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young guests are entertained at the mini club, take part
in family fun and explore in safety in a vacation they will
remember for a lifetime.

eye of fully trained professionals. And when an active day
at the beach draws to an end, everyone's mind is on a
scrumptious meal – and Candia Park village offers ample
tasty options. Agapi restaurant, named after the Greek
word for love, awaits by the pool at the main square, with
a buffet full of traditional Greek and comfort food, snacks
and desserts that the entire family will fall in love with. To
Fili taverna, Greek for kiss, is a traditional open-air taverna
for the most daring little ones to discover the flavors of fresh
seafood. Plori poolbar serves beverages that include freshly
pressed juice from local oranges and assorted fruit for the
kids. It wouldn't be accurate to say that Candia Park village
is just kid-friendly; it is a warm, hospitable experience for
the entire family to savor, an introduction to the Cretan way
of life that feels comfortable and inviting. The Mini Blues
club, for children aged 4-12, is a true paradise, running
children’s programs with themed days; educational games;
theater play and costumes; face painting; arts and crafts;
and treasure hunting that won’t let them get bored even for
an instant. From the donkey they will load with fruits and
vegetables to sea-conquering pirates, games will last till
sunset. And then – who knows? A magician might produce
a treasure out of his sleeve, or a a kids movie screening
the family experience might be organized in the main square, complete with fresh
popcorn. As part of the bluegr ethos and green philosophy,
Delivering fun in the sun and exciting family Candia Park village also organizes a series of environmental
adventures. activities and experiential learning events for children and
adults every summer. From blue bicycles and getting to
Crete is an ideal destination for families with kids, and know the Cretan nature and lifestyle to Greek mythology
Candia Park village in Agios nikolaos has been created adventures and picking vegetables right from the plot,
not just to welcome children’s laughter, natural curiosity members of the Mini Blues club will strengthen their bond
and thirst for adventure but to fully cater to their every need. with nature and simply have a blast.
We embrace our guests like family, as befits the land of
hospitality, Crete. The resort has been modeled after a As for Minos Beach art hotel, everyone from babies
traditional Cretan village. From the iconic clock tower to all the way to parents (and grandparents!) are catered for.
the square where everyone meets to socialize, all the way Couples with babies and toddlers can take advantage
through to climbing flowers and picturesque buildings. of the hotel's specialized services to let loose safe in the
your little ones will have the time of their lives letting loose knowledge that their young ones are taken great care of
in a safe setting, making new friends, exploring the beach by certified professionals. From babysitting to highchairs
and gardens and discovering the wonders of the Aegean in the restaurants, cribs in your room and special lunches
Sea. Its hospitality standards are sky-high, the heart of made exclusively for children from pure ingredients, family
Candia Park village is joyful and carefree, like a child. vacations are effortless at Minos Beach. As for bluegr's
Accommodation makes a really great first impression: Miramare suites & villas at the amazing beach of Ixia,
Family rooms are spacious, comfortably accommodating Rhodes, this hospitality gem on the "island of the knights"
both parents and children, and offering views over the sea doesn't only provide the very best in accommodation
and extensive gardens. There is a children's pool, built to but also their hub to set off on an array of exciting, safe
the highest standards of safety, while two fully organized experiences of adventure, exploration and history – not to
private beaches await the entire family, providing safe mention endless fascinating hours playing with the sand
waters, surfside fun and even watersports under the watchful and the surf on the spectacular beach.

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