New ship, proven concept

The Desire Cruises Greece-Turkey will be the first cruise to take place aboard a luxury Oceania ship from Norwegian Cruise Line.
The spacious staterooms of the Oceania Riviera, were completely refurbished in 2022 and feature designer accessories that add a touch of elegance and sophistication.
You'll cross the gangway into Athens, Greece, considered a mythological crossroads between past and present. From there, you will sail through the Thracian Sea to Bozcaada, on to
Istanbul and Kusadasi (Ephesus), always along the magnificent coasts of Turkey. The route continues to Mykonos and Santorini before returning to Athens.
This Oceania ship offers the finest cuisine at sea and will serve gourmet dining experiences in nine different exquisite restaurants.
In addition to dining, the Prestige beverage package and 24-hour room service are included.
You are free to enjoy designated areas with no dress code, an exotic game room full of sensuality, invigorating daytime activities and themed pool parties, workshops for couples,
Theme nights, provocative shows and performances, international DJs and much more to inspire you to a new experience.
The following services are included in your booking
The epitome of perfection
The Oceania Riviera is registered in the Marshall Islands and was built at Fincantieri's Sestri Ponente shipyard in Italy. On board, 776 international staff and crew members cater to the well-being of the ship's 1238 passengers. The 66,084 gross ton ship has a cruising speed of 20 knots, a length of 239 and a beam of 32.20 meters. The last renovation took place in 2022.

- 629 staterooms and suites in 8 categories
- 24-hour cabin service
- Seven gourmet restaurants included
- Two specialty restaurants ($)
- Five bars and lounges
- Two guest decks
- Pool and two hot tubs
- Culinary center/Cooking classes ($)
- Artist loft/workshops
- Shops
- Stage shows
- Library
- Casino ($)
- Jogging track
- Sports court with 18-hole golf greens
- Fitness center
- Textile & nudist areas on board
- Gaming lounge
- Provocative evening entertainment
- Spa, salon service ($)
- Medical service ($)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Oceania@Sea 24-hour internet center ($)
- Guided shore excursions ($)
- The ship is accessible to persons with limited mobility
And we offer you the best service ...
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Exquisite delights
An exclusive, local and culinary experience.
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Tantalizing entertainment
Sexy theme nights, pool parties, animation and contests.
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Booking details
Everything you need to know to book your cruise at a glance.
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Highlights of the Cruise
The most important points of this cruise at a glance.
Do you have any questions?
Can we smoke on board?
For the safety and health of guests and staff on board, smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking areas.
These are located on deck 9 in the forward corner of the pool deck on the starboard side (right) and on deck 10 in Horizons in the aft corner on the port side (left).
These smoking areas are very comfortable and are close to the restaurants and bars.
Only in the starboard forward corner on the pool deck is smoking of cigars, pipes and e-cigarettes allowed.
Can we choose a particular cabin or will we be assigned one?
Only the cabin type (balcony cabin, inside cabin, etc.) is ever booked.
The cabin is therefore basically assigned to you.
Upon request and payment of a service fee of 39 euros, you can choose your preferred cabin.
We will also be happy to advise you on the selection of your desired cabin by telephone.
For regular customers of Aphrodite Travel and all guests who book a suite, the service remains free of charge.
Can I come aboard as a single person?
No, unfortunately, as a single you will not get on board a couples-only charter cruise. Please book an adult cruise, singles are welcome here. Should one of the two partners not come on board or leave the ship prematurely, both partners must leave the ship or neither partner will come on board. As a precaution, we would like to point out that in this case a refund of the cruise price by the organizer is excluded.Can we choose a specific cabin or will we be assigned one?
What additional costs will we incur?
There are no additional costs for you. Excepted are expenses for your personal needs. If you would like to take part in a guided shore excursion, for example, you must add these costs to your travel expenses. All prices on board are exclusive of taxes. An 18% service charge is automatically added to all drinks, spa and other services purchased on board. Keep this in mind when you incur expenses.
