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15.05.2014

Avgou Monastery

Built centuries ago within the rocks, isolated and peaceful, Avgou Monastery is one of the most important sights in Argolida. If you are on vacation at some of the coastal towns of the region, like Porto Heli, it is...

08.05.2014

The Temple of Apollo Epicurius in the Peloponnese

One of the most impressive sights in the Peloponnese, hidden among its imposing mountains, is the temple of Apollo Epicurius, found in Bassae of Figaleia, on Mt Kotilio. Its erection is placed at the end of the fifth century...

06.05.2014

Aghios Aimilianos – The luxury resort of Greece

Aghios Aimilianos is a cape quite close to the beautiful and cosmopolitan Porto Heli, a small settlement with generous natural beauty in its seas, its beaches and inland. This, and its proximity to Athens, is the reason why, the...

28.04.2014

The mythical name of the Peloponnese

It combines mountains and sea, wilderness and beautiful cities, ancient civilization and modern living. The Peloponnese has all these elements that make those who live there proud and all the rest wish they could visit. Most people know that...

25.04.2014

King Minos – The myth and the truth

Our hotel, AKS Minoa Palace, built around one of the most beautiful beaches of Heraklion, has borrowed its name from the legendary king of Crete, Minos. How much do we really know, however, about Minos? Who is the man...

23.04.2014

Porto Heli, the Greek Riviera

What do Sean Connery, Hugh Grant and Prince Alexander of the Netherlands have in common? They have all chosen Porto Heli to spend their summer vacations or to invest in a summer house, so they can enjoy the sun and...

11.04.2014

Ancient Porto Heli

Porto Heli is not only famous for its beaches, the nice shops and cafes, its beautiful natural surroundings. The area, due to its excellent climate and its advantageous position, has been inhabited since the ancient times, which means that...

09.04.2014

Ermioni

A few minutes from Porto Heli can be found the town of Ermioni, a picturesque place that brings the Greek islands to mind and warmly embraces the visitor with its impressive architecture and its relaxed pace. The beaches of...

08.04.2014

Ancient Troizina

One of the major benefits of vacationing in Argolida is the ability to go on daily excursions to magnificent places, each time choosing a different setting. If you want beaches, you will go to the cosmopolitan Porto Heli, which...

02.04.2014

Opening for the Season!

Summer is approaching rapidly and AKS Hotels in Porto Heli, Crete and Paros are ready to open for the new season. Our opening dates are as follows: AKS Porto Heli Hotel                ...