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KavalaThe prefecture of Kavala is situated be-tween the rivers Nestos and Strymonas,which are also its natural borders. Its geo-graphical location on the shore of the Ae-gean Sea and over the ancient that linkedEast to West makes it an ideal point of com-munication between people and cultures. www.herakliotravel.gr | 201

KavalaImaret Hotel 5*The hotel features 16 rooms and 10 suites, each unique in design and decoration. Every detail is atribute to absolute luxury. Lavish materials all specially made, changing from rich velvets and silkin the winter to elegant handmade French linen in summer, handmade oriental carpets coveringwaxed chestnut floors. All accomodations lie beneath the graceful domes of the original construc-tion with some of them ovelooking the bay of Kavala and other radiating from the lights of theorange tree garden.A large variety of exclusive Bvlgari toiletries and Molton Brown candles createImaret’s indisputably essential atmosphere. All 26 accomodations are surrounding three thousandsquare meters of inner gardens and marble arcades, reflecting the charm of an original Islamicgarden set in the past.The variety of plants and materials peaceful areas, candlelight’s and thewhisper of running water and soft music make the complex a harmonious scenery for relaxationand meditation. Exceptiobnal and discreet service ensure the guest an unforgetable stay.202 | www.herakliotravel.gr

KavalaLucy Hotel, 5*This beachfront Kavala hotel features 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. The 5-star Hotel Lucy isset in an impressive 8-storey building, a 5-minute drive from the city centre. The modern rooms andsuites of the Hotel Lucy have each a view of the sea or Kavala. The hotel is housed in an imposing8-storey building and has 149 rooms and the following common areas: The central Anatoli restau-rants, the a la carte North 40 - 55 Restaurant, the central Gran Turismo bar, receptions, 3 confer-ence halls and the Orpheas Grand Ballroom events hall. Anatoli main restaurant, overlooking thesea, serves a Greek breakfast buffet including traditional pies, homemade sweets and jams andlocal honey. Guests can enjoy dinner at the a la carte restaurant featuring a sea-view terrace.Drinks and refreshments can be enjoyed at the Gran Turismo Cafe Bar and the Pool Bar. Hotel Lucyis 2 km from Kavala’s main port and a 30-minute drive from Megas Alexandros Airport. www.herakliotravel.gr | 203

KavalaAirotel Galaxy, 4*The Airotel Group offers to the city of Kavala the “Galaxy” hotel it deserves! The spaces and ser-vices of the reconstructed and fully renovated building combine the modern aesthetics and tech-nology with its long lasting fame, respectul of the areas’ traditions.The Hotel offers 149 rooms with city or sea view. All room types offer calm and comfortable ac-commodation, combined with thrifty yet modern decoration as well as services that will satisfyyour every need. All rooms provide access to free wireless Internet, air conditioning, complimen-tary bathrobes and toiletries, 33’’ flat screen TV, electronic safe, mini fridge and free parking area350m from the hotel. Overseeing the port of Kavala, the “Roof Garden” restaurant offers traditionalGreek recipes, selected to complete the restaurant’s “A la Carte” menu, and executed only witha daily selection of fresh ingredients.204 | www.herakliotravel.gr

ThessaliaHere, in this place among the woods, thegorges, and the picturesque villages, Me-teora reach for the sky. Twenty four Byzan-tine monasteries have been clinging to thetops of the tall grey rock shafts for over sixhundred years.

LarissaLarissa Imperial, 5*Step into a rich tapestry of sumptuous velvet, gleaming wood, and shimmering marble under thedomed atrium in the 5-star hotel Larissa Imperial. The beautifully appointed verandas and terracesoverlooking the hotel’s gardensare ideal for al fresco summer living. The large garden pool pro-vides a tranquil retreat in warmer months whilst the heated indoor spa pool and Jacuzzi are idealfor relaxation or exercise all year round. The 5-star Larissa Imperial is ideally located on the outskirtsof Larissa, the vibrant capital of Thessaly in central Greece. Taste traditional recipes at the ImperialRestaurant. The Lounge Bar is the ideal place for an informal get-together any time of day or enjoy-cool drinks, snacks and light meals from the Pool Bar. Dedicated to providing business and leisureguests with outstanding personal service, exceptional comfort and every modern convenience,the hotel has just the right spaces for conferences, business meetings or social events for up to 800people.206 | www.herakliotravel.gr

