Olympic Holidays - Summer Sun 2018 Brochure

Olympic Holidays is a family-owned UK travel specialist with more than 60 years of experience arranging holidays to Greece, the Greek Islands and Cyprus. Founded in the 1960s, the company has been an ABTA member since 1972 and holds its own ATOL licence (number 4108), giving customers comprehensive financial protection on all bookings. Known as "the Island Specialist", Olympic Holidays has built its reputation on insider knowledge of hotels and long-standing relationships with hoteliers across the Mediterranean. The company has won a Gold award at the British Travel Awards for nine consecutive years, reflecting consistently high customer satisfaction.

Sun, Sea and the Greek Islands

Greece and its islands remain at the heart of what Olympic Holidays does best. The 2018 Summer Sun collection brought together island-hopping itineraries, family beach breaks and lively resort holidays across destinations including Corfu, Rhodes, Kos, Zante, Crete and Kefalonia. Travellers could mix and match islands on multi-centre itineraries, taking in the charm of smaller Cyclades islands alongside the well-known resort beaches of the Ionian. The company's depth of knowledge means hotels are hand-picked rather than simply contracted in bulk, and properties range from five-star resorts to small, family-run traditional hotels.

Balearic Islands and Lively Resorts

The 2018 Summer Sun brochure also covered the Balearic Islands, with Ibiza standing out as the headline destination for those seeking a livelier holiday. Ibiza's combination of daytime beaches and world-renowned nightlife made it a popular choice in the collection. Menorca offered a calmer alternative within the same island group, with a focus on family activities, local cultural festivals and quieter coves – a contrast to its neighbour that appealed to couples and families alike.

Cyprus – Year-Round Sunshine

Cyprus featured prominently in the collection as a destination suited to a longer holiday season. Olympic Holidays highlighted the island's golden beaches alongside its inland landscape of vineyards, pine-covered mountains and ancient archaeological sites. All-inclusive options were available across the Cyprus range, allowing families and couples to enjoy a fully catered break without managing day-to-day costs on holiday.

Financial Protection and Booking Confidence

Every Olympic Holidays flight-based package is covered by ATOL 4108, issued by the Civil Aviation Authority. Non-flight arrangements are protected through ABTA bonding. The company has historically offered low deposits and maintained a policy of no fuel surcharges or price increases due to exchange rate fluctuations – a meaningful commitment in a market where such charges were common. Olympic Holidays is also a member of IATA and holds additional industry certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olympic Holidays still trading?

Yes. As of 2026, Olympic Holidays continues to operate and is actively selling holidays to Greece, Cyprus and other Mediterranean destinations. The company has traded continuously since the 1960s and remains family-owned.

Is Olympic Holidays ABTA and ATOL protected?

Yes. Olympic Holidays has been an ABTA member since 1972. It also holds its own Air Travel Organiser's Licence, ATOL 4108, issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, which covers flight-inclusive packages against the insolvency of the tour operator.

What destinations does Olympic Holidays specialise in?

The company's core specialisms are Greece, the Greek Islands and Cyprus, where it is widely regarded as "the Island Specialist" in the UK travel market. Its programme also extends to the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Malta, Croatia, Portugal, Spain, Egypt, Goa and The Gambia.

Does Olympic Holidays offer all-inclusive holidays?

Yes. An all-inclusive range has been a consistent part of the Olympic Holidays programme, covering a selection of hotels in Greece, Cyprus and other destinations. The range caters to families and couples who prefer a set-price arrangement covering meals and drinks at the hotel.

What awards has Olympic Holidays won?

Olympic Holidays has won the Gold award at the British Travel Awards for nine consecutive years. This award is voted for by the travelling public, making it a direct reflection of customer satisfaction rather than an industry-panel judgement.

Does Olympic Holidays charge fuel surcharges?

Historically, Olympic Holidays has operated a policy of no fuel surcharges and no price increases due to exchange rate movements after a booking is confirmed. This was highlighted as a point of difference in their brochures and marketing materials.

This brochure is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Olympic Holidays. For current details, visit the company's official website.