What documents did we need to join the cruise?
You need a valid passport, which must be valid for 6 months after the end of the trip.
You will need a manifest, which you can apply for online in advance.
You will receive the login data for your manifest from us.
We will send you this login data by email.
If you do not do the online check-in (manifest), this must be done on site on the day of departure.
This takes much longer and you need to be at the port at least 3 hours before departure.
If you wish, and for a service charge of 25 euros per person, we can do this work for you.
To do this, you must give us the order and release us from the obligations of data protection.
You can request a corresponding form from us. There are no additional costs for you. Excepted are expenses for your personal needs.
If you would like to take part in a guided shore excursion, for example, you must add these costs to your travel expenses.
All prices on board are exclusive of taxes.
An 18% service charge is automatically added to all drinks, spa and other services purchased on board.
Keep this in mind when you incur expenses.
What is included in the cruise?
The following services are included on the cruise:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner .
- Snacks such as hamburgers, cakes, ice cream and much more .
- Drinks such as coffee, tea, water .
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages from the Prestige beverage package .
- Your booked cabin
- All taxes and charges, including gratuities, port charges, security charges .
- All entertainment on board
What kind of entertainment can I expect on my trip?
Venetian Night with Masks, Heavenly White Night, Sailors and Sailoresses, Silver & Gold, Heels & Stockings, Famous Movie Couples like Harry & Sally, Grand Prix, Sea Safari and many more. The mood is always positive, exuberant and sexy too. There is an extensive entertainment programme in the evening. Animations take place by the pool during the day. Full body orgasm classes, rope bondage classes, classes with sex therapists, dance classes like bachata, kizomba, belly dancing & pole dancing. Please refer to the descriptions on our website. The on-board language is English.
Food & Drinks
on the Desire Cruises Greece - Turkey
No matter where you dine or relax on the Riviera, you will enjoy the best cuisine at sea.
The selection of international dishes covers every taste, always freshly prepared and deliciously presented.
A variety of desserts complete the dining experience.
Attention to detail, a passion for exquisite ingredients and a fine sense of excellent cooking techniques are evident in both the casual restaurants and the poolside dining venues,
the Baristas coffee bar and at the popular Afternoon Tea at Horizons.
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The Grand Dining Room (Deck 6)Inclusive
The Grand Dining Room pays homage to the spirit of the great 5-star hotel restaurants in Europe that inspired the dignified yet convivial ambiance. The spacious dining room features fine woods, designer fabrics and oversized armchairs. The menu changes daily and with the new tasting menu from the chef, you can expect several courses of the chefs' most exquisite creations.
Menu cards
Breakfast Menu card
Lunch: Menu card
Dinner: Menu card
Dessert: Dessert menu
Wine: Wine list
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Polo Grill (Deck 14)Inclusive
Polo Grill restaurant embodies all the elements of a classic steakhouse. Each course represents the definition of time-honored favorites, especially the beef dishes, which are all USDA Prime and dry-aged for 28 days, to enhance tenderness and flavor. Succulent seafood dishes like the grilled swordfish and the whole Maine lobster au gratin are also classics that pack a punch. The classic Caesar Salad is also prepared the old-fashioned way, right at the table and with plenty of flavor. Reservation required!
Menu cards
Dinner: Menu card
Dessert: Dessert menu
Wine: Wine list
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Toscana (Deck 14)Inclusive
Just as Tuscan cuisine has evolved from rich family traditions, many of the recipes come from the mothers and grandmothers of the ship's Italian kitchen staff themselves. Masterfully prepared dishes are served on elegant, custom-designed Versace china, embodying the essence of Tuscany and celebrating Italy's culinary passion. Reservation required!
Menu cards
Dinner: Menu card
Dessert: Dessert menu
Wine: Wine list
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Jacques (Deck 5) Inclusive
The cozy and eclectic ambiance is pure French, as is the cosmopolitan but wonderfully acceptable cuisine. Delicious aromas flow from the gleaming show rotisserie, where chicken, duck, pork, beef and veal are slow-roasted. Each dish is a classic, cleverly reinterpreted by Master Chef Pépin. Jacques is absolutely magnifique! Reservation required!
