Your Guide in Messenia, Greece
KALAMATA | PYLOS | GIALOVA | MARATHOPOLI | KYPARISSIA | VOIDOKILIA
WE PROMOTE MESSENIA DESTINATION
We provide information, real estate market research, wellness camps, outdoor activities, extra amenities & equipment. Newly formed but our story begins 28 years ago. We are experienced in event management, travel projects development & digital marketing.
- Find houses and apartments to invest or and to stay
- Reach the best available accommodations
- Arrange reservations at restaurants
- Organize outdoor activities, sport camps, yoga retreats
- Plan team building programs for corporate groups
- Arrange transfers, excursions, boat tours
- Extra amenities & equipment delivery at your accommodation
Why we named our website 'Voidokilia Guide? (1) 'Voidokilia' after the most popular attraction of Messenia region, the Voidokilia beach & (2) 'Guide' after the purpose of this website, which is to provide guidance to all of you looking to start a new chapter in Messenia, Greece.
OUR VISION
The founder of Voidokilia Guide mr. George Goutzioupas along with his local partners are dedicated in a sustainable tourism developement for Messenia region.
DESTINATION MESSENIA (named also MESSINIA)
Located in the southeastern part of the Peloponnese, Greece. The natural beauty of Messenia with the indented shores, sandy beaches, forested mountains and fertile valleys, coexists with significant archaeological monuments.
Population: 160.000 people. Main towns: Kalamata, Filiatra, Messini, Kyparissia, Gargalianoi, Chora, Pylos. Local economy: primarily based on agricultural production & secondly on tourism. Farm products: olives, olive oil extra virgin, figs, black raisins, watermelons, melons, tomatoes, cucumbers.
The area of Messenia enjoys an excellent climate, with balmy springs, warm summers and mild winters. Blue skies, sunny days and pleasant temperatures make it a year-round destination, suitable for all kind of sports and activities.
KALAMATA, THE CAPITAL
Located 100 km from Sparta town, 15 km from Kalamata international airport & 238 km south west of Athens. Kalamata is the capital and the central port of Messenia. Kalamata is one of the very few places in Greece that provides an extended urban network of cycling paths. This is the best way to explore the city!
A modern seaside city with a population of 70.000. Its coastal zone is full of restaurants, hotels, bars, boats, leisure facilities spaces. Enjoy numerous entertainment options day & night, bike pathways, museums, castle, dance festivals, movies, theaters. Taste the local olive oil & wines. Kalamata welcomes you all year round!
WESTERN MESSENIA
Pylos is a traditional style town historically also known as the harbor of Navarino bay. In the 1280s the Franks built the Old Navarino castle on the site. In October 1827, the combined Ottoman–Egyptian fleets were defeated in the bay at the Battle of Navarino by the allied navies of the United Kingdom, France and Russia. The area is well known for its natural beauty, ride from Pylos to the Gialova wetland, classified as one of the important bird areas in Europe. Next to Gialova take a break for a swim at Voidokilia beach, its sand forms a semicircular strip of dunes. Pylos bay is a paradise for water sports, all year round.
Costa Navarino is a prime sustainable destination in the Mediterranean. Navarino Dunes situated next to Romanos village, is the setting for two 5 star properties managed by Marriot Hotels and Resorts. Navarino Waterfront situated next to Gialova village is the setting for the W 5 star property.
AIRPORTS & USEFUL TELEPHONES
From the Athens International Airport (connected with all European destinations): Corinth 1 h 15 min, Tripoli 2 h, Nafplio 2 h 15 min, Kalamata 2 h 45 min, Porto Heli 3 h, Monemvasia 3 h 30 min, Olympia 4 h 30 min
From the Kalamata International Airport (connected with 21 European destinations): Kalamata beach 20 min, Ancient Messene 20 min, Taygetos mountain 40 min, Voidokilia beach 40 min, Costa Navarino 45 min, Ancient Olympia 2 hours
Useful Telephones: Kalamata Tourism Support +30 27213 60754, Greek National Tourist Org. Kalamata +30 27213 61200, Hospital of Kalamata +30 27213 63000, Bus Station Kalamata +30 27210 28581, Port Authority Kalamata +30 27210 22218.
MUST DO
Visit the capital, Kalamata
Visit Pylos, its castle & museum
A romantic dinner at Gialova
Swim at Voidokilia Beach
Walk around Gialova Lagoon
The Polilimnio Waterfalls
Visit the Ancient Messene
Visit the Ancient Olympia
Visit the Temple of Apollo Epicurius
Spoil yourself at Costa Navarino
Join the Vitality Getaways
Taste the local olives / olive oil
SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION
The Residences - Kalamata
Marenia House - Kalamata
Villa Anna - Chandrinos
Lagouvardos Houses - Marathopoli
SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS CAFE
Notre Maison - Gialova
Entheon - Marathopoli
Bodega - Kalamata
Healthy Food Culture
You’ll guess Messinia’s most famous product from the acres of olive groves that greet you with shimmering leaves. Visiting an olive press, you’ll learn that 95% of Messinia’s PDO-protected olive oil is extra-virgin and, more importantly, tastes delicious.
You’ll also see livestock grazing in the foothills of Mt Taygetos, contributing to cheeses like feta, PDO-protected Sfela (spicier and saltier than feta) and creamy myzithra. Local meat products include pasto (or synglino) – pork with salt and smoked with olive wood and sausages scented with orange, originally from Laconia.
Our Fitness & Wellness Getaways
All year round vitality camps in Kalamata, Gialova, Voidokilia, Pylos. Messenia. Peloponnese
Our Packages includes the following Elements, Services & Experiences: Personal Fitness Instructor Guided Fitness Activities (Biking, Swimming, Running, Hiking, Beach Fun) Fitness Kit / Accessories in your room Accommodation Wine Tasting & Greek healthy food Our camps aim to strengthen your body and to reduce weight.
Camp duration from 2 to 30 days upon your availability. Reservations: E-mail. goutzioupas@gmail.com Tel. +30 698 388 5768
Top 10 Beaches of Messenia
1. Voidokilia is one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, but also in Europe. It is located next to the Lagoon of Yalova, 10 kilometers from Pylos.
2. Romanos beach is located near the homonymous village of Messinia, is large with fine sand. It is organized at many parts. It is under the protection of NATURA.
3. Methoni beach inside the settlement is sandy and shallow. From there you can enjoy your swim overlooking the Castle of Methoni and opposite it Sapientza.
4. The beach of Verga, 5 km away from the city of Kalamata at east, is one of the most popular and crowded beaches.
5. The beach of Stoupa is the second busiest beach in western Mani after Kalogria. It is located almost next to it, right in front of the main street of the village of Stoupa.
6. The beach of Kalogria in western Mani is the most famous, the most crowded and the most “organized” beach. It is Ideal for young couples and families.
7. The beach of Kalamata in the city is suitable for swimming, and has been awarded with a blue flag. It has warm and calm waters, ideal for families.
8. Lagouvardos beach is the spot for surfers, next to Marathopoli village.
9. Divari beach, next to Gialova lagoon.
10. Proti islet beach, 15 minutes from Marathopoli port.
HOW TO MAKE A REQUEST
- Sent an e-mail
- Tell us what kind of services are you searching, the dates, how many persons
- We reply with proposals, availabilities, prices
- We keep you updated before arrival
CONTACT
- George Goutzioupas
- Tel. +30 6983 385 768
- E-mail: info@voidokiliaguide.gr
- www.voidokiliaguide.gr
- Kalamata, Athens, Greece
