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The
Barceló Riviera
Resort & Spa is situated in one of the most picturesque areas
in the touristy north of Malta, just across the channel from the sister
islands of Gozo and Comino. The resort enjoys a quiet and relaxing location,
immersed in pristine countryside and boasting unspoilt shoreline and sea.
The Riviera has its own diving centre; H2O Divers - a professionally run PADI centre.
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Above:
An aerial view of the Riviera Resort.
(click the image for larger picture)
Below:
Pool & sun terrace area.
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Introduction:
The Barceló
Riviera Resort & Spa enjoys a tranquil location, right on the seafront
and surrounded by countryside for kilometres in every direction. Footpaths
and country lanes take the wanderer or cyclist along the waterfront or
along the cliff tops, past acacia, carob and fig trees, rubble walls,
small cultivated fields, medieval watch towers, chapels, religious statues,
farmers' stone huts and wind-driven agricultural water pumps.
The road to the Gozo
ferry terminal is level and follows the coastline for two kilometres,
providing spectacular views of the South Comino Channel and the Islands
of Gozo and Comino. The Island of Comino is a protected nature reserve,
famous for its Blue Lagoon, a sought after swimming spot during the summer
months. It lies directly in front of the Resort and small, colourful ferry
boats sail to and from this island from the pier located opposite the
Resort's lobby.
Mellieha Bay, the
island's largest sandy beach is just a couple of minutes away by car or
bus. A regular public bus service connects the resort to all major towns
on the island including the historic capital Valletta, the nightspots
of St. Julian's and the shopping mecca of Sliema.
The fresh and stylish
architecture, design and décor combined with professional leadership
and teamwork reflects the highest standards of hospitality and service. All areas and facilities
are accessible by persons with special needs and the lack of traffic makes
it particularly suitable for those seeking peace & quite, fresh air
and a safe and clean environment. |
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Restaurants
& Bars:
The Resort's open-air terraces, stylish lounges, bars and restaurants
offer ample opportunity to savour the Mediterranean cuisine and the romantic
seaside atmosphere. Mirasol Restaurant
- Dine in a relaxed atmosphere, in the most elegant surroundings.
The Resort's main restaurant offers buffet breakfast, lunches and dinners
as well as an a la carte menu and wine list. It is located on the ground
floor and is easily accessible by persons of all ages.
Bistro Sol e Mar - features a full coffee shop style counter and
its own satellite kitchen. It will offer popular cuisine including pizza
and pasta, salads and main courses with a Mediterranean flavour and emphasis
on fresh ingredients. It is also located on the ground floor for easy
accessibility. |
The
Charley Noble Pub - located at ground level and decorated in a maritime
style, for pre-or after-dinner drinks, will serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages and provide live music as part of the entertainment program.
The Lobby Lounge - is a popular meeting point offering hot and cold
beverages and pastries in the Lobby area with magnificent views of the Islands
of Comino and Gozo.
The Lookout Bar - situated on the pool deck enjoying magnificent
sea views from its elevated position. Serving a wide range of meals and
beverages including summer barbecues with live entertainment.
La Bodega Wine Bar - located below the Bistro Sol e Mar, provides
an intimate, secluded atmosphere, will serve selected local and imported
wines, delicacies and themed specialties in an intimate ambience. Its location
away from guest rooms and public areas makes it ideal for group entertainment,
live music and dancing. |
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Above:
The Bistro Sol e Mar.
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The
Elysium Spa.
An atmosphere of complete relaxation and harmony for the physical, mental
and spiritual well-being. The
Elysium is all about self indulgence. Today's lifestyle makes it more important
than ever to de-stress, but people are often too busy to devote time to
true relaxation. Our aim is to restore people both mentally and physically
without taking up too much of their valuable time.
Walking into the Spa
you will find a magnificent swimming pool with jacuzzi and surrounding
relaxation area. Reception is further along through a glass fronted entrance,
with the nutrition bar offering light snacks, herbal teas and fruit. The
gym features the latest high-tech, cardio-vascular equipment and toning
machines. The dance studio is right next door offering classes namely
strike aerobics, tai-chi, basic step, body sculpt, tums, bums & thighs,
circuit training and classes using bands, tubes, weights and bars. Aquaerobics
classes are also offered on a daily basis.
The Elysium Spa focuses
on thalasso therapies like our magnificent Rasul Bath, Body Blitz, Vichy
Shower, Hydromassage Bed, two Hydrotherapy Tubs, Sabbia Med, Solarium
and a Hydrojet pool guaranteed to ease any muscle tension.
