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Property in Greece, Messinia, South Peloponnese.
Stone Homes in Greece.
Book direct online flights to Athens Greece and phone direct to hotels on this website in Messinia (they speak English and German and might speak Italian as well as their native Greek), ensuring a holiday far off the beaten track and away from the drunken and obnoxious English yob culture at charter destinations, into the peace of quiet countryside and beautiful beaches - all as gorgeous as the one in the recent Mamma Mia film - many Villas and hotels in Messinia are even better than the fictional Villa Donna in the film Mama Mia.
Charter package holidays to Stoupa (most popular village with the English) with Olympic Holidays and My Travel (Manos).
Access all year round by flying to Athens and utilise Maniatis Travel for coach transfer down to Peloponnese from Athens Airport. Arranged direct by email. They will understand English and German.
Italians have no trouble in getting down to Messinia, coming over by the ferryport of Patras in northern Peloponnese from Bari / Brindisi. Ciao.
There was, in fact, never a need for charter package holidays. In my 3 years of travelling from one end of southern coastal Peloponnese to the other, there were and are any number of hotels available for you to book direct and even have a two or more location holiday over a 10 day or 2 week holiday.
Germans came over the years with no flights to Kalamata.
Many English, including Lord Owen, in the media stated he spent a lifetime coming to his family holiday home near Kalamata by driving down from Athens Airport.
History background of Greeks in England for thousands of years to back to Britannia tribes pre-Roman (page on this website)
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Greece has a stable economy.
Greece Is A Safe Option
With the global financial market in turmoil, knowing where to invest your money isn't as straightforward as it used to be. Stocks and shares are more volatile now than over the past couple of decades, and banks are collapsing throughout the world.
While the ripples of the credit crunch are spreading far and wide there are safe havens waiting to be exploited.
Greece is one of the few European countries to be guaranteeing all deposits in its banking system at the moment, and The Telegraph recently reported the country was at the heart of a new financial Europe.
Greece's own economy is one of the fastest growing in the Euro-zone, with the country enjoying a sustained economic boom post 2000, including a significant expansion in construction and engineering.
Greece is at the hub of the new emerging markets, including the Balkans, and Greek banks have been among the top performers in the EU banking sector, flourishing at home, where they have profited from a surge in the freed-up loans market.
Economy and finance minister George Alogoskoufis recently argued that Greece is better placed than most European countries to weather this storm.
“Greece's economy, due to reforms that took place in previous years and the dynamic it has developed, is more resilient than other European countries in this extremely difficult international environment,” he said.
This new financial popularity isn’t restricted to the banking sector. Investors that have had their fingers burned by the global stock markets are wary with their funds.
Unlike stocks and shares, property is a tangible asset. It’s not only about investing for the gain, it’s about bricks and mortar. (Webmeister: Messinia is not a 'gain' speculation, but an investment in the joy of life - a peaceful haven).
Purchasing property is a very real investment that stands the test of time. Property values peak and trough, but your investment buys you other options.
(Webmeister: your investment buys you a tranquill retreat for life in Messinia, well away from mass tourism).
Magazine Subscription:
If you found this news article useful, why not visit and subscribe to Greece, the UK's only magazine for those who love this amazing country? (You can also subscribe through WH Smiths on your high street).
Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:32:55 +0100
Written by: Sarah Seamarks
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ΚΟΡΩΝΗ ΔΗΜΟΣ - Koroni Council site - pictures of Koroni = shops - bay
Weather forecast for week ahead for Athens (Greek) but with self explanatory graphics for everyone
Links to Messinia local news in Greek, English and German
Qualified Teacher of Greek and English as a Foreign Languag - Harakopio, 3 Km north of Koroni, Messinia
Greek bookstore Erato in Germany (online catalogue in German and Greek) including Greek translation of Harry Potter books
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Maniatis Travel of Kalamata (email - speaks excellent English) - mini-bus transfer from Athens Airport - same company that did the Kalamata Airport coach transfers to Stoupa and other villages. The cost I have been quoted for a shared 8-seater mini-bus from Athens Airport, together with the driver, is 320 Euros divided by 8 equals 40 Euros each.
