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## Privacy Policy

GeneralThe following gives a simple overview of what happens to your personal information when you visit our website. Personal information is any data with which you could be personally identified. Detailed information on the subject of data protection can be found in our privacy policy found below.Data collection on our websiteIn this website no one can register, so we don’t keep user data. We only keep your data, when you send us a request form. We keep your data for a year, except when you proceed with a reservation, then your data will be kept for longer time, due to tax reasons. If you wish to see your data, send us an e-mail, and we will respond within one week.Who is responsible for the data collection on this website?The data collected on this website are processed by the website owner. The operator’s (owner) contact details can be found below:Georgios SpaniasHotel SpaniasKastraki42200 Kastraki KalambakaGreeceVAT-ID / USt-ID: EL081916742Tel.: +30 / 24320 / 75966Fax: +30 / 24320 / 75303info@hotel-spanias.com How do we collect your data?Some data are collected when you provide it to us. This could, for example, be data you enter on a contact form.Other data are collected automatically by our IT systems when you visit the website. These data are primarily technical data such as the browser and operating system you are using or when you accessed the page. These data are collected automatically as soon as you enter our website.What do we use your data for?Part of the data is collected to ensure the proper functioning of the website. Other data can be used to analyze how visitors use the site. Mostly we collect the data in case of a booking, and we keep it in order to offer you the best services.What rights do you have regarding your data?You always have the right to request information about your stored data, its origin, its recipients, and the purpose of its collection at no charge. You also have the right to request that it be corrected, blocked, or deleted. You can contact us at any time using the address given in the legal notice if you have further questions about the issue of privacy and data protection. You may also, of course, file a complaint with the competent regulatory authorities.Analytics and third-party toolsWhen visiting our website, statistical analyses may be made of your surfing behavior. This happens primarily using cookies and analytics. The analysis of your surfing behavior is usually anonymous, i.e. we will not be able to identify you from this data. You can object to this analysis or prevent it by not using certain tools. Detailed information can be found in the following privacy policy.You can object to this analysis. We will inform you below about how to exercise your options in this regard.General information and mandatory informationData protectionThe operator of this website take the protection of your personal data very seriously. We treat your personal data as confidential and in accordance with the statutory data protection regulations and this privacy policy.If you use this website, various pieces of personal data will be collected. Personal information is any data with which you could be personally identified. This privacy policy explains what information we collect and what we use it for. It also explains how and for what purpose this happens.Please note that data transmitted via the internet (e.g. via email communication) may be subject to security breaches. Complete protection of your data from third-party access is not possible.Notice concerning the party responsible for this websiteThe party responsible for processing data on this website is:Georgios SpaniasHotel SpaniasKastraki42200 Kastraki KalambakaGreeceVAT-ID / USt-ID: EL081916742Tel.: +30 / 24320 / 75966Fax: +30 / 24320 / 75303info@hotel-spanias.comThe responsible party is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly with others decides on the purposes and means of processing personal data (names, email addresses, etc.).Revocation of your consent to the processing of your dataMany data processing operations are only possible with your express consent. You may revoke your consent at any time with future effect. An informal email making this request is sufficient. The data processed before we receive your request may still be legally processed.Right to file complaints with regulatory authoritiesIf there has been a breach of data protection legislation, the person affected may file a complaint with the competent regulatory authorities. The competent regulatory authority for matters related to data protection legislation is the data protection officer of  Greece in which our company is headquartered.Right to data portabilityYou have the right to have data which we process based on your consent or in fulfillment of a contract automatically delivered to yourself or to a third party in a standard, machine-readable format. If you require the direct transfer of data to another responsible party, this will only be done to the extent technically feasible.Information, blocking, deletionAs permitted by law, you have the right