Menu cards
Dinner: Menu card
Dessert: Dessert menu
Wine: Wine list
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Red Ginger (Deck 5) Inclusive
Red Ginger is a nod to Feng Shui and exudes harmony and tranquility. To match the stunning décor, the chefs at Red Ginger have created contemporary interpretations of Asian classics in an ambience, where the gustatory delights are as impressive as the visual. Reservations required!
Menu cards
Dinner: Menu card
Dessert: Dessert menu
Wine: Wine list
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Terrace Café (Deck 12) Inclusive
The Terrace Café is wonderfully inviting at any time of day. In the morning, the floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural sunlight, whetting your appetite for the sumptuous breakfast selection. For lunch, the extensive menu changes with internationally inspired dishes beautifully complemented by savory roasted and grilled meats and the magic of the pizzeria oven. You can dine indoors or al fresco at one of the shaded teak tables on the terrace. In the evening, the impeccably dressed wait staff shines, and the cuisine takes on a more upscale flair
Menu cards:
Lunch: Menu card
Dinner: Menu card
Wine: Wine list
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Waves Grill (Deck 12) Inclusive
Sometimes the ultimate luxury is a casual meal of American specialties - a style embodied by the relaxed Waves Grill. Located in a spacious, shaded area adjacent to the swimming pool, Waves Grill offers an extensive and delicious lunch menu. The Waves Grill has an attached juice and smoothie bar where fresh, cold-pressed juices, vegan smoothies and healthy energy bowls are offered for breakfast.
Menu cards:
Lunch: Menu card
Pool Cocktails: List of beverages
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Afternoon tea at Horizons (Deck 12) Inclusive
The elegant observation lounge, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and casual country club ambiance, transforms into an elegant venue by night. Dance the night away and enjoy cocktails with friends at the inviting bar.
At 4 p.m., afternoon tea is served, and while a classical string quartet plays softly in the background, the staff glides around the room presenting rich, four-tiered pastry carts of freshly made finger sandwiches, colorful petits fours, rich scones with clotted cream and delightfully sinful desserts. Of course, a selection of artisan teas is the centerpiece of this delightful afternoon treat. -
La Reserve by Wine Spectator (Deck 12) Surcharge ($)
Oceania Cruises is proud of its brilliant association with Wine Spectator, the leading magazine for wine connoisseurs, and its exceptional relationship with France's leading Champagne house, Moët & Chandon. Together with these illustrious partners, we look forward to presenting a variety of different, yet equally exceptional pairing dinners. Reservation required!
Menu cards:
Dinner: Menu card
Dinner: Seven-course dinner „La Cuisine Bourgeoise“
Dinner: Dom Pérignon Experience with six courses
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Privée (Deck 14) Surcharge ($)
Host a private party for up to 10 privileged guests in the most exclusive dining room on board, the Privée. Experience culinary magic at a custom-designed table, designed by the renowned Dakota Jackson and illuminated by a gold Venini chandelier. The exquisite ambiance is adorned with baroque woodwork and Ferrari red carpets. The cuisine is equally outstanding, as each guest can choose any number of courses from Polo Grill, Toscana, or a combination of both. In the sanctuary of Privée, all the senses are addressed, and you and your guests will feel completely at home. Reservation required!
Menu cards:
Dinner: Menu card
Dinner: Menu card
Room service 24 hours included
After a day of enriching shore excursions or various on-board activities, you can dine in the privacy of your suite or stateroom. An extensive room service menu is available around the clock.

