Amaryllis Hotel - (Accommodation in Kalamaki)

Di M           

Unijet are just sending out letters that state that the Amaryllis complex has building works within the vacinity. Not a surprise really as research had indicated the complex was within the new build area. The tour operators do state that the complex apartments and studios all "look inwards" towards the complex pool and facilities and that the complex is of a typical "greek style" build and that non of the views from our balconies are contaminated. The tour operator is presently investigating the site activity time for us (we fly out on the 31st July). We will update you when we get back on the 8th August. Keep your fingers crossed for us pls

Amaryllis Hotel - (Accommodation in Kalamaki)

Di M           

Update to our last report. Just returned from a week at this complex, It was very new, very clean, attractive and modern. The apartments and studios are all double glazed, have an excellent air conditioning system (not the normal tractor type you sometimes find when your abroad) There is an extra charge of 1.500drm per night (just under £3) but well worth the cost. The complex has a lovely pool. Not too crowded even when the place is fully booked. Brilliant for lilo wars so if you have any take them with you. Sunbeds and parasols are by the pool and are free of charge. There is a poolside bar which serves breakfasts and good snacks all day and the bar is open until the early hours of the morning. The Taverna (part of the complex) is open from 6pm until 1am and the food is competetivly priced and offers a good choice of traditional and English food (including a childrens menu which has all the kiddie favourites). The complex has a shop which is open until about 11pm. (very useful if your landing on a late flight). It is situated about 6-7 minutes walk from the beach and about 10 minutes walk from Kalamaki centre and is just off the main Laganas/Kalamaki road. Taxis are easily available and are a lot more reliable than the bus service which runs on GMT (Greek maybe time). Vertually all new build within the Kalamaki resort is located near to the end of the airport runway and this is no exception. You are very close but the noise comes in short sharp burst and is surprisingly unobtrusive. The airport is closed at night (because of the turtles)and is busiest early morning and early evening. I am a lite sleeper and the early morning flights didn't bother me at all (another good reason for air-con, you can keep your doors and windows shut) If you are a Unijet client, don't worry about the building work. It is not at all intrusive and they only work from 8am until 2pm. Gemma, the First Choice rep is excellent. Friendly, helpful and good fun. All in all, we had a really good holiday.

Zakfari Jeep Safari - (Zante Excursions)

Di M  (09 August 2001)         

Brilliant day out and a really good way to see the Island. Paul is a very good story teller and I would really recommend this trip.