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ΦΘΙΝΟΠΩΡΙΝΕΣ ΒΟΥΤΙΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΠΕΡΙΠΑΤΟΙ ΣΤΗ ΘΑΛΑΣΣΑ - 25 Οκτωβριο
Διανυουμε το μηνα Οκτωβριο και οι μερες ειναι ιδιαιτερα ηλιολουστες. Αρκετοι ειναι αυτοι που δε δισταζουν να βουτηξουν στη δροσερη θαλασσα της Καλαματας. Η απολυτη ηρεια που επικρατει αυτη τη περιοδο στις παραλιες αλλα και η καθαρη θαλασσα ειναι λογοι που προσελκυουν εκτος απ τους μεγαλους και τους μικρους φιλους
Article source link
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NEWS SNIPPETS - Athens
Aegean adds third daily Stansted flight (London - Athens) - full article on Athens page on this website
Local Greek, and Charter flight tourism from England and Germany to reduce in 2009 into Greece - Sat Oct 4, 2008 - (Webmesiter: From feedback the hotels that were once Kosmar have yet to find another package tour operator in such popular resorts as Stoupa or Finikounda. Charter flights will be much reduced and as unpredicatble as they have been over the last few years. This website is for independent travel by flights to Athens Greece and then car hire to drive down to Messinia county in the southern Peloponnese).
ROAD TOLLS RISE On (after midnight on the Monday 15th) Tuesday 16 September the Tolls out of Athens towards Corinth and out along the Patras motorway will raise to 2.80 Euro per toll booth payment for cars. (Elefsina and Zevgolato outbound and Rio and Isthmus inbound to Athens).
Source to full article in Greek from Kathimerini (15 Sep 08)
American Embassy in Athens, will now close last Wednesday of each month - more information in article with numbers to ring - Article Source Link in Greek - Kathimerini
NEWS SNIPPETS - MESSINIA
16 Oct 08 - Roadworks hαve begun on the high street of Kalamata, from Aristomenous' beginning to its junction with Navarino Street and Kolokotrono till about Christmas. Εδω να αναφeρουμε πως η κυκλοφορiα των οχημaτων αλλα και των συγκοινωνιων θα διεξαγεται απο την οδο Νεδοντος. - Source: local Greek media - The works on the high streedt and central square are now fully funded by the Municipal Government. / Kalamata Mayor (November 2008)
ΚΕΝΤΡΟ ΗΜΕΡΑΣ ΓΙΑ ΑUΤΙΣΤΙΚΑ ΠΑΙΔΙΑ ΣΤΗΝ ΚΑΛΑΜΑΤΑ - 25 Sep 08
Full Article in Greek in Kathimerini
KALAMATA - Keep handbag on your shoulder on inner side away from kerbside - moped snatch thieves about (recent news items was a a lady about 60 years of age who at 5.20am had a bag snatch by a migrant from Georgia. He is now helping the Police with their enquiries).
News Snippet Source in Greek 22 Sep 08
News Snippets about Thessaloniki below
INDEX OF MY ARTICLES ON HOMEPAGE
What Aids Local Tourism in Messinia
What is Not Helpful to Tourism in Messinia (not touring caravans - motor campers)
Living in Greece Information / Support Shop / REAL ESTATE - Koroni - open mornings with English and German speaking staff (now re-opens in summer 2009)
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ΚΟΡΩΝΗ ΔΩΜΑΤΙΑ - ΔΙΑΜΕΡΙΣΜΑ - KORONI ACCOMMODATION |
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Accommodation Koroni - 35 Euros per room per day |
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TOP FLOOR APARTMENT |
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2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchenette, hallway
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EXPEDIA - Flight return London Gatwick to Thessaloniki day or so before to enjoy a stopover (now for 2009 season).
Then book Thessaloniki to Kalamata on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday (Fridays have the least traffic so best availability).
Please book each leg separately - Flight Only search box
Contact direct through link above
Remember these return scheduled flights Thessaloniki-Kalamata cease the last Friday/Sat/Sun combination - 24/25/26 October 2008 according to Expedia and start again in 2009.
Aegean adds third daily Stansted London Airport flight
Published: 03/10/2008
Aegean Airlines is to add an afternoon flight to its Stansted-Athens offering from December 1.
The new flight will depart London at 1550, arriving into Athens at 2135, and will complement its exisiting 0830 and 2000 departues from Stansted.