Included: extensive Prestige beverage package
The following beverages are included in the cabin rate:
- Alcoholic cocktails
- Beer
- Champagne
- Coffee and tea
- Liquors
- Mineral water
- Non-alcoholic cocktails
- Spirits
- Soft drinks such as cola, Fanta, Sprite
- Wine
All drinks included in the beverage package can be found here.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions: +49 30 340 92 963
Events and activities on the Desire Cruises Greece - Turkey
The Desire Cruise team organises a balanced selection of entertainment to suit all tastes. The offer ranges from sparkling theme nights, provocative pool parties,
tailor-made shows and performances, and workshops for couples.
Below we give you just a selection of the events that have taken place so far. The exact events and activities on the Desire Cruise Greek - Turkey will be communicated to the customers
customers in good time via our newsletter. If you want us to keep you informed, sign up for our newsletter.
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Desire Cruises Team
The experienced team with more than 30 years of experience, inspires in creating a sensual ambience and vibrant atmosphere for like-minded couples. Each one of them contributes to organize and plan a cruise experience of a special kind for the guests. On board they are available as contact persons for problems, information or security.
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Theme nights
On each cruise there is a theme party each evening with a changing dress code, which guests can attend but are not required to. However, guests are asked to follow the dress code when attending in order to create a better sense of community and atmosphere. A selection of the theme nights: Venetian Night with Masks, Heavenly White Night, Sailors and Sailor Girls, Silver & Gold, Heels & Stockings, famous movie couples such as Harry & Sally, Grand Prix, Sea Safari and many more. The mood is always positive, exuberant and sexy too.
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Poolpartys
Off to the cool waters! Pool parties are one of the highlights on a cruise and always create a good atmosphere on board. International Dj's play a wide variety to suit everyone's tastes. Latin, electronic dance music, oldies, disco and much more. Meanwhile, an animation team entertains the audience with, among other things, raffles or competitions.
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Entertainment
During the day, you can take part in various courses. These include full-body orgasm, rope bondage, courses with sex therapists, dance classes such as bachata, kizomba, belly dancing and pole dancing. Various artists from England or America entertain the guests for two hours in the evening with erotic dance performances. Immediately afterwards, the dance party starts until the early hours of the morning. In the late evening, the Couple Lounge opens for erotic hours.
All important details about your booking at a glance
This cruise is a full charter for an individual group tour only for couples aged 21 and over.
The language on board is English. The valid currency on board is the US dollar.
At the beginning of the cruise, upon presentation of a valid credit card, an on-board account will be set up to record all expenses on board and settle them without cash.
At the end of the cruise, a detailed itemised settlement receipt will be presented for review at check-out and cleared with the credit card on file.
Please see our further information in the F.A.Q.
On this cruise, almost everything is included
Theoretically, you do not need money on board.
Only if you prefer bottled drinks such as champagne, sparkling wine, wine or special brands, a co-payment is expected.
A co-pay is also required at the two specialty restaurants.
Items of personal use such as spa treatments, shopping and the casino are not included in the price.
What is included in your cabin price
- Your booked cabin (with the advertised scope of services)
- We have already included all taxes and fees in the price *
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts
- Food and beverages at seven restaurants
- Drinks and snacks in five bars and lounges
- Alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages from the Prestige beverage package.
- Provocative evening entertainment
- Sports and leisure facilities
- Playroom
- Workshops (English)
- Fitness centre
* Please note the fact that we already include all taxes and fees. Some providers on the market (including the operator of this cruise) advertise seemingly lower cabin prices,
which, however, do not include these taxes and fees. You will only be charged for these costs at the end of the booking process.
Our cabin prices always include all taxes and fees. These are US$400 for the Stateroom category and US$450 for the Suites each per person.
The taxes and fees include port charges, taxes, document fees, gratuities, administration and security fees.
