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Experience the true ‘philoxenia’ with Aldemar Resorts in Crete and Olympia
‘Philoxenia’ literally translates as ‘friend to the stranger’1 — but it means so much more to
Aldemar Resorts, whose philosophy is to convey superior and authentic Greek hospitality at all of its six hotels and resorts in Crete and Olympia
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ldemar Resorts’ collection of four- and five-star hotels offer luxury and family beach holiday
experiences, with great facilities and outstanding dining options; all are located in superb locations. Aldemar Resorts also has two world-renowned thalasso spas, which offer natural beauty therapies and services — ideal for soothing the mind, body and spirit. Crete is the largest of all the Greek
islands, with around 685 of glorious coastline, and has been attracting visitors for centuries. Here, Aldemar Resorts has two five-star hotels, the Aldemar Royal Mare Talasso Resort and the Knossos Royal Villas, and two beach hotels, the five-star Knossos Royal and the four-star Cretan Village. Te hotels
are minutes located just 25 from Heraklion Airport
close to the lively northern town of Hersonissos. Many of the island’s most popular attractions are close by, including the ancient Palace of Knossos, capital of the Minoan civili- sation and considered the oldest city in Europe, dating back to 7000 BC.
Te hotels are located in a stunning region called Ilia. A magnet for Athenians for centuries, it’s been one of Greece’s best-kept secrets up until recently
Close by too is the archaeological
museum in Heraklion, one of the largest and most important archae- ology museums in Greece. Crete also has many natural wonders such as the Samaria Gorge, plus fabulous beaches, villages, wineries and museums, so it’s well worth hiring a car to explore the diverse beauty of this island, with its unique cultural and historical heritage. Moving onto the Greek main- land, Aldemar Resorts has a five-star
spa resort, the Royal Olympian and five-star beach resort the Olympian Village in the western part of
the
Peloponnese, near ancient Olympia. Tese hotels have something to suit adults and children of all ages, with excellent facilities and dining options. Te hotels are located in a stunning
region called Ilia and although this area has been attracting Athenians for centuries, it’s been one of Greece’s best-kept secrets up until quite recently. Now it’s much more acces- sible from the UK with direct flights to Kalamata. Te area is world-famous for its
archaeological significance, with the ancient site of Olympia being the jewel in its crown. Olympia has been inhab- ited since prehistoric times and was the birthplace of the Olympic Games in 776 BC. Attractions include the Altis sanc-
tuary of the gods, which, according to UNESCO, has one of the highest concentrations of masterpieces from
the ancient Greek world. Both hotels are located near to Olympia. Te area also boasts some of
Greece’s finest wineries and a back- drop of startling beauty, including mountains, long stretches of golden sandy beaches, never-ending fields and a spectacular azure coastline. Tere’s also the capital of Ilia, Pyrgos, to explore, which has a large shopping market with both old and new shops. Some of the oldest have been oper- ating for more than a century, like the Distillery Koutifari, with its fine ouzo, brandy and liqueurs in every conceivable flavour.
Why not treat yourself to a holiday in 2022 with Aldemar Resorts and find out for yourself what Greek hospitality is all about. For more information visit:
aldemar-resorts.gr
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https://www.mysteriousgreece.com/2016/05/true- meaning-philoxenia/
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