and retain their customers.”
Among the findings in the report:
- Travelers are changing. The average age of travelers who booked and paid for a tour is increasing, up to around 35 now from 30 before the pandemic. And women now account for more than two-thirds of tour and multi-day travel bookings, an increase from almost 60% in 2019.
- Different needs and wants. More than half of the survey respondents stated an increased demand for tours instead of all-inclusive package. And as fears of health- or weather-related cancellations increase, travelers are booking closer to departure.
- Shifting costs and payments. Nearly 90% of the operators surveyed reported trip pricing increases of at least 10%. Travelers are responding by seeking more installment payments.
The report’s findings of rising costs and a push for more payment flexibility is no surprise to Damien Cramer, the global head of airlines and travel for Worldline, a multinational payment and transactional services company.
“Costs are increasing for everybody,” he says. “This also reflects the continuing demand for revenge or catch-up travel, and high demand equals higher prices.”
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And higher prices equal a need for more payment options. The most common payment option in 2019 was a deposit with final payment 30 days prior to departure, according to the WeTravel report. Now the most common option is a deposit followed by four installment payments.
“One of the byproducts of higher prices is customers’ desire to have flexibility in the payment schedule,” Cramer says, noting that his company recently partnered with leading travel payment provider Fly Now Pay Later.
Higher prices may be a factor in the advancing age of the average traveler. The WeTravel survey found the highest growth coming from the 40-55 age group, followed by the 61-plus group.
Not everything in the WeTravel report aligns with what’s been experienced at TourRadar, which operates an online marketplace and booking platform specializing in multi-day organized adventures, cofounder and CEO Travis Pittman says.
One thing that does: an increase in bookings in the 50-plus demographic.
“They do have more disposable income,” Pittman says, “and I think lockdowns and everything else have left them wanting to travel more. They may be thinking, ‘I don’t know how many holidays I have left.’”
TourRadar has also seen increasing interest among travelers 25 and younger. A part of that might have to do with the company’s increased focus on customization, another factor highlighted in the WeTravel report.
“We focused during the pandemic on private and tailor-made functionality on our platform, so that of course has improved,” Pittman says. “But I think it’s both a function of us focusing on it more and a bit of a consumer shift in how they actually view things.”
WeTravel found that more than 85% of its respondents now offer add-ons or customizations to their tours, an increase of nearly 20% since 2019. That might be in part because travelers are seeking more from their trips. Among WeTravel’s respondents, 56% saw increased traveler demand for tours instead of all-inclusive packages.
A greater sense of adventure is something TourRadar’s Pittman believes will be an ongoing trend.
“I do feel our style of travel – organized adventures, as we like to call them – they are more impactful types of travel, so they’re more meaningful,” Pittman says. “People say, ‘Hey, I’ve got $5,000 to spend, do I want to go sit on a beach in Mexico or do I actually want to go to Costa Rica and spend 10 days traveling around and go to a volcano or white-water rafting or staying at a wellness retreat to do some yoga.’”


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With a charter flight, you rent the entire aircraft, rather than just one seat. The aircraft can be large or small, and flights can be one-way or round-trip. The charter could be made on a flight-only basis, might include ground services such as transportation to or from meetings or could be part of a complete vacation package. Charter flights offer more flexibility than scheduled flights, with a wider choice of destinations and tailor-made itineraries.
Service was incredible. Joel and Stratos was fantastic. Had a delayed special occasion and they went out of their way to make everything perfect. It was a surprise trip and could not have been easier to work with and very helpful in getting all arrangements made for in-flight. Beyond a 5 star. Thank you all for making a special trip a truly MEMORABLE one for us!!!
How much luggage can you bring? Unlikecommercial airlines, there are no baggage limits per se. You can bring whatever luggage will fit on the plane. But always work with your flight planner, especially if you’ll need to accommodate extra bags or heavy equipment. With smaller planes in particular, weight limits may influence the amount of baggage you can bring.
A premier Private Jet Charters, Private Jet Rental and Air Charter company, The Early Air Way is your last stop for global private Jet Charters. Since 2005, we’ve been on a mission to change a flawed status quo. Aircraft Charter is what we do, and we’re the experts at it. Over the years, we’ve experienced year-to-year exponential growth and have built relationships with clients including members of the Fortune 500, celebrities, government entities, and many other well-informed private jet travelers. We’re evermore confident in our mission to utilize every tool available to grow our aircraft network and make sure we’re as knowledgeable about our product and industry as possible in order to provide high quality air charter solutions with honest and educated advice at competitive prices.
