10/02/2020
Congratulations Abaton Island Resort & Spa
We are very proud to announce that Abaton Island Resort & Spa has been accepted into the Virtuoso Travel.
Crete, Greece (February 2020) – Abaton Island Resort & Spa has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive
portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprised of more than 2,000 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. According to
Dr. Georgios Kaloutsakis, Deputy CEO of Abaton Island Resort Spa, inclusion in Virtuoso will open up new
sales and marketing opportunities to the network’s over 22,000 luxury travel advisors and their highly desirable
clientele. Virtuoso agencies sell (U.S.) $30 billion annually, making the network the most significant player in luxury
travel.
“Virtuoso’s acceptance process is incredibly selective, so becoming a preferred partner is a true honor,” said
Kaloutsakis. “The reputation Virtuoso member advisors have for outstanding dedication to their clients is a perfect
fit with our own bespoke approach to service. Now that we’re part of this renowned network, we look forward to
offering Virtuoso advisors and their clients special amenities, values and experiences that surpass their
expectations.”
Abaton Island Resort & Spa joins Virtuoso’s collection of the finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour
operators and other suppliers worldwide. These partners, which specialize in world-class client service and
experiences, secure Virtuoso clients superior offerings, rare opportunities and exceptional value. These prestigious
providers are able to market to Virtuoso clients via network vehicles and to Virtuoso agencies through multiple
communications channels and events, including Virtuoso Travel Week, luxury travel’s largest worldwide gathering.
Abaton’s acceptance into Virtuoso gives it direct relationships with the world’s leading leisure travel agencies in
North and Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.
Playing a crucial role in Crete’s renaissance as a luxury tourism destination, Abaton Island Resort & Spa is an
elegant, family-run hotel that offers guests a wider lifestyle experience in an exclusive and private setting. The
Cycladic-style hotel opened in 2018 and is home to 152 minimalist villas, suites, and guestrooms; 71 rooms with
pools; a 1,200-foot coastline with three different beaches and a natural lagoon; fitness center; an Elemis spa; and
five distinct restaurants and bars, plus Buddha-Bar Beach, which was the first Buddha-bar in Crete. From educating
guests on the local marine flora and fauna, to offering an authentic taste of Crete, Abaton Island Resort & Spa takes
travelers on a journey through Cretan culture and history, combining the local traditions with distinctive
contemporary touches.
For more information about Abaton Island Resort & Spa, call +30 28970 26410 or visit www.abaton.gr.