to be provided at any time with information free of charge about any of your personal data that is stored as well as its origin, the recipient and the purpose for which it has been processed. You also have the right to have this data corrected, blocked or deleted. You can contact us at any time using the address given in our legal notice if you have further questions on the topic of personal data.Opposition to promotional emailsWe hereby expressly prohibit the use of contact data published in the context of website legal notice requirements with regard to sending promotional and informational materials not expressly requested. The website operator reserves the right to take specific legal action if unsolicited advertising material, such as email spam, is received.Data collection on our websiteCookiesSome of our web pages use cookies. Cookies do not harm your computer and do not contain any viruses. Cookies help make our website more user-friendly, efficient, and secure. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer and saved by your browser.Most of the cookies we use are so-called “session cookies.” They are automatically deleted after your visit. Other cookies remain in your device’s memory until you delete them. These cookies make it possible to recognize your browser when you next visit the site.You can configure your browser to inform you about the use of cookies so that you can decide on a case-by-case basis whether to accept or reject a cookie. Alternatively, your browser can be configured to automatically accept cookies under certain conditions or to always reject them, or to automatically delete cookies when closing your browser. Disabling cookies may limit the functionality of this website.Cookies which are necessary to allow electronic communications or to provide certain functions you wish to use (such as the shopping cart) are stored pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1, letter f of GDPR. The website operator has a legitimate interest in the storage of cookies to ensure an optimized service provided free of technical errors. If other cookies (such as those used to analyze your surfing behavior) are also stored, they will be treated separately in this privacy policy.[render_cookies_list]Server log filesThe website provider automatically collects and stores information that your browser automatically transmits to us in “server log files”. These are:Browser type and browser versionOperating system usedReferrer URLHost name of the accessing computerTime of the server requestIP addressThese data will not be combined with data from other sources.The basis for data processing is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, which allows the processing of data to fulfill a contract or for measures preliminary to a contract.Contact form and E-Mail requestsShould you send us questions via the contact form, we will collect the data entered on the form, including the contact details you provide, to answer your question and any follow-up questions. We do not share this information without your permission.We will, therefore, process any data you enter onto the contact form only with your consent per Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR. You may revoke your consent at any time. An informal email making this request is sufficient. The data processed before we receive your request may still be legally processed.We will retain the data you provide on the contact form until you request its deletion, revoke your consent for its storage, or the purpose for its storage no longer pertains (e.g. after fulfilling your request). Any mandatory statutory provisions, especially those regarding mandatory data retention periods, remain unaffected by this provision.In this website no one can register, so we don’t keep user data. We only keep your data, when you send us a request form. We keep your data for a year, except when you proceed with a reservation, then your data will be kept for longer time, due to tax reasons. If you wish to see your data, send us an e-mail, and we will respond within one week.We transfer all our bookings to the property manager system https://beds24.com/  MPK Systems LTD Davoser Str. 1g D-14199 Berlin. All guests who book through the online system of Beds24 can login to their booking and see their data. Beds24 provide security and comply with the new gdpr. You can see their privacy policy here https://beds24.com/legal.html Social mediaShare content via plugins (Facebook, Google+1, Twitter, etc.)The content on our pages can be shared on other social networks like Facebook, Twitter, or Google+.Our users can share the content of this page on social networks without their providers creating profiles of users’ surfing behavior.Facebook plugins (Like & Share buttons)Our website includes plugins for the social network Facebook, Facebook Inc., 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park, California 94025, USA. The Facebook plugins can be recognized by the Facebook logo or the Like button on our site. For an overview of Facebook plugins, see https://developers.facebook.com/docs/plugins/.When you visit our site, a direct connection