Holidays in Tolon

Getting there and getting around

Tolon is a very compact resort therefore doesn’t have its own airport. However, flights to Tolon operate into Kalamata Airport, which sits three hours away from resort. The transfer is quite long, but is said to be a very scenic journey. You can only fly to Tolon from the major airports in the UK but there are some fantastic deals available on holidays in Tolon. Getting around Tolon is best done on foot as there is so much Greek culture to admire, however if you prefer to branch out of resort, hiring a car is recommended as it allows you to do so at your own leisurely pace.

Things to do

Tolon holidays provide an excellent opportunity for water sports, especially for beginners as it is an extremely safe, sheltered bay, therefore making it an easy place to start learning. There are many courses available in Tolon for each different activity, from 5 day courses to learn windsurfing, to flexible sessions trying your hand at waterskiing. All lessons are run by experienced staff and only take a couple of hours out of your day, therefore allowing you to not only return home with a brand new skill, but with a nice tan as well!

Food and drink

The Greek diet tends to be a variation of meats and fresh vegetables, such as chicken, lamb, beef, tomatoes, beans and eggplant. Tolon holidays also offer the chance to sample a nice variety of cheeses, many of which are regional specialties. A popular Greek dish is ’souvlaki,’ delicious meat cooked on a long spit, usually with onions and tomatoes, you will find it on the menu at many eateries in Tolon. With regard to a drink in Tolon, give retsina a try, a white wine flavoured with pine resin, said to be quite strong but very tasty. If all this sounds like your idea of a fantastic getaway, then search here at travel.co.uk for cheap holidays to Tolon and other destinations in Greece.