Cancellation will incur the following costs:
This cruise is a full charter (group tour). Special payment and cancellation conditions of the organizer apply. In the event of cancellation, you will incur the following cancellation charges:
- Cancellations between 1 October 2022 and 1 May 2023 = 300 USD Stateroom per person and 350 USD Suites per person (The amount of the costs in Euro adjusts daily to the current currency rate USD / EUR)
- Cancellations between 2 May 2023 and 18 December 2023 = 425 USD Stateroom per person and 550 USD Suites per person (The amount of the cost in Euro adjusts daily to the current currency rate USD / EUR)
- Cancellations between 19 December 2023 and 15 May 2024 = 550 USD Stateroom per person and 800 USD Suites per person (The amount of the costs in Euro adjust daily to the current currency rate USD / EUR)
- Cancellations from 15 May 2024 = 100%
We charge a fee of €150 per booking for processing a cancellation.
Your deposit and balance
- Payment when booking for the Stateroom cabins = 500 USD per cabin (The amount of the deposit in Euro adjusts daily to the current USD / EUR exchange rate)
- Payment on booking for the suites = 1500 USD per suite (The amount of the deposit in Euro adjusts daily to the current currency rate USD / EUR)
- Further payments: 20 February 2023, 24 July 2023 and 20 November 2023 .
- Remaining payment by 15 May 2024 at the latest
For bookings made after 15 May 2024, the cabin price is due in full.
Payment by installments
The cabin price can also be paid in installments of at least 500 US$ after transfer of the deposit.
Please note that in this case we charge a processing fee of 25 €, which we will invoice with the down payment.
Price information
Prices are subject to change.
All prices are calculated according to daily updated currency rates (USD / EUR).
Currency fluctuations may occur until the total price has been paid in full.
Important information
It is compulsory to take out travel cancellation insurance including supplementary cover for Covid-19. The insurance is not included in the cabin price. You have the option of waiving this insurance cover if you confirm to us in writing that you expressly wish to waive the insurance cover. You will receive a corresponding form by e-mail.
For this cruise you need a valid passport which should be valid for 6 months after departure.
We would like to point out that we are acting as an agent for a package tour for this cruise and are not the service provider for this travel service (group tour). In accordance with §651v of the German Civil Code (BGB), you will receive a security certificate which we will send to you with your travel confirmation. Pursuant to §651v paragraph 3, we take the place of the tour operator and assume the obligations arising from §651i to §651t BGB, exclusively where the tour operator does not or cannot fulfil his obligations under these provisions. or is unable to fulfil his obligations under these provisions. Since he has his registered office in a non-European member state.
Group tour operator:
Operadora de Yates de Cancun S.A. de C.V. Mexico
Anador Av. Tankah Sm. 24 Mz.1 Lt. 69 Y 70
77509 Cancun, Quintana Roo, Yucatán, Mexico
Charter cruise operator: Oceania Cruises S. de R.L. / Norwegian Cruise Line Oceania
Agent of the charter cruise: BlueFields GmbH
The General Terms and Conditions of Travel (Terms & Conditions) of Operadora de Yates de Cancun S.A. de C.V. Mexico apply, which you can view here.
Furthermore, you will receive the General Terms and Conditions of Travel with every offer and invoice by e-mail.
Clothing on board
The dress of the guests on board is casually elegant and thus corresponds to a country club or upscale resort hotel. This applies to both ladies and gentlemen.
At meals, gentlemen are requested to wear long pants and a shirt or polo shirt. Ladies should also be dressed accordingly. Evening dresses are not required.
Shorts, blue jeans, T-shirts, sneakers, sandals or swimwear are not permitted in the restaurants.
Clothing for shore excursions should be comfortable. Pay special attention to comfortable footwear.
Some destinations and sightseeing points may have separate dress codes according to local customs, which the Destination Service Desk will inform you about.
Nudism is permitted only on the pool deck and on the sundecks or designated areas.
Guidelines
- We ask you to wear appropriate clothing in all restaurants and all public areas that are not clearly marked as clothing-optional.
- Keeping the identity of guests private is essential. For this reason, photos or videos are strictly prohibited in all public areas of the ship. Feel free to take photos and videos in the privacy of your stateroom.
- The game rooms are designed for sexual & erotic pleasure. We ask that you only use them as a couple.
- Please treat all guests with the utmost respect and always remember the golden rule: "NO" means "NO".