KalambakaDivani Meteora Palace, 5*As one of the Divani Collection luxury hotels in Greece, Divani Meteora hotel offers guests the op-portunity to enjoy traditional Greek hospitality in a contemporary setting. The fully renovated Divanihotel in Meteora is surrounded by immense natural beauty, the religious rocks of Meteora, encour-aging outdoor enthusiasts to come and escape. The hotel’s 165 guestrooms are appointed withmodern amenities, to offer its guests a memorable accommodation in Meteora with the very bestin comfort. Each of the rooms with an inviting ambience, contemporary décor and a command-ing view of the majestic rocks of Meteora. Guests of Divani Meteora can enjoy gourmet tastes,tantalizing drinks and majestic views of Meteora Rocks at any of our in-house outlets. Whether it’sa light snack, a quick drink with friends, or a multiple-course meal, our on-site facilities are sure toplease even the most discriminating palates. Visit the spa with the indoor pool, sauna, steam bathand Jacuzzi, thus beginning a journey of ultimate pampering that will leave one well rested and re-juvenated in body, mind and spirit. Furthermore, the spa offers a fully equipped fitness centre sinceaccording to the famous Latin quote we all desire “a sound mind in a healthy body”. www.herakliotravel.gr | 207

KalambakaAmalia Hotel Kalambaka, 5*Amalia Hotel is a beautiful setting just minutes away from the town of Kalambaka. The hotel is embed-ded on 14 acres of greenery and has been built with traditional materials to match its surroundings.This beautiful scenery is completed with running waters, extensive gardens, a large swimming pool andviews to the Meteora rocks. The moment you enter the hotel’s magnificent lobby, a warm feeling em-braces you, with the wooden and iron details, the handmade kilims, and the fire places of the café andthe piano bar. The café is located on the lobby level, overlooks the swimming pool and is a pleasantand warm all day venue. The piano bar on the lobby level as well, is the perfect place for lounging inthe evening. Theopetra and Polythea restaurants are on the ground level and extend views to the inter-nal garden with its running waters. The hotel’s 170 well-appointed guestrooms and 2 suites are spreadover three levels and offer relaxing views over the green gardens or the gigantic rocks. The guestroomsand suites are spacious, furnished with dark wood furniture and fabrics in warm earthy tones.208 | www.herakliotravel.gr

Plastira LakeKazarma Lake Resort & Spa, 5*Lake Plastira is a dreamy location, synonymous to peace & endless natural beauty. Every seasonhas a separate & stunning scenery to offer generously, as well as endless opportunities for enjoy-ment and well-being. The location chosen to build the Kazarma Lake Resort & Spa using stoneand wood, primarily exhibiting absolute respect for the environment, ensuring that your stay willbe an unforgettable experience of hospitality. The Kazarma Lake Resort & Spa offers comfortableand luxurious rooms, which feature extremely elegant decoration, creating this way a welcomingatmosphere. The Kazarma Lake Resort & Spa offers a total of 50 rooms, of which 2 juniorsuites, 3 ex-ecutive suites and 1 Presidential. The restaurant with its refined traditional flavors, the cafe, the baroverlooking the lake, the relaxation in one of our swimming pools as well as our Spa, combined with24-hour service, ensure your stay will be complete in the best possible way. The Spa offers a holisticrange of beauty treatments andunforgettable experiences for the body and mind. Using naturalproducts enjoy enhanced relaxation and refresh your mind by selecting Spa treatmentsin a calmand peaceful atmosphere. www.herakliotravel.gr | 209

VolosDomotel Xenia Volos, 5*The leader hotel in Volos, awarded as one of the best hotels in Greece. Domotel Xenia Volos hotel islocated on the best city location, jist one breath away from the Pelion mountain which was the sum-mer residence of Gods and the Centaurs’ homeland according to the Greek mythology. At the foot ofMt Pelion, in the cove of Pagasitikos Gulf Domotel Xenia Volos hotel has created during the last yearsits own…myth providing hospitality services for a… divine accommodation. With absolute respect tothe cultural heritage of “Xenia” buildings that had been some of the most brilliant examples of Greekarchitecture in the 20th century, the hotel was built in the 60’sand is characteristic of the postwar mod-ernism in Volos. It has been fully renovated , its outlets have been updated and the hotel has beentransformed into a modern 5-star city and conventions resort for a relaxing accommodation. It is not bychance that since June 2006 when Domotel Xenia Volos started to operate, it immediately gained aleading position in its category in the broader area.210 | www.herakliotravel.gr

KarditsaDomotel Arni, 4*Hotel Domotel Arni, is a 4 star hotel in Karditsa and the second member of the boutique and life-style hotel-chain Domotel hotels in GreeceDesigned by a French architect, it is one of the first hotels in the Balkans (it welcomed its first guestsin 1921) and it is a rare sample of rococo architecture. After its renovation in 2006, Domotel Arni hastransformed into an A class traditional hotel, presenting an environment ideal for relaxation, busi-ness and recreational activities.The high quality services of our 4 star hotel in Karditsa and the customer-based approach makes itthe ideal destination for amazing getaways and business meetings. Its location (at the junction oftwo key motorways leading: to the central square of Karditsa city, to the Plastira lake, to the Pertouliski center, to Elati, to Meteora, to Trikala city and to Argithea) offers a great variety of choices forshort trips and sightseeing in Trikala and Karditsa areas. www.herakliotravel.gr | 211

