Essential Guest Guide
8 to 13 October 2026 · Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Resort, Sissi
The Resort
- Address
- Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Resort, Sissi, Crete, Greece
- Nearest airport
- Heraklion Airport
- Event check in
- Opens at 12.00pm on Thursday 8 October at reception.
- Room check in
- Rooms available from 3.00pm. If your room is not yet ready, bags can be left at reception.
- Check out
- Rooms vacated by 10.30am. Bags can be left in reception after check-out. All facilities remain available until departure.
At the Resort
- Tourist tax
- EUR 15.00 per room per day, payable at check in.
- Bedrooms
- Toiletries, towels, telephone, TV, hairdryer, air conditioning, mini fridge, safe and daily maid service. Tea and coffee making facilities are not provided.
- Plug adapter
- Bring a UK to EU plug adapter.
Food
- Breakfast
- 7.30am to 10.30am
- Lunch
- 12.30pm to 2.30pm for all inclusive guests.
- Dinner
- 6.45pm to 9.30pm. Italian and international dishes. Beer, wine and water included. Drinks must be consumed in the restaurant and should not be taken out.
- Dietary needs
- Please speak directly to hotel staff.
Dance Programme at a Glance
| Thursday 8 | Arrival, welcome meeting, evening classes and evening social dance. |
| Friday 9 | Morning and afternoon classes, afternoon social dance, evening social dance. |
| Saturday 10 | Morning classes, excursion, afternoon social dance, evening classes, social dance. |
| Sunday 11 | Morning and afternoon classes, afternoon social dance, charity Gala Night. |
| Monday 12 | Morning and afternoon classes, afternoon social dance, evening classes, social dance. |
| Tuesday 13 | Departure day. |
Sunday Gala Night: Wear purple for the theme. The night raises funds for the Nephrotic Syndrome Trust.
Useful Information
- Information stations
- Stations with useful information, including any updates and changes to the itinerary or workshop timetable, are located at the Athena Hall reception and in the Main Bar area.
- Sissi town
- Sissi is a peaceful Cretan fishing village centred around a scenic, fjord-like harbour lined with excellent waterfront seafood tavernas. Despite its relaxed and quiet charm, the town is fully equipped for travellers, with traditional restaurants, local bakeries, souvenir shops and convenient mini-markets for all your daily needs. From the resort it is a 6 minute drive or a 20 minute walk.
- Health cover
- A valid GHIC or EHIC may provide access to eligible state healthcare abroad. This does not replace travel insurance.
- Lost property
- Held at the Athena Hall information station.
- Group photo
- A time and day for the large group photo will be announced during the event. Please remember to wear your Viva Crete tee!
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Your Holiday Itinerary
Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Resort · Sissi. For individual classes, see the Workshop Timetable.