between your browser and the Facebook server is established via the plugin. This enables Facebook to receive information that you have visited our site from your IP address. If you click on the Facebook “Like button” while you are logged into your Facebook account, you can link the content of our site to your Facebook profile. This allows Facebook to associate visits to our site with your user account. Please note that, as the operator of this site, we have no knowledge of the content of the data transmitted to Facebook or of how Facebook uses these data. For more information, please see Facebook’s privacy policy at https://www.facebook.com/policy.phpIf you do not want Facebook to associate your visit to our site with your Facebook account, please log out of your Facebook account. Analytics and advertisingGoogle AnalyticsThis website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service. It is operated by Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA.Google Analytics uses so-called “cookies”. These are text files that are stored on your computer and that allow an analysis of the use of the website by you. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is usually transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there.Google Analytics cookies are stored based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The website operator has a legitimate interest in analyzing user behavior to optimize both its website and its advertising.IP anonymizationWe have activated the IP anonymization feature on this website. Your IP address will be shortened by Google within the European Union or other parties to the Agreement on the European Economic Area prior to transmission to the United States. Only in exceptional cases is the full IP address sent to a Google server in the US and shortened there. Google will use this information on behalf of the operator of this website to evaluate your use of the website, to compile reports on website activity, and to provide other services regarding website activity and Internet usage for the website operator. The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics will not be merged with any other data held by Google.Browser pluginYou can prevent these cookies being stored by selecting the appropriate settings in your browser. However, we wish to point out that doing so may mean you will not be able to enjoy the full functionality of this website. You can also prevent the data generated by cookies about your use of the website (incl. your IP address) from being passed to Google, and the processing of these data by Google, by downloading and installing the browser plugin available at the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en.Objecting to the collection of dataYou can prevent the collection of your data by Google Analytics by clicking on the following link. An opt-out cookie will be set to prevent your data from being collected on future visits to this site: Disable Google Analytics.For more information about how Google Analytics handles user data, see Google’s privacy policy: https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245?hl=en.Outsourced data processingWe have entered into an agreement with Google for the outsourcing of our data processing and fully implement the strict requirements of the German data protection authorities when using Google Analytics.Demographic data collection by Google AnalyticsThis website uses Google Analytics’ demographic features. This allows reports to be generated containing statements about the age, gender, and interests of site visitors. This data comes from interest-based advertising from Google and third-party visitor data. This collected data cannot be attributed to any specific individual person. You can disable this feature at any time by adjusting the ads settings in your Google account or you can forbid the collection of your data by Google Analytics as described in the section “Refusal of data collection”. Google AdWords and Google Conversion TrackingThis website uses Google AdWords. AdWords is an online advertising program from Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheater Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States (“Google”).As part of Google AdWords, we use so-called conversion tracking. When you click on an ad served by Google, a conversion tracking cookie is set. Cookies are small text files that your internet browser stores on your computer. These cookies expire after 30 days and are not used for personal identification of the user. Should the user visit certain pages of the website and the cookie has not yet expired, Google and the website can tell that the user clicked on the ad and proceeded to that page.Each Google AdWords advertiser has a different cookie. Thus, cookies cannot be tracked using the website of an AdWords advertiser. The information obtained using the conversion cookie is used to create conversion statistics for the AdWords advertisers who have opted for conversion tracking. Customers are told the total number of users who clicked on their ad and were redirected to a conversion tracking tag page. However, advertisers