KefaloniaThe largest of the Ionian Islands in westernGreece, Kefalonia is known for the amaz-ing beaches and its natural beauty due toits diversified geological structure. Don’tmiss a visit to Drogarati Caves and MelisaniLake amongst the most significant sightson the island

KefaloniaApostolata Island Resort & Spa 5*Apostolata Elios Island Resort is situated on the South-East coast of the island of Kefalonia. Set ona hillside which slopes gently to the sea with wonderful panoramic views. The village of Skala is 4km from the hotel, whilst the village of Poros is 7 km away. The Apostolata Elios Island Resort is a firstclass hotel and comprises of 166 rooms offering double inland view / sea views, superior, suite andMaisonette. Rooms are overlooking the Ionian Sea and some of them have land view. Discover theHellenic and Mediterranean culinary in the resort’s restaurants. In the open buffet restaurant “SeaPear” you can taste all kind of flavors, while some courses are cooked in front of you in show cook-ing. At the “Zephyros” pool restaurant you can enjoy snacks and Italian courses as well as fresh fish.Finally at the “Ostrako” a la carte restaurant you will taste the creative Greek culinary in a gourmetedition. The perfect way to indulge your senses and rejuvenate your body is by visiting the spa areawhere a wide range of treatments and trained therapists are at your disposal. You can also pack-age your treatments of preference so that you can enjoy them over the course of your stay. www.herakliotravel.gr | 213

KefaloniaApollonion Resort & Spa 5*Apollonion Resort & Spa hotel kefalonia is a newly built resort situated in the area of Xi in Kefalonia,well known for its long golden sandy beach and specifically in the picturesque western side of theisland of Kefalonia called Lixouri. Apollonion Resort & Spa offers exceptional services, luxurious andrelaxed stays for leisure and business guests. The Health & Spa center offers a relaxed atmosphereand a variety of treatments. Well organized banqueting and conference facilities are also avail-able. Apollonion Resort & Spa has in total 127 rooms divided in 6 types, all equipped and decoratedto high standards. “La Primavera” Restaurant is situated in a separate building next to the hotel’slobby. It is characterized by its unique architectural structure and its warm luxurious environment.Greek and Mediterranean dishes are served with a wide selection of savoury and sweet dishes. Atthe pool area the Greek summer restaurant is a perfect combination of Greek and Mediterraneandishes. Refreshing Cocktails are served at the Pool Bar overlooking our 46 meter pool and under thecalming sound of the Water Fall, Greenery and Trees all together creating the resort’s Oasis.214 | www.herakliotravel.gr

KefaloniaIonian Emerald Hotel, 5*Built in 2009 at a privileged position overlooking the Ionian Sea, Ionian Emerald Resort is a luxurious5 star hotel in Kefalonia located just 2 Km away from the popular Sami town in Karavomylos (Kara-vomilos) Village. The hotel is one of the most attractive travel spots and destinations as it combinesthe virgin natural green landscape, amazing beach and warm waters, luxurious accommodationand resort facilities, alternative travel venues, convention, business and wedding facilities, andmostly the unique and traditional Greek Hospitality. The exemplary service of Ionian Emerald Hotel& Resort will offer you moments, with exclusive amenities and facilities. The luxurious accommoda-tion, with views over the Ionian Sea, the direct access to Agia Eythimia, lake Melissani, cave Drog-karati and other beautiful beaches, make it the ideal combination for magnificent holidays. IonianEmerald Resort Hotel in Kefalonia offers high quality of food and beverages facilities. You can enjoymodern and traditional Greek cuisine, delicious and gourmet tastes and local wines with amazingtaste and aroma in the restaurant with an amazing view to the Ionian Sea. www.herakliotravel.gr | 215

ChiosChios is located in the North East AegeanSea and is known as one of the most likelybirthplaces of Homer. One of the most im-portant products is Mastic, which is unique-ly produced on it. It is famous and world -widely renowned for its aroma and taste.

ChiosChios Chandris, 4*A fully renovated hotel, the Chios Chandris overlooks the picturesque harbour and is just five minutedrive from the island’s museums, castles, the market place and two minutes from the sandy beach.139 tastefully decorated bedrooms, suites and studios are comfortable and quiet with balconieslooking into the picturesque port, the swimming pool and the citrus groves of Kambos. Buffet break-fast and buffet dinner are served at Chios Chandris’ restaurant. Guests can also enjoy drinks andcocktails at the on-site bar.The Chios Chandris can host conferences for up to 200 participants. The hotel can organize recep-tions, weddings and other social events with our outside catering services. Moreover larger confer-ences may use the state of the art Homerion Conference Centre in Chios. www.herakliotravel.gr | 217