![]() ![]() Thousands of butterflies live in the middle of a lush green forest with stone footpaths. Yes, that’s right, it’s not just Rhodes that has butterflies but also Paros. The island also has many monasteries.ĭo not miss out on a visit to the Valley of Butterflies in the region of Psychopiana. The sculptures on the inside of the church came from the ancient temple of Demeter that once stood on the island, while the church’s baptismal font, on the south side of the church, is the oldest in the whole of Orthodox Christendom. This Byzantine monument is unique in Greece and was built by Constantine the Great and Saint Helen, to the designs of the same architects who built the church of Agia Sophia in Istanbul. The island is also a destination for religious tourism, primarily for the holy pilgrimage to Ekatontapiliani in Parikia, where the Dormition of the Panagia is celebrated every 15 August. The “castle” is nothing more than the remains of the Frankish castle, which the Duke of Naxos, Marco Sanudo, built in the 13th century to protect the island from pirates. You will be captivated by the architecture at noble Lefkes, which also has the best view in the whole island.Ĭlimb up the Castle hill, above the port of Parikia, to enjoy a stunning view and marvel at the sunset. Cosmopolitan Naousa, one of the most beautiful villages in all the Cyclades, will enchant you and provide the perfect backdrop for photographs of its whitewashed lanes and picturesque little port. Wit its welcoming climate, attractions ancient and modern, and the legendary hospitality of Greeks, it’s no surprise that Greece is a bestseller at ACV.Visit the island’s wonderful villages: the lanes of the capital Parikia are ideal for walking. Sales have been brisk for 2023, she added, recommending that clients book now for 2024. “With other FIT’s there’s not necessarily a guarantee of quality, but our staff visit each hotel and each landmark.” “We strive to create authentic experiences, as travellers today want real, immersive experiences – the restaurants, the hotels, the excursions,” Melissa Iantosca, ACV’s Manager of Corporate Communications told the group. Plus, in response to consumers’ wishes for more “authentic” experiences, the operator includes More Moments experiences with many of the Greek itineraries. With all programs, 1 checked bag is free of charge and all land programs include daily breakfast. ![]() And with airfare, all transfers, and inter-island transportation via fast ferry or hydrofoil included, “like so many of our tours, it feels like an FIT,” Matthew Djorsev, Manager of National Accounts told Open Jaw.Īnd the tours are just the beginning, with other programs to Greece including their Seaside Escapes to all-inclusive resorts partially-guided tours luxury stays and rental cars. The 11-night itinerary includes stops in Athens and the islands of Santorini, Ios and Paros. Opa! What’s a Greek feast without some fireworks?Īs we were feted with a host of Mediterranean fare including Greek salad, lamb kebobs, shrimp and calamari, we learned more about the ACV’s Cycladic Explorer, just one of 30 of the operator’s popular island-hopping independent tours in Greece. That was the message at an on-theme lunch hosted by the operator in the heart of YYZ’s Greektown on 20JUN. Thanks to daily non-stop wide-bodied service from both YYZ and YUL to ATH until NOV and an array of packages, when it comes to Greece, ACV may be the perfect one-stop shop for Canadian agents. When it comes to selection, Air Canada Vacations has it made in the sun with a great array of options for clients. AVC execs Melissa Iantosca, Manager, Corporate Communications Matthew Djorsev, Manager National Accounts and Veronica Grimaldi, Director of Marketing and Brand Communications ![]()
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