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A visit to Porto Heli and the hotels AKS Porto Heli and AKS Hinitsa Bay must absolutely be combined with trips to the surrounding areas. Argolida is a beautiful region that can take your breath away whether you prefer archeological sites (Mycenae, Epidaurus, Troizina) or you’d rather escape to nature and picturesque villages (Argolida mountains, Aghios Aimilianos). The Katafyki gorge is definitely in the nature category, since it consists of an amazing wooded area, ideal for hiking and just hanging out with the wildlife. It is a bit outside Porto Heli, between Ermioni and Fournoi, in particular. You’ll go there and you’ll walk among the trees and by the creaks, you’ll discover paths and you’ll climb steep (but not altogether dangerous) rocks. The landscape is so exquisite that it gave grounds for a myth to form: it is the entrance to Hades, the one that Hercules used to drag Cerberus out. The best time of year for a trip to Katafyki is in spring, when the weather is not too hot and flowers are blooming everywhere, but this doesn’t mean that going there in the summer is out of the question. You should, however, mind the fact that spring storms are always possible. So, if you’re at Porto Heli these days, try and include Katafyki in your schedule; it will be an unforgettable experience. Peloponnese Hotels – AKS Hinitsa Bay

One of the greatest advantages of AKS Porto Heli and AKS Hinitsa Bay Hotels at Porto Heli is that  they’re in an ideal location for wonderful excursions that offer a great variety: from the archeological sites of Mycenae and Troizina, to the forest of the mountains of Argolida and from majestic little villages like Aghios Aimilianos to the islands of the Saronikos Gulf. And yes, this last one is not peculiar at all since it’s very easy to hop from Porto Heli to Spetses, one of the most beautiful islands of Greece. There are two easy ways to get to Spetses from Porto Heli. From the Hinitsa Bay peer, at the beach of Hinitsa, there are hydrotaxis waiting to carry you across the water easily and safely. There you can find amazing beaches like Aghia Paraskevi and Aghioi Anargyroi, little taverns with excellent food and a town that is asking to be explored on foot so you can discover every hidden nook and cranny, climb up steps and pass under arches made of bougainvilleas. The second way to get to get to Spetses is from Costa beach, where you can find the ferry that will take you across. It departs many times a day, especially during the summer months. So make the best of your vacation in magical Porto Heli to take trips to everything that Greece has to offer. Peloponnese Hotels – AKS Porto Heli

Porto Heli and Argolida host some of the most famous archeological sites in Greece. Epidaurus, Mycenae, Troizina, Tiryns attract thousands of visitors every year. What most people don’t know, however, is that the town of Porto Heli itself hides within it a very interesting archeological site; there is a catch, though, since to see it in its entirety you should know how to scuba dive.

Alieis is an ancient town in the Porto Heli bay that flourished during the classical years, even though we don’t know much about it. Its residents were fishermen at the rich waters of the Argolic Gulf, but they could also be producing Tyrian purple, this renowned and valuable pigment. The excavations started in the 50s and lasted many years and the archeologists made some significant discoveries but, unfortunately, couldn’t find the landmarks of an ancient town, like a theater or a big temple.

Today, the best part of ancient Alieis is found underwater, since the sea level has changed a lot since 2500 years ago. But even if you’re not experienced divers with your own equipment, there are diving schools in Porto Heli that can help you feel, even for a little while, like Indiana Jones or Lara Croft.

Holidays in Porto Heli are always full of surprises. All you need to do is discover them.

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Machines have replaced people in all too many fields, but so far, in the hospitality sector, human contact, trust and a warm smile have always been at the center of a hotel stay.

Hen-na Hotel that will open in July at Sasebo, Nagasaki, within a theme park, wants to change all that. The hotel employees are going to be replaced by robots, which will operate all the necessary hospitality functions. The goal of the hotel is to become really efficient and keep the cost low, so it can offer better prices for its guests.

At the reception you’ll see robots with mechanical smiles and face recognition software, that will help them tell the guests apart. These robots, called Actroids, have been designed to mimic human behavior as best as possible, while they are also capable of speaking in various languages.

But allow us to say that nothing can be compared to the human warmth that can provide the guests with everything they need and solve any and all problems. AKS Hotels have long standing investments in the human factor and are famous for the excellent behavior of their highly trained employees. Robots might be an interesting novelty, but they are about to be proven nothing but a gimmick that cannot replace man.

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Forget all you know! Now you can go to Crete not just for its amazing beaches, its long history and tradition, its exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, its happy yet idiosyncratic people. Now you’ll be going to Crete to ski!

No, there is no ski resort in Crete yet. The temperate, which sometimes wants to think of itself as tropical, climate of the island wouldn’t allow that, while its mountains wouldn’t be able to accommodate a proper ski resort with many slopes for beginners and experts. That doesn’t mean however that you can’t ski in Crete. If you love adventure, then Psiloreitis (or Idi) is perfect for ski mountaineering. In other words, grab your skis, climb up the mountain any way you can and climb down in the most fun way you can imagine!

