Who is @Surtuko?
Marianna is the face of @Surtuko. If you cook for 1 or 2 people and want to learn more about Greek cuisine, @Surtuko has the recipes for you. Marianna’s vision is to help people who want to eat different food every day without feeling trapped in the kitchen. The Greek word “surtuko” means “a person who generally avoids family life and its obligations and is used to go around, having fun and loitering.” For example: “You surtúko, where have you been all day and haven't cooked?”
Marianna describes her first love for food: “The story my parents love to tell to anyone they first meet is about when I was a year old and was scolded for taking a loaf of bread in my hand and dipping into the sauces on the table. I wanted, and still want, to see and eat everything.”
About the Peloponnese
Of every region on the Greek mainland, the Peloponnese is the most popular to visit for tourists, apart from Attica (where Athens is located). This region of southern Greece is not far from Athens and features beautiful resorts, historic monuments, UNESCO Heritage Sites, Byzantine churches and monasteries, and temples to the ancient Greek gods. Popular places to visit in the Peloponnese are the incredible cities of Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Tiryns. The Peloponnese connects to the rest of mainland Greece at two points: the Corinth Canal and the Bridge of Rio Antirio. The Peloponnese is also known for its delicious Greek food and wine, which is produced locally and differs by region in the Peloponnese.
Ranking Methodology
How did we decide what factors are most important for Dutch home buyers? To solve this challenge, we first asked our sales and legal team, who offer consultation and legal handling to dozens of Dutch clients (both those who do and don’t purchase a property). We then combined this data with a small survey of Dutch clients who ultimately purchased a home to find out their highest priorities.
How Does the Peloponnese Rank for Dutch Travelers?
Sea View
The Peloponnese has one of the longest coastlines of any area in Greece, at almost 1500 kilometers. Some parts of the Peloponnese are undeveloped and there are many opportunities for beachfront homes. Some popular areas to get a sea view in the Peloponnese are Monemvasia, Costa Navarino, Nafplion, Porto Heli, Methoni, and Koroni.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Direct Flights
From the Netherlands, you can fly directly to two airports with access to the Peloponnese: Kalamata and Athens. It is important to remember that in size, the Peloponnese is one of the largest regions in Greece. If you’ve traveled to Crete, going from the top of the Peloponnese to the very bottom is like traveling from one tip of Crete to the other.
Rating: 8 out of 10
Property Prices
Prices in the Peloponnese highly depend on the area where you buy a home. According to national averages from Spitogatos, prices range from about 1100 Euros per square meter to 1700 Euros per square meter.
Corinthia: 1500 Euro/sqm
Lakonia: 1150 Euro/sqm
Argolis: 1690 Euro/sqm
Arcadia: 1150 Euro/sqm
Achaia: 1170 Euro/sqm
Messinia: 1563 Euro/sqm
Compared to the “hot” areas of Greece, like Athens, the Cycladic islands, Mykonos, Santorini, and Corfu, you will have a traditional Greek experience without facing large crowds of tourists. In addition, prices are almost 50% lower.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Internet Speed
Internet Speeds are available in the Peloponnese via Speedtest by Ookla. Out of the towns listed in the Peloponnese, Corinth’s speed is the fastest, at 50 MBPS. Compared to other areas of Greece, this is slightly above average. You can expect slower speeds in the more remote areas of the Peloponnese.
Rating: 9 out of 10
English Speakers and Expatriate Community
If you choose one of the Peloponnese’s most touristed towns, like Costa Navarino, you will surely find English speakers or even Dutch speakers. This area of Greece is growing a lot in popularity, so you can expect to see many visitors. If you choose to buy a home in the more remote southern areas of the Peloponnese, the community of English speakers will definitely be smaller.
Rating: 8 out of 10
Overall Rating: 9.6/10
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