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2 Holiday Quotation Date: 03/11/2014 Agent: Not Just Travel Isle of Wight web: Agent Phone: Agent Please find below details of the quotation we have created for you. Should you have any further queries please contact us on the details supplied above Passengers Passenger Names PASSENGER 1 PASSENGER 2 Age Adult Adult Travel Details Flights Outbound Departs DATE 10/MAY/2015 TIME 08:35 LONDON GATWICK Arrives DATE 10/MAY/2015 TIME 14:05 ZANTE Return Departs DATE 20/MAY/2015 TIME 12:00 ZANTE Arrives DATE 20/MAY/2015 TIME 13:35 LONDON GATWICK Luggage Allowance: included 20 kilos per person plus cabin allowance. Transfers Coach transfer is included in this holiday Accommodation Duration: Accommodation: Room Type: Board Basis: 10 nights DIANA PALACE HOTEL, ARGASSI, ZANTE TWIN / DOUBLE ROOM ALL INCLUSIVE Travel Insurance We will be pleased to offer a competitive quote for your travel insurance

3 Price Price Breakdown: Adult Price 2 x TOTAL All prices shown are subject to change without prior notice. A deposit option is available on this holiday and the would be a total of 265pp

4 Diana Palace Argassi, Zante Set within colourful landscaped gardens just a stone's throw from an enticing beach, this tastefully arranged property provides comfortable accommodation for all ages. A laid back, friendly atmosphere prevails here, allowing you to enjoy the endless comforts and amenities at your leisure. When you come to explore, the centre of Argassi is on your door step. Accommodation Hotel room for up to 3 adults consists of Twin or double beds Bath, shower and wc Hairdryer Minibar Satellite TV Fridge Safety deposit box Air-conditioning (June-September - limited hours) Balcony or terrace Hotel rooms for up to 4 adults and Family rooms for up to 4 adults available at a supplement Activities Pool table Billiards All Inclusive means Meals: Full board with buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner. Snacks 3.30pm-4.30pm. Afternoon tea 4.30pm-5.30pm. Drinks: Unlimited locally produced alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks 10am-11pm. Activities: Table tennis and gym. Children: Ice-cream 10am-6pm. Entertainment: Full day and evening entertainment 6 days a week. Entertainment Regular day and evening entertainment Greek night Facilities 2 swimming pools FREE sunbeds and parasols Internet access FREE WiFi access in public areas TV area For Children Separate children's pool Playground FREE cots and high chairs Key Facts Nearest beach: 200 metres Centrally located 130 rooms Lifts: 3 Child age: 2-12 years Official rating: 4 star Some facilities and activities may incur a local charge

5 Meals and Drinks Buffet-style restaurant Pool bar serving snacks Lobby bar Entertainment bar Board Basis All Inclusive Diana Palace To view a video of this property click on the play button.

6 Zakynthos Overview The Ionian island of Zakynthos (also called Zante) has been colourfully billed as 'the green island of poetry, song and love', mainly because it was the home of Dionysios Solomos, who wrote the Greek national anthem, 'The Hymn to Liberty'. Arriving in Zakynthos by ferry is certainly a poetic experience: the picturesque town curves around a bay dominated by a Venetian Fortress and the St Dennis Cathedral. Zakynthos town is reminiscent of Venice with its historic St Mark's Square and Solomos Square, lined by reconstructed neoclassical buildings. The Solomos Mausoleum is a museum dedicated to the island's aristocracy of bygone days, while the Byzantine Museum sports splendid icons and frescoes salvaged from the island's beautiful medieval churches, destroyed in the massive earthquake of The main attraction for visitors, however, is the triangular shaped island's 57 miles (92km) of coastline, particularly on the eastern and southern flanks, which are blessed with beautiful bays. Favourites are the white sandy beaches of Lagana and Geraka, also renowned for being the nesting grounds of the Caretta- Caretta sea turtles. Inland, the mountain villages lure holidaymakers away from the beach to sample some local hospitality and good food and wine, and to explore monasteries tucked away among the greenery. Tourism has become the main income earner for this popular resort island, but the rapid development of infrastructure in recent years has not depleted its traditional charm - Zakynthos remains pleasantly poetic. Entertainment Nightlife Zakynthos nightlife offers visitors a variety of entertainment including pubs, bars and nightclubs. The trendiest spots are on the south end of the island, mostly in Laganas, Argassi, Kalamaki, Tsilivi and Alykes. Q Bar in the Laganas resort has good music and even better cocktails, while Molly Malone's Irish pub in Tsilivi has big screen TVs for sport fanatics. In Argassi, Red Lion serves draft beers and shows all the latest movies. Two Brothers in Tsilivi is also very popular. Argassi's Barrage nightclub is a great place to hear some techno, house and commercial dance music, and Ghetto in Laganas has a massive sound system. Also in Laganas, sip exotic cocktails and watch the fire show at Rescue. Clubs and bars tend to come and go but there is always a variety on offer on Zakynthos and it is not hard to seek out a good time after dark. For those who would rather avoid the noise and bustle at night it is also possible to slip away from the partying crowds and enjoy a romantic meal or drink somewhere. The nightlife is good but it does not dominate the island as it does at some of the resorts, and it is possible to avoid it. Zante is therefore suitable for family holidays. Shopping Shopping in Zakynthos will not go unrewarded; the island has a vast array of goods to entice visitors. The main shopping area is Alexander Street in Zakynthos town, but there are also gift and souvenir shops at many of the holiday resorts. Usually the resort shops are rather commercial in their offerings so while they are useful for the odd item, clothes and any touristy souvenirs you may want, it is best to make an effort to buy genuine crafts from the locals or to explore the markets and stalls in the villages - where you are almost certain to get better deals as well. It is not difficult to find great local produce in Zante, which has a vibrant shopping scene. Shoppers in Zakynthos will find everything from designer labels, jewellery and leather goods to embroidery, olive wood carvings and ceramics. The most popular Zakynthos souvenirs include locally produced mandolato(nougat) and cheese. During peak summer the shopping hours are quite long and many of the shops catering to tourists don't close over lunch, but those visiting off-season may find that many of the shops and restaurants are closed or have reduced hours. Places to Visit

