Costa Navarino Holidays

Set on the south-west coast of Greece's mainland Peloponnese region, Costa Navarino's got a growing reputation as one of the Mediterranean's premier luxury destinations. This is your one-stop shop for pampering and relaxation, where you can hop from soothing spa treatments to a dip in the brilliant blue sea.

Despite the luxe resorts, Costa Navarino's still fairly off the radar and there's a relaxed feel to the coastline's beaches. For underwater enthusiasts, the Messinian Sea promises snorkelling and scuba thrills – there's even a sunken village to explore. Golfers, meanwhile, can tee off at one of two nearby courses.

Costa Navarino's a gastronomic heaven, boasting a cluster of five-star restaurants – be sure to sample their regional specialities and freshly caught seafood. For a tantalising foodie pilgrimage, take the hour's drive over to Kalamata, home to a popular farmers' market and world-famous olives.

History buffs will find Costa Navarino an ideal base for connecting with ancient Greece. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nestor's Palace is just 15 minutes' drive away – once a home to Mycenaean kings. Further afield, the archaeological site of Olympia is just a 90-minute drive to the north.