Our Beauty and Massage
rooms offer a wide range of treatments using well known products such
as Thalgo and Eve Taylor Aromatherapy. Special programmes have been devised
for the best possible service, however guests can custom design their
own special package. The ambience is completed with glowing candles, essential
oil diffusers and soft, ethereal music. |
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Accommodation:
Most of the 200 lavishly furnished guest rooms, including a number of
suites, enjoy an enchanting view of the Mediterranean Sea and the islands
of Comino and Gozo. Others enjoy views of the tranquil Maltese countryside
or views of the bay. All rooms have air-conditioning and central heating,
satellite TV and radio, direct dial telephone, mini bar, safety deposit
box, data port connection and ensuite bathroom complete with hairdryer. A choice of room types
is available to suit our guests' special requirements; Non smoking rooms,
rooms for the physically challenged and family/interconnecting rooms are
also available. |
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'H2O Divers' are based at the Barcelo Riviera Resort and they offer a fresh, friendly and professional atmosphere, yet still packed with fun and excitement!
The centre is well equipped with the latest dive equipment, together with new vehicles and also a purposely designed dive boat (RIB) to ensure that you receive safe and quick access to the incredible sites that Malta, Gozo and Comino have to offer. H20 Divers offer a wide range of boat dives and many fantastic shore dives.
The full range of PADI courses is available, from beginner 'learn to dive' level, right up to PADI Professional level courses. Those already qualified to dive can choose from selection of dive packs, which can include only boat dives, only shore dives, or a combination of boat & shore. If you do not have your own dive equipment, then this can be pre-booked too. All these diving services can be pre-booked through Aquatours at our special rates, in conjunction with your Aquatours holiday. |
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 What is 'PADI'?
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PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is by far the largest diver training organisation and certifies more divers than all the rest of the dive training organisations in the world put together. With a PADI Certificate you can guarantee that your course certification will be recognised anywhere in the world.
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ACCOMPANIED
(GUIDED) DIVE PACKS |
Tanks
& weights |
Full
Equipment |
| 10 dive pack (combination of boat dives & shore dives) |
£216 |
+£45 |
| 6
dive pack (shore dives) |
£119 |
+£23 |
| 1
dive / Per shore dive |
£call |
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Our dive
pack prices include transport
to & from the dive sites - others charge extra for this!!.
If you have your own transport e.g. hire
car - then you can make a saving of up to £40 - call us. |
Unaccompanied
diving can be arranged - please contact us for a quote.
You must be PADI Advanced or above and ideally familiar with diving
Malta & Gozo. Car hire is also necessary. |
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Our
prices include transport to & from the dive sites and include certification
fees. Do others?
Discounts are available for those using their own hire car. |
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PADI
DIVING COURSES |
| One
try dive, inc. equipment hire and road transportation - Price
£30. (Half day). |
PADI
Discover Scuba Diving Course - Price
£57. (1 day).
This is a two dive course specifically designed for those who wish
to venture further than the confines of a pool. It includes enjoyable
experience where you will master specific scuba skills and concepts
before embarking on a complete open water dive. When you enjoy your
scuba experience, and wish to continue with your diving education
we can credit your Discover Scuba Diving experience towards your Scuba
Diver Course or the full PADI Open Water Diver Course. |
PADI
Open Water Diver Course (learn-to-dive course)
- Price £240. (4 or 5 days).
This is the entry level certification for the budding enthusiast.
Reward yourself and receive an internationally recognised qualification
which enables you to dive under similar conditions anywhere in the
world. After five dives in confined water you are introduced to four
open water dives. |
PADI
Advanced Open Water Diver Course - Price £150.
(3 days).
Gives you the opportunity to continue your education and open up new
areas of diving: deep diving, night diving, underwater navigation,
wreck diving, multi level diving, search and recovery, are just some
of the areas which are waiting for you to discover. Price includes
5 adventure dives (see description above), 2 core and 3 elective dives,
green certification card, and use of all equipment.*(Boat Dives Lm6
extra - Cameras Lm10.00 extra)
Prerequisites: Open Water Diver |
PADI
Emergency First Response (Medic First Aid). - Price
£75. (1 day).
This is a one day course for divers and non-divers alike. People recognize
the need for basic training in emergency medical procedures both on
land and at sea. Course consists of 4 sessions in practical First
Aid and CPR. Price includes certification card and use of all equipment.
Prerequisites: None |
PADI
Rescue Diver Course - Price £194.
(3 days).
This course makes the subject of accident prevention and management
not only fun but extremely rewarding! Before this course the emphasis
has been on basic accident prevention and safe diving. The Rescue
Course takes you to the next level, expanding your knowledge to include
accident management and rescue techniques.
Prerequisites: AOWD + Emergency First Response |
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Further
courses available on request. |
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PADI
SPECIALITY COURSES |
All PADI speciality courses available - ask us for a quote for the course you are interested in. |
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Aquatours are always happy to offer advise
