Kalamata hosts Italian media for tourism promotion trip

The Municipality of Kalamata, in collaboration with CK Strategies, organized a press familiarization trip for journalists from six major Italian media outlets from September 30 to October 2, 2026. The initiative is part of the municipality's 2026 tourism promotion program, specifically targeting the Italian market via direct flights from Milan.

Participating journalists included representatives from RAI, La Repubblica, Vanity Fair Italia, Sale & Pepe, National Geographic Italia, and Blu Vacanze / MSC Cruises. The delegation visited several historical and cultural sites, including Kalamata Castle, the Archaeological Museum, the Cathedral of the Annunciation, and Ancient Messene.

The program emphasized the gastronomy and history of the Messenia region. Activities included culinary experiences at the Municipal Market, olive oil tastings at Mana Elia and the Elaiochori Agricultural Olive Oil Cooperative, and a visit to Mikromani to learn about artichoke cultivation. Reports from the trip are expected to be published in the coming months.