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10 Reasons to Book Your Villa Holiday instead of a Hotel Booking!

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Most people dream about the perfect holiday, to take them away from the stresses and tensions of daily life. However, you need to take care of several things in order to ensure you do end up having that dream holiday. One of the basics for a great getaway is the accommodation that you choose, as this is a key part of any holiday experience. Villa or a hotel, are two options for those looking for accommodation. Hotel accommodation and self-catering villas are the popular choices. While some people will automatically opt for a hotel – there are many reasons why choosing a villa could actually be the more sensible, affordable, and enjoyable choice.  Relax by the pool and enjoy those 180 degrees views over the Ionian sea 1. A Private Villa, that you can call home for the duration of your stay, gives you more space. Most luxury villas have multiple bedrooms, living room, kitchen, private pool, enclosed gardens and BBQ areas to help take your holiday to a whole new level.

Easter in Greece

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    In Greece Easter is a movable holiday based on the moon cycle. Falling on the first Sunday after the first full moon in Spring or Paschal Full Moon. The Greek Orthodox  Easter is based on the Julian Calendar, whilst in the Western (Catholics & Protestants) world use the Georgian calendar. Most years Easter in Greece falls on different dates to those in the Western world.  In 2014 Easter Sunday in Greece will be celebrated on 20th April , the same day as the Western World. The rich history and old customs of Greece are often celebrated at Easter Holidays in traditional festivals and vary from village to village. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of a typical Greek celebration. The week before Easter is 'Holy Week' . There are church services both morning and evening across this week. Palm Sunday - The Sunday before Easter will celebrate Christ's entry to Jerusalem. The Thursday before good Friday - the Greeks dye