Of course we would only suggest such a thing to experienced skiers that make sure to follow all safety measures, with the most important being having good knowledge of the mountain. According to experts at skim.gr you can go up in a car (or at least a 4×4) until the shelters of Mygeros and Toumpotos Prinos (or at least to a point near them) and from there you can start skiing down. You should be careful, because the snow might be frozen which would make skiing impossible, even though this is a problem mainly in winter, while in spring, before the snow melts, the conditions are probably ideal.

So, how about it? Are you ready for something completely different?

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Argolida is a region with many thousands of years of history. The temperate climate, the fertile soil, the generous sea provide the ideal conditions for settlements which, in turn, become powerful cities. Around Porto Heli and farther away you can find some of the most important archeological sites in Greece. Epidaurus It is perhaps the most famous theater in the world. Epidaurus has many thousands of visitors every year; they don’t only want to see this architectural marvel, but watch magical performances, an experience that, for theater lovers, can be compared with few things in life. Mycenae The palace and the city of Mycenae show the glorious distant past of Greece. Imposing graves, huge walls and impressive findings make Mycenae a place that is almost imperative to visit. Frahthi This cave hosted the most ancient neolithic settlement in Greece. Even today the archeologists discover new things that give us information on people who lived there tens of thousands of years ago. Troizina That’s where Theseus started his journey; today it is a beautiful archeological site, hidden in the trees. It is very close to Porto Heli and a visit there will be an ideal way to spend your day. Tiryns Tiryns is a site near Argos and Nafplion. It has the added advantage of being close to one of the best beaches in Argolida, Tolo. Combine them for a perfect trip. Porto Heli Porto Heli has its own archeological site. What’s most impressive is that half of it is on land and the other in the sea. If you feel like scuba diving, this is where you’ll find what you’re looking for! Argolida Hotels – AKS Porto Heli

Porto Heli may be able to keep your interest during your vacation, but it is also surrounded by wonderful locations that can attract your attention, if you feel like going for a drive around beautiful Argolida. Here we will only suggest a few of the places you can choose to go.
Ververonta lagoon

With an impressive beach and excellent little taverns, Ververonta beach is ideal for a completely calm and idyllic day. Swim in the sea, drink some ouzo, forget your problems in a place that was used in the past as a haven by pirates. It is also said that the waters there are therapeutic.

Koilada

Koilada in Argolida is one of those villages that you’ll fall in love with at first sight. Picturesque, calm and comely, Koilada isn’t for a long stay, but it is definitely worth going there during your explorations. Don’t forget to go by the shipyard, since the boats built in Koilada are famous for their sturdiness and their reliability.

Avgou Monastery

Argolida might have a lot of ancient sights, but it is not lacking in newer attractions. Avgou Monastery cannot however be considered that new, since it’s been standing by the rock and the forest since at least the eleventh century. Impressive architecture, a solemn atmosphere, trees and a river make the landscape perfect for a visit.

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Porto Heli isn’t just an amazing town, ideal for spending there a few idyllic days of your vacation. It also offers you infinite possibilities for trips around it, since Argolida is full of wonderful locations that you can visit either for their beaches, or their taverns, or the beautiful landscape. In this article we will talk about two of the closer trips around Porto Heli.

Ermioni

Ermioni is only a few minutes away from Porto Heli. It is a very impressive town, really taken care of by its residents, because they want it to be unforgettable to visitors. Ermioni is surrounded by pine trees, and is not lacking in popular beaches: Kouverta, Maderi, Petrothalassa and Bisti are only some of them. A bit further outside is Katafyki gorge, if you feel like a hike and an adventure in nature.
Aghios Aimilianos

The cape and the village of Aghios Aimilianos is perhaps the region that attracts the largest number of the rich and famous from all over the world after Mykonos. The green landscape, the magnificent view to the sea, the picturesque architecture have led many to build their mansions in the area and enjoy the best things in life so close to Porto Heli and Athens itself.

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The archeological site at Tiryns is one of the most impressive in Greece, even if it isn’t as famous as the nearby Mycenae. It is located a bit outside Nafplion, not too far from Porto Heli and it is perfect for a pleasant trip, also because of the beautiful natural landscape that surrounds it. Even though there are in Tiryns some ruins from the neolithic era, the most important and most impressive belong to the Mycenaean era, when the region flourished the most, since, during the historical years, studies have shown that it was destroyed by the much mightier Argos. When you visit the site, during the tour you’ll see the Upper Acropolis that includes the eastern gate and the Lower Acropolis, where the palace can be found. The whole hill is surrounded by the Cyclopean walls, a truly amazing work, given the technical capabilities of the times, since their thickness can reach up to eight meters. The waterworks system of the city is also pretty interesting. Finally, a bit farther out from the Acropolis there are some beehive tombs, evidence of the important personalities that resided in the area. If you have time to spare, a visit to Tiryns from Porto Heli is definitely worth it. You can easily combine it with a quick cup of coffee at Nafplion or Argos and your day will be more than pleasant. Peloponnese Hotels– AKS Porto Heli