do not obtain any information that can be used to personally identify users. If you do not want to participate in tracking, you can opt-out of this by easily disabling the Google Conversion Tracking cookie by changing your browser settings. In doing so, you will not be included in the conversion tracking statistics.Conversion cookies are stored based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The website operator has a legitimate interest in analyzing user behavior to optimize both its website and its advertising.For more information about Google AdWords and Google Conversion Tracking, see the Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en&gl=de .You can configure your browser to inform you about the use of cookies so that you can decide on a case-by-case basis whether to accept or reject a cookie. Alternatively, your browser can be configured to automatically accept cookies under certain conditions or to always reject them, or to automatically delete cookies when closing your browser. Disabling cookies may limit the functionality of this website. NewsletterNewsletter dataIf you would like to receive our newsletter, we require a valid email address as well as information that allows us to verify that you are the owner of the specified email address and that you agree to receive this newsletter. No additional data is collected or is only collected on a voluntary basis. We only use this data to send the requested information and do not pass it on to third parties.We will, therefore, process any data you enter onto the contact form only with your consent per Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR. You can revoke consent to the storage of your data and email address as well as their use for sending the newsletter at any time, e.g. through the “unsubscribe” link in the newsletter. The data processed before we receive your request may still be legally processed.The data provided when registering for the newsletter will be used to distribute the newsletter until you cancel your subscription when said data will be deleted. Data we have stored for other purposes (e.g. email addresses for the members area) remain unaffected. Plugins and toolsYouTubeOur website uses plugins from YouTube, which is operated by Google. The operator of the pages is YouTube LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA.If you visit one of our pages featuring a YouTube plugin, a connection to the YouTube servers is established. Here the YouTube server is informed about which of our pages you have visited.If you’re logged in to your YouTube account, YouTube allows you to associate your browsing behavior directly with your personal profile. You can prevent this by logging out of your YouTube account.YouTube is used to help make our website appealing. This constitutes a justified interest pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.Further information about handling user data, can be found in the data protection declaration of YouTube under https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en&gl=deGoogle MapsThis site uses the Google Maps map service via an API. It is operated by Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA.To use Google Maps, it is necessary to save your IP address. This information is generally transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there. The provider of this site has no influence on this data transfer.The use of Google Maps is in the interest of making our website appealing and to facilitate the location of places specified by us on the website. This constitutes a justified interest pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.Further information about handling user data, can be found in the data protection declaration of Google at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en&gl=deYour RightsYou can access, review, correct, change or delete your Personal Information that you have provided to us by contacting us at info@hotel-spanias.com or by writing to us.Contact InformationIf you have any questions or concerns about (a) access to Personal Information, (b) the collection, use, management or disclosure of Personal Information, (c) this policy or our information handling practices, or (d) with whom your Personal Information is shared, or if you need further assistance with respect to our Privacy Policy, you may contact us as indicated below. We will attempt to respond to your questions or concerns promptly after we receive themGeorgios SpaniasHotel SpaniasKastraki42200 Kastraki KalambakaGreeceVAT-ID / USt-ID: EL081916742Tel.: +30 / 24320 / 75966Fax: +30 / 24320 / 75303info@hotel-spanias.com Online Dispute Resolution (OS-Plattform)According to the European ODR Regulation (Regulation on extrajudicial online consumer dispute resolution) are entrepreneurs who sell to consumers from 01.09.2016 obliged a link to the appropriate platform on your page (separate from the headings Conditions and Contacts) to place.The European Commission according to Art. 14 para. 1 ODR VO a platform for online dispute resolution (OS) ready, which can be found under http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