As a part 135 operator, I have been doing business with Stratos Jets since it was founded by Joel Thomas in 2006. Since the first trip I could tell they were a different type of Jet brokerage. Joel and his team of aviation advisors have always conducted themselves with the highest of standards and partnered with platinum operators like us to give their customers a luxurious private jet experience. Thank you for a decade of partnership and excellence.Thank you for your friendship!Rich Brennan VP of Sales
With Executive Jet Management’s jet charter service in Minneapolis, Minnesota, you can add hours of precious time to your day while escaping the stress of flying commercially. Our private charter flights help you avoid the multiple hassles of commercial travel, including missed connections, long security lines, delayed or cancelled flights, and inconvenient schedules.
Always enjoy flying privately. Exciting from planning a trip to booking to flight(s). Predominantly use Stratos. Attentive and personal service. Joel Thomas was a great go to person. All subcontractors that they use have been top-notched. Only critique is I obtained better final pricing of the flight when I received quotes from other charter companies. Seems to be an industry thing about competitive pricing in order to obtain the best price. Yes I would recommend Stratos.
Firm quotes provided by Stratos Jet Charters are based on a specific aircraft’s availability and are considered “all-in” prices, which include all taxes and any other anticipated fees. Unless, of course, you change your requested itinerary during your trip. We bill all expected flight-related costs upfront. That way, when you ask us ‘How much is a private jet flight?’ there’ll be no surprises waiting for you when your trip is over.
At Wings Up, passengers flying out of a private airport can board and be ready for flight a mere five minutes upon arrival. Other advantages of flying out of a private airport include bypassing TSA lines and body scans, in addition to avoiding the headache of flight delays or cancelations. International chartered flights still require a passport and all mandatory FAA regulations but don’t require arrival hours before takeoff, saving travelers precious time and energy.
At Pentastar Aviation, we focus first and foremost on passenger safety. There are no age restrictions for passengers on private jets. Just let us know if you are traveling with a child, and we’ll be sure the aircraft selected for your trip will accommodate your family’s needs. Please note, however, neither PACI nor Pentastar Aviation will transport unaccompanied minors under the age of 18. Domestic pets are allowed on some aircraft. Make sure to let your charter sales representative know if you will be traveling with a pet so we can accommodate your request. Please note that exotic animals may not be allowed, especially on international flights.
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Nikau Lodge is located at 53 Deal Street, 1.3 km from the centre of Kaikoura. Mayfair Theatre is the closest landmark to Nikau Lodge.
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a delightful relaxing break in a genuinely beautiful setting
After months under house arrest (I'm supposedly 'at risk' and 'vulnerable'), we couldn't wait to get away and took up Mr & Mrs Smith's suggestion of a stay at Olea never having been to Zakynthos before but loving other Greek islands. The island is party central for some of the more unattractive British tourists, in parts, but with a car it is easy to find beautiful beaches away from the crowds and tourists bars and shops, and Olea is high in the hills - child-free, tranquil and calm. We had a terrific time and feel much regenerated for our break, but I'm also sad for Front of House Manager, Spyros, when he reads some of the less positive reviews here. He only left his previous hotel in Athens eighteen months ago to take up the management of Olea at a challenging time and is working so hard to get it right. Oliver, below, describes the lovely site well - ancient olive trees and careful prolific planting combine with cool cubist modern architecture, with planted roofs and spacious modern rooms, set on a hillside overlooking the sea. and many of the apartments have their own proper pools, not just tiny plunge pools, but ones large and deep enough to swim in. There are spacious high ceiling public and guest rooms, enormous double sun beds, excellent food options and a 'nothing is too much trouble' approach. But, as Spyros explained to us, there are many challenges right now for those in hospitality with new staff who had to be providing a professional service to guests just 7 days after they were told that the hotel could re-open and bookings started pouring in, allowing little time for the usual careful training and rehearsals which an experienced hotel manager would wish to be able to implement. We found that direct, honest feedback either to Spyros, who was anxious to hear from his guests, or to the helpful woman who was the Customer Relations Manager specifically in post to deal with customer niggles, was actioned almost at once. We commented on the absence of spoons at breakfast and a day later they were on every table. We asked about the delays between orders being taken at breakfast and food arriving and from then on the service speeded up noticeably. Lovely fresh orange juice and limitless chilled water was offered frequently. The breakfast options were excellent and the attention to Covid care meticulous without being in any way intrusive. The place has a deliberate philosophy of relaxation, privacy, calm, quiet and so it is not