This year, Olam Holidays invites you to celebrate Pesach between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.
Exceptional programs. Two dream destinations. For sixteen years, Olam Holidays has crafted unforgettable, English-speaking Passover programs across Europe — because at Olam Holidays, we give you the very best. For Pesach 5787, we invite you to two shores: Crete, on the Mediterranean, and the Algarve, on the Atlantic.
A five-star resort privatized in full for Olam Holidays, opening onto 500 metres of Cretan shore — pools, spa, clubs for every age and a programme that gathers the whole family from morning to late evening.
On the edge of the Ria Formosa — one of the seven natural wonders of Portugal — where deserted islands are reached only by boat and the whitewashed lanes of Olhão begin at the door. A calmer, more intimate Chag.
A brilliant, coordinated performance by leading chefs creating a tailored, dazzling culinary Pesach experience. Prepare to tingle your tastebuds and awaken your senses: three lavish meals a day, sumptuous tea rooms, a daily Sweet-Hour, rich Israeli breakfast themed buffets and desserts designed by a first-class pastry chef — all closing with a splendid Mimouna, in the rhythms, colors and flavors of the South — from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic.
Two traditional Sedarim with handmade Shmura Matza, Ashkenazi and Sepharad minyanim, an officiating Chazan, and Mashgichim permanently on site. Enrich your spirit with fascinating lectures and daily shiurim in English by inspiring scholars — and let the evenings carry you away with cantorial shows, folklore nights and Hassidic and Oriental music.
The Olam Kids' Club combines games and wellbeing in a safe environment, run by qualified staff — a superlative day camp from 3 to 10, plus dedicated entertainment for Juniors and Teens from 11 to 17. Pools, playgrounds and shows in both destinations: unforgettable holidays for them, total peace of mind for you.
A spa in each hotel, and a full program of optional Chol Hamoed excursions — because the journey does not stop at the hotel gates.
The spa with its salt cave, hammam and sea-water indoor pool, a private Blue-Flag beach, and excursions to the Venetian old town of Rethymno, the palace of Knossos, gorges and fishing villages.
Real Spa Therapy and its 1000 m² overlooking the lagoon, five island beaches reached only by boat, and the whitewashed lanes and morning market of Olhão, the cubist fishing town.
“We enjoyed so much during our stay — delicious varied food, and interesting activities. In one word, amazing.”
★★★★★ — The Yarimi Family
“The hotel, food, service — all excellent, and the whole family had a great time.”
★★★★★ — Harvey Miller
“Thank you for a very nice Pesach. Your food was outstanding, your staff exceptional.”
★★★★★ — Jeff Shulkind, UK
Yes. Olam Holidays fully privatizes and kosherizes Aquila Rithymna Beach for the programme, under the supervision of Rabbi Eliezer Wolff (Glatt Kosher, no Kitniot, no Gebrokts).
April 20 to 30, 2027, with an optional extra Shabbat from April 30 to May 2.
The resort is 6 km from Rethymno, reachable from both Chania and Heraklion airports. Organized transfers are available — see Flight & Transfer.
Absolutely. Family rooms, Aquila Babies crèche (from 8 months) and the Olam kids club (3–12 yrs), plus a waterpark and supervised activities.
Rates are tailored per family and room type. Request a quote and our team will get back to you promptly.
April 20–30, 2027 · limited availability in both destinations
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