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## Payment method & cancellation costs

Booking / PaymentReservations / paymentsReservations: payment in advance is necessary.Payments:For reservations up to 2 weeks before arrival 100% of the total price.For reservations more than 3 weeks before arrival 50% of the total price.The remainder of the price must be paid 2 weeks before arrival.Cancelations:For the cancelation to be considered valid, you must send it via e-mail in which you MUST receive a reply. (Cancelations via phone will not be consider valid).Cancellation costs:up to 60 days before arrival 30% of the booked price.59 to 22 days before arrival 50% of the booked price21 to 15 days before arrival 80% of the booked price14 days before arrival 100% of the booked price. Please note that for each overnight stay, according to the new law in Greece, 4389/2016, FEK (Government Gazette) Α 94-2016, article 53, a tax on stay in favour of the public section is imposed on tourist enterprises from 1/1/2018. In Hotel Spanias you will have to pay 0,50 euros extra per overnight stay per apartment (not per person).You will pay the extra fee upon arrival.

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## Imprint

Afoi  X Spanias O.E.Hotel SpaniasKastraki42200 Kastraki KalambakaDOY: TrikalaGreeceVAT-ID / USt-ID: EL081916742Tel.: +30 / 24320 / 75966Fax: +30 / 24320 / 75303info@hotel-spanias.comMHTE 0727K012A0108200Online Dispute Resolution (OS-Plattform)According to the European ODR Regulation (Regulation on extrajudicial online consumer dispute resolution) are entrepreneurs who sell to consumers from 01.09.2016 obliged a link to the appropriate platform on your page (separate from the headings Conditions and Contacts) to place.The European Commission according to Art. 14 para. 1 ODR VO a platform for online dispute resolution (OS) ready, which can be found under http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

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## Location

Hotel Spanias
Meteora

Meteora MonasteriesGreat Meteoron Monastery: Also known as the Monastery of the Transfiguration, this is the largest and oldest of the Meteora monasteries. Founded in the 14th century, the Great Meteoron Monastery features an impressive collection of religious artifacts, including ancient manuscripts and iconography.Varlaam Monastery: Founded in the mid-14th century, the Varlaam Monastery is perched on top of a steep cliff and is known for its impressive frescoes and intricate wood carvings. The monastery’s bell tower is one of the tallest structures in the complex, reaching a height of 42 meters.Rousanou Monastery: This picturesque monastery was built in the mid-16th century and is located on a lower rock than some of the other Meteora monasteries. Visitors to Rousanou Monastery are treated to stunning views of the surrounding landscape, as well as impressive frescoes inside the monastery.St. Nicholas Anapausas Monastery: Founded in the late 14th century, this monastery is named after the patron saint of travelers. Visitors to St. Nicholas Anapausas Monastery can see a number of impressive artifacts, including ancient religious manuscripts and intricately carved woodwork.St. Stephen’s Monastery: This is the easiest Meteora monastery to access, as it is located on the ground rather than perched on top of a towering pillar. Founded in the mid-16th century, St. Stephen’s Monastery is known for its impressive frescoes and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.Holy Trinity Monastery: This is one of the most difficult Meteora monasteries to reach, as visitors must climb a series of steep steps carved into the rock face to reach the top. Despite the challenging journey, the Holy Trinity Monastery is well worth the effort, as visitors are treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and impressive frescoes inside the monastery.

Hotel Spanias is located in Kastraki, very close to Kalambaka and the Meteora rock formations. Its location provides easy access to the monasteries and the main points of interest in the area.Meteora is known for its impressive rock pillars and the historic monasteries built on top of them. The monasteries are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attract visitors for their architecture, history, and views over the valley.Kastraki is a traditional settlement with a calm pace of life, small taverns and cafés, and direct contact with the natural surroundings of Meteora.The hotel offers a practical base for staying in the area, whether for visiting the monasteries or exploring the surrounding nature and nearby routes in Kalambaka and Thessaly.

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## Accommodation

Hotel Spanias in Meteora
Discover Greece’s heart with Hotel Spanias’ Meteora accommodation, where comfort meets simplicity.

Welcome to Hotel Spanias in MeteoraHotel Spanias, a charming hotel situated in the picturesque town of Kastraki, just below the breathtaking hanging monasteries of Meteora. Our hotel offers a variety of comfortable and modern rooms, including single, double, triple, and quadruple rooms, all equipped with air conditioning and private bathrooms. Each of our 27 rooms boasts a balcony with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape.Guests can enjoy our inviting reception area, lounge, and breakfast room, where a delicious breakfast is served daily. Stay connected with our free WiFi and Internet corner or take advantage of our veranda and garden, complete with garden furniture, for a peaceful and relaxing break.Our hotel offers on-site parking, providing added convenience and security for our guests. All rooms are equipped with a desk and wardrobe, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.With our prime location under the hanging monasteries of Meteora, you will have easy access to the many natural and cultural wonders of the area. Whether you are traveling solo or with friends and family, Hotel Spanias is the perfect accommodation option for your Meteora adventure.

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