Kalamata is a darling beach town.

We rented a van with CarRentals.com to explore the Peloponnese. We drove from Athens to Kalamata.

As we drove through, it reminded me of the Destin, Florida, area with its shops, boat dock, and oceanfront restaurants.

We wanted to stay on the beach and we loved the Akti Taygetos Conference Resort. It was just far enough from the strip to feel secluded.

We played at the pool all afternoon.

The restaurant at the hotel was sufficient.

Pasta, pizza, salad, hamburgers, and grilled pork. All fresh and delicious!

And that gorgeous sunset.

Alex loved romping on the steps and petting the kittens.

The breakfast buffet was to die for.

A hot and cold bar, pastries, and drink station. Local delicacies and universal favorites. Something for everyone!

I really loved the steamed milk on the hot plate. Café au lait!

We took some sunset photos on the little beach.

We loved the beach and climate, food and people! We long to go back to Greece!

Check out our Eating Through Greece post! See our whole Greek trip itinerary here.