8Oct
Thursday
| 12:00 | Arrivals: Welcome! WelcomeEvent check in opens at 12.00. Rooms will be ready from 15:00. A BIG welcome from the whole Viva team, get ready… here we go! | Reception |
| 18:45 – 21:30 | Dinner Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 20:00 – 20:30 | Welcome Meeting WelcomeTeacher introductions and important holiday information. | Athena Hall |
| 20:30 – 21:15 | Evening Classes Class | Athena Hall & surrounding areas |
| 21:15 – 01:00 | Social Dancing DanceSalsa and Bachata in Athena Hall · Kizomba in Athena Corridor | Athena Hall & Corridor |
9Oct
Friday
| 07:30 – 10:30 | Breakfast Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 09:30 – 12:20 | Morning Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 12:20 – 14:00 | Lunch Break MealFull board lunch until 14:30. | Main Restaurant |
| 14:00 – 15:50 | Afternoon Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Beginners & Improvers Social Session DanceJoin our friendly teachers to practise all your new moves. | Auditorium Entrance |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Afternoon Social DanceMusic and dancing. | Main Bar |
| 18:45 – 21:30 | Dinner Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 21:00 – 01:00 | Social Dancing DanceSalsa and Bachata in Athena Hall · Kizomba in Athena Corridor | Athena Hall & Corridor |
10Oct
Saturday
| 07:30 – 10:30 | Breakfast Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 09:30 – 12:20 | Morning Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 12:20 – 14:30 | Lunch Break MealFull board lunch until 14:30. | Main Restaurant |
| 12:30 – 16:30 | Afternoon Excursion: Agios Nikolaos ExcursionReturn coach transport and free time to explore the beautiful harbour town of Agios Nikolaos. Must be pre-booked online before arrival. | Agios Nikolaos |
| 14:30 – 16:30 | Afternoon Social DanceMusic and dancing. | Athena Hall |
| 18:45 – 21:30 | Dinner Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 20:10 – 21:00 | Evening Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Athena Hall & surrounding areas |
| 21:00 – 01:00 | Social Dancing DanceSalsa and Bachata in Athena Hall · Kizomba in Athena Corridor | Athena Hall & Corridor |
11Oct
Sunday ✦ Gala Night
| 07:30 – 10:30 | Breakfast Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 09:30 – 12:20 | Morning Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 12:20 – 14:00 | Lunch Break MealFull board lunch until 14:30. | Main Restaurant |
| 14:00 – 14:50 | Afternoon Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Social Clinic ClassAll levels, with all teaching staff. | Athena Hall |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Afternoon Social DanceMusic and dancing. | Main Bar |
| 18:45 – 21:30 | Dinner Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 20:30 – 01:00 | GALA NIGHT for the Nephrotic Syndrome Trust GalaWear something purple. Photo backdrop available from 20:30. Salsa and Bachata in Athena Hall · Kizomba in Athena Corridor | Athena Hall & Corridor |
12Oct
Monday
| 07:30 – 10:30 | Breakfast Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 09:30 – 12:20 | Morning Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 12:20 – 14:00 | Lunch Break MealFull board lunch until 14:30. | Main Restaurant |
| 14:00 – 15:50 | Afternoon Classes ClassSee Workshop Timetable. | Across hotel |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Beginners & Improvers Social Session DanceJoin our friendly teachers to practise all your new moves. | Auditorium Entrance |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Afternoon Social DanceMusic and dancing. | Main Bar |
| 18:45 – 21:30 | Dinner Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 20:10 – 21:00 | Evening Classes ClassIncluding the Giant Rueda led by Moe Flex with all staff. | Athena Hall & surrounding areas |
| 21:00 – 01:00 | Social Dancing DanceSalsa and Bachata in Athena Hall · Kizomba in Athena Corridor | Athena Hall & Corridor |
13Oct
Tuesday: Farewell
| 07:30 – 10:30 | Breakfast Meal | Main Restaurant |
| 10:30 | Check out | Reception |
A BIG thank you from all the Viva team. We hope you have enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again soon. Please settle any hotel charges and return your room key before departure.
Workshop Timetable
Five rooms: Auditorium Entrance, Athena 1, Athena 2, Main Bar 1 and Main Bar 2.
Timetable last updated: 23 September 2026
The timetable may change. Any updates will be posted at the information stations in Athena Hall reception and the Main Bar area, and announced in the WhatsApp community.
