Beach Fun 05 Mar 2004
Out With the New, in With the Old; Ancient Country Attracts the 'it' Crowd

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All eyes are now on Greece in 2004 as the Athens Olympic Games rev up, but there�s more hot sporting activity going on in the region. Vacationers are finding it hard to resist the temptation of the Greek Isles � Contiki�s Mykonos Resort � a new Greek island resort devoted exclusively to 18- to 35-year-olds. Opening May 15, the Contiki Mykonos Resort features 150 newly renovated rooms, �Blue� a state-of-the-art nightclub, gymnasium, Internet caf�, tennis courts, beach bar and water sports center. Guests can also make and imbibe the �hottest� and �coolest� drinks in Greece with the Cocktail Mixology Course.

For visitors looking for history and ancient culture, in addition to immersing themselves in nightlife and recreation, Contiki offers a half-day excursion to the nearby island of Delos, home to many archeological sites in the Mediterranean, rich with ancient ruins of temples, markets and theater.

The new resort is situated on the famous Kalafatis Bay in a European four-star, Greek Category A hotel. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag by the European Union for meeting its standards for cleanliness, safety and pollution and is conveniently located nearby the island�s city center and airport.

�Contiki chose Mykonos in Greece for its resort location because of the island�s rich culture, beautiful locale and historical significance,� said Frank Marini, president, Contiki. �It�s also one of the popular spots in the Mediterranean and our guests will come here from all over the world to have the time of their lives on one of the best beaches in the region.�

The Contiki Mykonos Resort is the second resort property to carry the Contiki name, with the first resort on Great Keppel Island, Australia. Located on one of Greece�s best known islands, the Mykonos Resort boasts rooms with sea and garden views that include a private balcony, veranda, or small courtyard, with air conditioning, TV, telephone, mini-fridge, hairdryer, toiletries and towels, private bathroom, and brunch and dinner included daily. Many optional activities such as scuba diving, sea kayaking, snorkeling, wind surfing and other water sports are available at a low additional cost for resort guests and can be reserved through Contiki Action Planners (CAPS) who are on site to pump up vacationers� itineraries with activities and entertainment. The new Contiki Mykonos Resort can be experienced as both a stand-alone destination and as an add-on to other Contiki tours. Prices vary from $315 for a three-night stay to $499 for five nights during peak season (June � September 25, 2004). In addition, round-trip and ferry transfer can be purchased in advance through Contiki. Clients who book 7 nights or more save $100, 5-6 nights save $50 and 3-4 nights save $25. This promotion cannot be combined with any other offer. Prices quoted are based on land-only.

ABOUT CONTIKI In business for more than 40 years, Contiki offers more than 100 escorted tours, cruises and resorts to Europe, Australia, New Zealand and North America, all specially designed for 18- to 35-year-olds. All bookings are fully commissionable. Travel agents will continue to earn commissions on airfare when booking Contiki Fly n� Tour packages. Reservations can be made using code CHU on Apollo Leisureshopper or Sabre Tourguide, or by booking online through the agents-only area of the Contiki website at www.contiki.com. For more information, call 1-800-CONTIKI.

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Media Contacts: Wayne Hart / Kathrina Calbes Contiki Holidays (714) 935-0808