7 Sightseeing Zakynthos is a wonderful destination for a relaxing holiday, its main attraction being the gorgeous, unspoilt beaches and turquoise waters. The Vassilikos area has some of the best beaches, including St Nicholas and Gerakas. Loggerhead sea turtles can be seen at the National Marine Park in Laganas Bay. The Smugglers Cove Shipwreck is a must-see, as are the Blue Caves near the village of Volimes. There are many fun boat trips around the island for visits to lovely beaches and attractions like the caves and shipwreck. Another must for those who love secluded and unspoiled beaches is a visit to the remarkable Marathonisi island which is a protected environment with no touristic development as it is a breeding ground for turtles. Take your own snacks and water and enjoy a day on your own paradise island - there are some sea caves you can swim out to and a small snack boat that sometimes circles the island. Within the lush interior of Zante there are also surprises for visitors, like the small monasteries. And the town of Zakynthos is very attractive and a pleasure to stroll around. There are some good museums to investigate including the Solomos Mausoleum and the Byzantine Museum. Zante Beaches Region/City:Zakynthos Zante is renowned for unspoilt beaches and rich marine life and it is a great island for nature-lovers. The beaches on the island are also known for their beautiful emerald green water. The region of Vassilikos has some of the best beaches on the island and a favourite is St Nicholas, which has great watersports facilities. Gerakas is also very popular, voted one of Greece's best beaches. Gerakas is a long, sandy beach with lovely and unusual rock formations. Many of the holiday resorts have their own beaches for visitors to enjoy, and these are the Zante beaches with the best amenities; generally the beaches do not have restaurants and bars because their lack of development is their greatest attraction. The Kalamaki, Porto Zoro and Laganas beaches are all beautiful. Loggerhead sea turtles can be seen at Laganas Bay, home to the National Marine Park. Navagio beach is also a great favourite, famous for its shipwreck: the 'Panagiotis' was wrecked in 1982 while smuggling a large cargo of cigarettes and trying to evade a customs patrol in stormy weather. There is a view point (of somewhat dubious stability) from which the wreck can be seen, and there are also boat trips available to the beach where the ship lies. Blue Caves Region/City:Zakynthos On the west coast of Zante, near the village of Volimes, visitors will be enthralled by stunning views of the Blue Caves. The water in the caves captures and reflects light in every imaginable shade of blue, a surreal phenomenon to experience. The caves look best at sunrise and sunset, or from under the water while scuba diving. There is also wonderful snorkelling to be enjoyed. The Blue Caves are only accessible by sea but there are many boats that make this excursion. Often the boat trips to the caves are combined with Navagio beach and the shipwreck there, or a round island trip. The smaller boats, which seat up to 25 passengers, are generally far more pleasant than the ships which carry over 300, not least of all because the smaller craft can actually sail into the caves which is a magical experience. If you experience motion sickness or sea sickness be sure to take some medication with you as the boat ride can be fairly lengthy. Although the Blue Caves proper are only accessible by boat and can't be reached by swimming, there is a walk down to the beach from the lighthouse at Skinari from where you can swim to some lovely caves from a bathing platform and explore at your leisure. Marathonisi Island Region/City:Zakynthos Marathonisi is a small island in Laganas Bay, completely unspoilt by human inhabitants. There are two main beaches on this island: the white sands of the larger beach are the nesting area of the endangered Caretta Caretta (Loggerhead) sea turtle; and the smaller pebble beach is home to a couple of interesting sea caves. You can swim into these caves, or paddle a boat around them, and they create a snorkeller's paradise. The Monachus sea seal, also an endangered species, also visits the island to reproduce and visitors may even be lucky enough to see some of these rare animals. The natural pine, olive and green oak forests on the island are another beautiful attraction. There is no development on the island, which is part of the National Marine Park, and visitors are advised to take water and supplies for the day. There is a little picnic snack boat which circles the island and provides refreshments to visitors but it is best to assume you'll be fending for yourself so long as you are on the deserted island. The National Park ensures

8 that the beach is empty of people by sunset so that the turtles, who come ashore at night, are not disturbed.