- Balance is important. Some like parties, while others are more into peace and quiet. The other guests would appreciate it if the noise level in the ship's corridors is kept to a minimum after midnight.
- There is an open-minded atmosphere on board the Desire Cruise, but drug use is not tolerated.
- Neither Desire Cruise nor Azamara Club Cruises can be held responsible for the loss of items outside the safe. Please take care to place valuable items in the safe.
- Desire Cruises is proud to provide you with a safe environment in which you can enjoy your holiday undisturbed. It is a firm company policy that all staff are strictly prohibited from being intimate or drinking with guests. Immediate dismissal would be the consequence.
- These house rules are set alongside all rules and regulations in place by Oceania Cruises S. de R.L..
Desire Cruises is committed to providing a safe cruise experience so that all guests can fully enjoy their "Desire Cruise Experience". We ask that you respect the following guidelines during your stay:
Safety and prohibited items on board
For the safety of guests and crew, there are certain items that are not allowed on board. If these items are found, they will be confiscated and not returned.
These include alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives and hazardous chemicals.
What constitutes prohibited items is at the discretion of the senior security officer and the staff captain.
Candles, incense, coffee makers, irons, travel steamers and hot plates (items that produce heat or an open flame, this includes heating pads, clothes irons, hot plates and any other item that could be a fire hazard are not permitted on board.
The only exceptions to this rule are curling irons and hair straighteners, matches and normal lighters. Torch-shaped lighters, lighters that look like guns, are not permitted on board. Torch lighters emit a strong concentrated flame and are therefore also prohibited.
Electrical extension cords, firearms and ammunition, including realistic replicas, sharp objects, including knives and scissors, items for self-defence, including handcuffs, pepper spray and batons may not be brought on board. Personal grooming items such as razors, scissors or blades less than 10 cm are allowed on board.
The full list of prohibited items is available from us on request.
The highlights of the Desire Cruises Greece - Turkey September 2024
Riviera combines graceful elegance with modern flair for a casual and tasteful ambiance. More than any other ship, the Riviera embodies the Oceania Cruises travel experience. In your stateroom, out by the pool, in the spa, and at all times, the onboard service staff goes the extra mile to ensure that every aspect of your cruise is exactly as you want it.
Luxury and comfort for all guests
- Exclusive destinations
- Spacious suites with additional services
- Large nudist sundeck with plenty of sun loungers
- Large sun deck with many sun loungers
- High quality furnished cabins
- High quality ship equipment
- Intimate, erotic playroom
- No hidden costs
- Sensual, open-minded atmosphere
- Extensive gourmet experiences
- Comprehensive beverage package
- Renovated in 2022
Desire Playmakers
This highly experienced, dynamic team is committed to providing passengers with the best in naughty daytime entertainment, combined with the sexiest themes that come alive every night. An experienced team ensures safety on board.
- Events and theme nights
- Shows and performances
- Pool parties
- Workshops for couples
- Various artists
- Competitions and contests
What awaits you ...
An extensive range of services ensures that you will want for nothing.
The gourmet restaurants offer a wide selection, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Order à la carte and if desired always with a good house wine as an accompaniment.
A barista café and 24-hour room service complete the offer.
Also gourmets come at your expense, both pies, cakes, pastries and
Desserts are not only all freshly made on the ship itself but are in such large
Quantity available, which you will probably have after the cruise a few kilos more on the ribs.
You don't have to worry about drinks either, an extensive drinks package.is already included in the cabin price.
- Prestige beverage package: Includes cocktails, alcoholic beverages, beer, water, wines, juices, coffee, soft drinks and much more.
- Nine different restaurants and a cafe, with a wide range of options for every meal and in between!
- An accompanying Playmakers team that is always available to answer your questions and entertain you.
- Workshops and seminars, led by specialists in the field of sex
- Clothing optional swimming pool and sun deck
- New sexy signature themes in the evening
- Exclusive Intimate Playroom for Couples
- Fitness center, jogging track
- Casino
- Boutiques