(Webmeister: Put London Stanstead in Search box above to gain good priced flights bookings from London - eBookers or Opodo or Expedia Ads on this page)
Article source link and full article
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Own courtyard parking |
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TV - air conditioning
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SINGLE STOREY SELF CATERING ROOMS
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35 Euros per room per day - one of the rooms booked by webmeister for one month in July 2009 - others available - all year round
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A moment's walk from Zaga beach (pictures on Koroni page)
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Own courtyard parking |
Many Greeks, French, Austrians, Germans, and English stay as repeat customers, including the webmeister Anastasia Christine |
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Link to Resources about Business Travel international, business travel luggage and business travel packing light, with business travel tips
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Living in Greece Information / Support Shop - Source Your Rural Retreat Direct from Greek Builder - far off the beaten track
Photos of Giorgo and his office are on my Mr Kapiniaris page, who is a local Greek with all the necessary professional knowledge as well as contacts.
Office has Greek staff who speak English and German. As they are Greek and local their knowledge is fully rounded for long term after care.
Office open mornings - picture - address - landline office number below:
ADDRESS:
Mr G. Kapiniaris,
Castle Walls
Koroni
Messinia 24004
Peloponnese
Greece
Τηλ - oικια - 27250 22504
(On road signposted to Zaga Beach - Eleistra up from Church square, turn right at fork (left is cul de sac, walkway to the castle entrance) and immediately on your left) - Nice walk up to castle
Webmeister Anastasia Christine - prior repeat customer of his rental rooms
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Almiyachts.com introducing charter sailing vacations
Links to
Luxury yacht charters and about yacht charters in Greece.
All the information you are ever likely to need for your sailing vacation. Bareboats, flotillas, luxury crewed vessels, sailing cruises and a brokerage section. Yacht charter agencies, boats' photos, info and charter price, and an extensive Greek islands' port directory.
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10 Greece Guides in one Athens & Mainland
Greece Guide, Greek islands Guide w/ tips, tools, ferry schedules, shopping,
cuisine, culture,
ecotourism, beaches, archeological sights, attractions, phrases, cuisine,
hotels, tours, cruises
private tours
LINK PAGES ABOUT GREEK ISLANDS INFO
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FURTHER NEWS SNIPPETS
re Thessaloniki
See Athens pages
Το εορταστικο ωραριο των καταστηματων στη Θεσσαλονικη
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Peloponnese Villa Rentals, Peloponnese Rentals HomeAway advertises privately owned vacation and holiday homes from all over the world. Book direct with the owners for great value!
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What Aids Local Tourism in Messinia |
The Southern Peloponnese is better visited by independent scheduled flight via Thessalonikι to Kalamata regional airport and then with a small hire car, with good mileage per litre, staying at luxury or budget hotels in Greece, in the Greek local villages.
Eating out for your evening meal on the healthiest diet in Europe.
For your lighter meals of the day you might care to:
Purchase locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables in season, from the roadside stalls of the local, mostly retired farmers.
Gain fresh local bread from traditional bakers.
Enjoy locally produced Greek yoghurt, which is usually eaten for breakfast with local Taygetos honey.
There are many hotels, both luxury and budget, as well as self catering holiday accommodation in Greece. In Messinia they are by picturesque villages of stone homes, by or near to beachfront and harbourfront bars, cafes and restaurant.
By this way, you can provide a tourism that benefits the locals directly, which is the purpose of the tourist trade.
Locally produced good class arts and crafts is also a way to give you a reminder of the beauty of Greece when you return home.
Local Athenian Greek tourism is only the few major long weekend religious bank holidays and the month of August. For the rest of the year the region of Messinia is quiet.
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What is Not Helpful to Tourism in Messinia
South Peloponnese towns and villages have narrow, winding medieval roads that often are a single vehicle in width, even on the roads between the villages. Picturesque as this is, it makes Stoupa, Ayios (Agios) Nikolaos, Koroni, Finikounda, Methoni and Pylos unsuitable for touring caravans and motor campers.
Caravans are banned from entry or to be parked in Koroni village.
Caravan owners bring their own food and supplies and do not buy from local shops.
Caravans come to the Peloponnese by the Patras ferry port and come from Germany (Deutschland), Austria (Oestereich), France, Holland and Switzerland (Suisse). The price of petrol makes this journey through Europe and touring around the Peloponnese expensive, especially bearing in mind that rural petrol stations have to charge more for petrol.
There are official campgrounds but many avoid staying overnight in them, and therefore are even less of a support to local tourism. Some even park up overnight obstructing water tanks which need access 24/7 by the Fire Brigade in case of forest fire, therefore being selfish to everyone else in the area, especially the one on the road between Koroni and Finikounda, which is bright red in colour and just above my land and by the side of many Greek villages.
Camping with tents outside of an official campground is a severe fire hazard in the dry climate of Greece, and unhygienic by toilet requirements and rubbish removal.
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