really for those who wish to have instant action, are somehow pressured for time and expect young, inexperienced staff, learning fast on the job after months out of work, to provide immediately the faultless service to which they all aspire. There are indeed some minor hiccups - our coffee machine only arrived on our last day, we left a note for our chambermaid who immediately supplied missing mugs and glasses, the cool basin design in the bathroom and the low water pressure are less than ideal, though they all look great. But the huge beds are really comfy, the vast double sunbeds a delight and the absence of music and noise was particularly appreciated. Service in the Cocoon Bar was a bit relaxed and drinks in the excellent Flow Restaurant took longer than they should, but the staff are trying hard to meet the difficult Covid safety requirements in a hotel that is already running at 85% capacity so soon after re-opening. They are learning new skills daily, and working longer hours than most of us would find acceptable, so we were happy to cut them some slack and be grateful they were so smiling and charming when often clearly a bit tired. We found nothing but kindness from all those who helped with luggage, delivered delicious room service meals (no wrong orders for us but we always ensured when ordering that our wishes had been understood by the helpful staff, some of whom are still practising their English). We found almost instant buggies materialised or arrived quickly when requested to run us up to the seventh tier (we loved 705 with pool and sea view) and to/from the car park. Dimitris, who hopes to return to his life as an actor when the world stabilises once more, couldn't have been kinder to me. Sofia and her colleagues on the front desk made helpful suggestions of things to do and places and go. And on our departure, Spyros made a point of walking down to the parking lot to wish us goodbye personally and ask again if we had any final comments. He is fully aware that all is not as slick as he would wish it to be quite yet, but anxious to hear from those with concerns face to face, rather than read whinges on TA. The island has much to offer and there are hundreds of really good food options if you want a change from Olea's options.... a rental car is a wise choice. It will get better and better as these very minor issues are resolved and I would unhesitatingly recommend it to others. We'd love to go back.
Tranquility in its finest form
We had treated ourselves to the Olea All Suites Hotel after a cruise. The hotel is set into a picturesque hillside above Tsilivi Beach. The zen like Hotel simply oozes tranquility. The low plain concrete buildings are combined and softened with natural materials like oak, bamboo and rattan. All terraced structures are surrounded by a seemingly flowing and cascading landscape of pools. The largest one of them home to a sunken Island with a sand floor bar and restaurant. The correspondence prior to our trip had been very friendly and helpful. So it was nice to eventually meet in person and say thank you. We reached our room by following a path through the landscape of pools, lined with olive trees, thyme and lavender, which filled the air with a pleasant scent. The room or better suite was large and the minimalistic design dominated by earthy colors and natural materials. The large patio with a stunning view of the pools and the ocean in the distance was shaded by a large olive tree. We felt home right away. My wife really enjoyed the complimentary daily yoga class at the highes point pf the hotel and was impressed with the yoga teacher. Breakfast is a delight! A vast variety of local and international flavors. All items are lovingly arranged and presented and of very good quality. Salats, fruit dishes, local pastry, cheese, smoothies, cakes… I could go on and on. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Olea-Team.
Stunning hotel with great service
My boyfriend and I stayed at Olea for 5 nights during our trip to Greece. We were very impressed with the warm welcome and outstanding service we received from the hotel concierge staff, Kiriakos, who helped us plan every aspect of our trip, including hiring a car, arranging two boat trips, recommending incredible beaches to visit, booking the best restaurants on the island and also suggesting bars to visit. His help was invaluable and made our trip very enjoyable. The hotel facilities are great, we had a private swimming pool and also had access to two larger communal pools. The hotel offers a very handy buggy service to drive customers around the hotel grounds and to and from the parking lot. Our room was very spacious, modern and well designed. However, we encountered a number of issues during our stay: the shower had very low pressure, the toilet didn’t flush properly and the fan would randomly turn on and off without us touching the remote. This was solved by the facilities team but it should have been checked and fixed before we were given the room to ensure a smooth stay. Lastly, while the breakfast selection is great, the breakfast staff is not very attentive: we often had to request water on multiple occasions before being served water, every morning we had to specifically request a spoon as the cutlery on the table only included a fork and a knife. Although my boyfriend ordered the same black tea with milk and sugar each morning, every time the waiters would only bring the tea and not the milk or would forget the sugar, making our experience less smooth than we would have hoped. Overall, I highly recommend staying at Olea and I hope the breakfast staff’s service will improve over time.
