2) Off the tourist map

Tolo  is a seaside village, on the mainland Peloponnese, just over an hour away from us.   The hotels and other accomodation are either right next to the water or on the hill above with a view of the sandy bay.  The sea is shallow and warm, the sand is golden, the bay enclosed, protected by three small islands and safe for boats and sports.

Look at the photo above.  This is the attraction of the resort for me.  Those hotels are literally on the beach.  You can walk out of your accomodation, cross a metre of sand and dive straight into the sea.  There are tavernas as well with tables on the sand, or just above the beach

May or September are the best times to stayover.  September more so than May.  In September the seas have been warmed by months of scorching summer sun and are still warm, and clear.  The beaches are empty of small children but tavernas, cafes and bars are open for business and the workers have time to take a breath and give you a smile and sit for a chat.

July and August.  A little crowded

All along the coast there are small villages with rooms to let and tavernas on the sea.  This coast is perfect for a Greek holiday beside the sea without having to wait for a ferry or carry bags.  Just get in your (rental) car and go.  Tolo, Vivari, Iria are only two hours from Athens and half an hour or less from the city of Nafplion which has more history than you can shake a stick at.

-  The kingdom of Asini from the time of the Trojan war

     -  Tyrins.  Built by giants, so they say.  They also say it was   the birthplace of Hercules

 - Nafplio.  With a fortress, castle and an island citadel

     - Epidavros.  Ancient theatre, still in use today                 

        - Argos.  Prehistoric city, theatre, castle, tombs and more  

...... And more  

And tavernas

Tolo on the beach