BEG: Beginner
IMP: Improver
BEG/IMP: Beginner/Improver
INT: Intermediate
INT/ADV: Intermediate/Advanced
ADV: Advanced
ALL: All levels
INTRO 2: Introduction
Friday 9 October
| Fri 9 | Auditorium Entrance | Athena 1 | Athena 2 | Main Bar 1 | Main Bar 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:20 | CubatoneALLSarah | ||||
| 10:30 – 11:20 | Salsa On1BEGJax | Salsa On1IMPEddie | Salsa On1INT/ADVJohn & Kelly | ZumbaALLLauren | |
| 11:30 – 12:20 | BachataBEGClaire | BachataIMPCarol & Raul | BachataINT/ADVKonstantinos & Nikoleta | Salsa On2INTRO 2Gormack & Ale | |
| Lunch | |||||
| 14:00 – 14:50 | Salsa Role RotationINTRO 2Gwyneth | Cuban SalsaBEG/IMPGormack | Cuban SalsaINTRaul & Carol | KizombaBEG/IMPCarol & Alex | KizombaINT/ADVTrevor & Heidi |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Social SessionBEG/IMPJax, Raul, Carol & Gwyneth | Cha Cha ChaINTRO 2Claire | Lady Salsa StyleALLAle | Salsa Trio ClassINTRO 2Carl & Alex | |
Saturday 10 October
| Sat 10 | Auditorium Entrance | Athena 1 | Athena 2 | Main Bar 1 | Main Bar 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:20 | Morning StretchALLSarah | ||||
| 10:30 – 11:20 | BachataBEGClaire | BachataIMPGwyneth | BachataINT/ADVRaul & Carol | KizombaBEG/IMPTrevor & Heidi | KizombaINT/ADVCarl & Alex |
| 11:30 – 12:20 | Salsa On1BEGJax | Salsa On1IMPEddie | Salsa On1INT/ADVJohn & Kelly | Cuban SalsaBEG/IMPGormack & Ale | Cuban SalsaINT/ADVMoe Flex |
| Lunch | |||||
| 14:30 – 16:30 | Afternoon Social / Excursion | ||||
| 20:10 – 21:00 | Cha Cha ChaBEGClaire | Cha Cha ChaIMPTrevor & Heidi | Cha Cha ChaINT/ADVCarl & Alex | ||
Sunday 11 October
| Sun 11 | Auditorium Entrance | Athena 1 | Athena 2 | Main Bar 1 | Main Bar 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:20 | CubatoneALLSarah | ||||
| 10:30 – 11:20 | Salsa On1BEGJax | Salsa On1IMPGwyneth | Salsa On1INT/ADVTrevor & Heidi | Flex State of Mind: Learn How to Hack Life SeminarALLMoe Flex | |
| 11:30 – 12:20 | BachataBEGClaire | BachataIMPCarol & Raul | BachataINT/ADVJohn & Kelly | Cha Cha FootworkALLGormack & Ale | Salsa On2INTEddie |
| Lunch | |||||
| 14:00 – 14:50 | Double Spin TechniqueINTRO 2Gwyneth | Cuban SalsaBEG/IMPRaul & Carol | Cuban SalsaINTMoe Flex | KizombaBEG/IMPCarl & Alex | KizombaINT/ADVTrevor & Heidi |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Social ClinicALLAll teaching staff | ||||
Monday 12 October
| Mon 12 | Auditorium Entrance | Athena 1 | Athena 2 | Main Bar 1 | Main Bar 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:20 | Morning StretchALLSarah | ||||
| 10:30 – 11:20 | BachataBEGGwyneth | BachataIMPCarl & Alex | BachataINT/ADVRaul & Carol | Salsa Shines On1ALLJohn & Kelly | |
| 11:30 – 12:20 | Salsa On1BEG to IMPEddie & Jax | Salsa On1IMPTrevor & Heidi | Salsa On1INT/ADVGormack & Alex | Salsa Shines On2INT/ADVJohn & Kelly | |
| Lunch | |||||
| 14:00 – 14:50 | Salsa On2INTGormack & Ale | Cuban SalsaBEG/IMPRaul & Carol | Cuban SalsaINTMoe Flex | KizombaBEG/IMPTrevor & Heidi | KizombaINT/ADVCarl & Alex |
| 15:00 – 15:50 | Social SessionBEG/IMPGwyneth, Raul & Carol | Ladies Styling On1INTClaire | To be confirmedBEG/IMPEddie | RuedaALLMoe Flex | |
| 20:10 – 21:00 | RepartoALLCarol | Giant RuedaALLLed by Moe Flex with all staff | |||