Honeymoon without the gold star service
As the other reviewers noted, this hotel is beautiful. Aesthetically it is really special. We’ve just been very disappointed with the service, especially as it was our honeymoon. There has not been any major dramatic bad service, but as one other reviewer commented, just lots of small things. Some examples, we had to ring hotel to ask where our taxi was on arrival, whilst the breakfast is great, coffees and hot food orders take a very long time to be served. Spoons seem to be a rarity. I had to ask for one every morning. The housekeeping and room service staff need training, we’ve often had many (honestly a few!) people come into our room, we wondered whether they could install bells on rooms as not hearing a knock on the door seems to immediately signal entry. It didn’t make us feel super safe. Room service is prompt but inconsistent - sometimes they’d bring the ice bucket, mostly forgotten each time, when we asked for a beer bottle opener we couldn’t keep it as ‘it was the only one’, when we asked for a wine bottle opener another night, they took one hour to come and with just a beer bottle one. When we missed the chance to have our room made up, I went nearby and asked if they could back when finished other rooms, which they did but with a huge attitude. There was no drinking water glasses, coffee or tea on arrival in our room. I’m not sure if the mini bar is supposed to be stocked but there was nothing in it. Just one large bottle of water. We had a bottle of champagne as part of honeymoon, and received Prosecco and a plate of sweets with ‘HONEY MOON’ on a post it instead. We received a phone call at 1am about a drinks bill which woke us up, when mentioned at reception there was no apology and so we asked to see our current bill to ensure we were not being charged (we had a few wrong orders delivered to us in restaurants and in the room). We’ve noticed when walking to and from spa and sunset restaurant that taking plates from outside rooms seems to be lacking. Many plates outside many rooms for a long period of time. The only most helpful service we’ve found with this hotel is the ease of Covid testing as they arrange it for you at the hotel and they were helpful to change our fridge as ours was broken (and needed to store insulin). If you’re looking for a beautiful location to relax, this is it. But be warned on service level. Suite 514 (executive suite with sea view and private pool).
Nice hotel but staff needs training
We stayed here for 4 nights in Aug/Sep 2021. Generally mixed feelings. 1) Hotel design / rooms - very nice and cool. 2) Food - not bad, although it seems that the hotel is really trying to deliver something “different” but the end result is not really gourmet, would think they should focus on simpler dishes. 3) Concierge - Joana - super nice and organised quite a few trips / reservations for us. 4) Hotel staff - needs training!!!!!! They are all nice but just totally untrained. Examples: check-in at after 10pm with no queue that was taking 25min (why???), cleaning lady coming to the room when we ask her not to come, parking guard/bellboy seeing me carrying and loading large suitcases and not asking to help, reception desk mixing up dates and telling us we need to check out a day earlier, at cocoon resto - the waitress forgetting to serve the wine that we ordered, spa person insisting we need to complete the evaluation form of the spa even though we try to explain that we are running late and would do it later.... small things but which sum up and just illustrate general low level of training for the staff which is a pity. We stayed previously at Andronikos Hotel in Mykonos (slightly cheaper and not 5 star) but service was really impeccable. Suggest Olea manager goes there to learn service.
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Olive Tree Hotel
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This place is big enough to look like an international chain hotel, but the designers have made some attempts to blend the place into the neighbourhood. The interior resembles an old caravanserai , with stone archways, enormous wood-panelled doors, mosaics and faux ruins. Well-maintained rooms come with safe, minibar, slippers and four towels (instead of the usual two).
Our independent authors have visited Olive Tree Hotel and selected this as one of our recommended hotels in Jerusalem.
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Just a short walk from the old city and the city centre, the Olive Tree Hotel is a beautiful property combining modern design with old elements.
Guests rooms are spacious and elegantly appointed and they feature all modern comforts including an LCD TV, tea & coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone as well as pillow selection and black-out curtains. Guests can also make a use at the internet connectivity via the TV.
Opened in 2000, the hotel was built around an ancient olive tree that legends has it provided shades for caravans of pilgrims just before entering the holy city.
The hotel beautiful lobby is a great place to enjoy a drink or a light meal. The service at the Olive Tree hotel is attentive and staff will be more than happy to help with any requests.
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- Family rooms
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- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wheelchair accessible
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- 24-hour front desk
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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- Currency exchange
- Free WiFi
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