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WELCOME INSIDE THE PELIGONI CLUB

September 13, 2016

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Welcome to the Peligoni Club, The Heart Of Zakynthos


If you’ve been following along on Instagram (& snapchat – mediamarmalade) or caught my post earlier this week on Villa Alico, then you’ll know I’ve been spending the week on the sunny (most the time) island of Zakynthos at the wonderful Peligoni Club.

Peligoni isn’t your normal sort of club. It’s a ‘club’ which feels more like visiting family or friends than it does a formal or standard holiday club or resort. And it’s no wonder really, because Peligoni was founded as just that. I was lucky enough one morning to be grabbing my usual ice coffee from the club bar, to get chatting to a lovely lady called Vanessa, a lady I later found out was the founder of this house party come festival like club. And she said back in the early days, that’s just what it was.

Despite growing and changing ownership (to another family who had been coming for many years), it’s not lost this friendly, familiar, relaxed vibe that It clearly started with. So much so that everyone knows everyone, most guests have been coming since they were toddlers themselves, and as a guest you’re treated like a member of the family from the moment you step inside the club. We were greeted by the vivacious Sheila who quickly got us a drink and got the team to knock us up an incredible Greek platter as we ‘must have been starving’ from the travel. It’s this vibe, along with the ample sports, parties, and beach front setting that’s made Peligoni a firm favourite on my holiday destination list.

I just can’t believe it’s taken me this long to visit!


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Everything you need to know about Peligoni …

Feasting & Tipples

When it comes to eating, Peligoni certainly encourages a plentiful diet. We’ve found ourselves feasting on a whole variety of delicious treats, from our super food lunches in the club bar, to incredible home made hampers delivered to our villa each night, to party nights at the club with all your favourite BBQ goods and even a hog roast (where you all dine together around one big family table).

The hampers though are something quite special. Made to order, with the best local food you could ask for & delivered to your door in a big wicker hamper. Whether it’s a whole roast chicken and a plethora of exotic salads, or a comforting lamb tagine with a locals Greek meze, it’s a real feast.

But it’s not just the Peli club, the local restaurants knock up a real treat too. Whether it’s Nobolos on the beach, the Art Cafe in the hills or the Old Windmill at the top of the mountainous hillside. These local restaurants are adored and I wasn’t surprised why.

And when it comes to drinking, well Peligoni caters for the ‘experienced’ drinkers out there, so you won’t go without a fabulous bottle of red, the perfect sunny day Rose or simply a stellar Pimms or G&T. But don’t be surprised if you find yourself drinking from 12pm until 12am.

Getting Active

When it comes to things to do, the choice is unfounded. Windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, paddle boarding, kayaking, road biking, tennis, sea swims, daily work outs or simply just a day at the spa or beach front. You’re spoilt for choice and can easily lose a whole day running from activity to activity.

For me though, it’s spa treatments and relaxing on the beach that fills my time. I kick started my week with a 90 minute swedish massage at the ‘Goat Shed’ spa & it was the perfect way to unwind and start the week.

Sleeping

Perhaps one of the coolest things about Zakynthos and the Peligoni club is that it’s not just one big resort hotel where all guests stay, the Peli set up is quite different. Individual villas filling the island and local area, ranging for £17k a week mansion villas to more humble abodes for families, or even local boutique BnB’s if you wanted something a little less over zealous. Every villa is unique and owned by a frequent Peligoni holiday goer or a local Greek, making the stay feel just as homely and welcoming as the club itself. I’ve already talked all about our Vila, run by Stephano here, and our experience has been fantastic.


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SEE MORE

PELIGONI 2018 . NORTH ZAKYNTHOS VILLAS . THE FIRST PELI HOUSE PARTY 


In all honesty, I’m not surprised Peligoni guests come back year after year, it’s a home away from home but with the luxe, boutique experience you’d want from a holiday. And if the pictures and my editorial doesn’t say enough, for the first time ever I’ve made a little film to go alongside my blog which I’ll be sharing in my final holiday instalment later this week … the secret side of Zakynthos that you should all explore if you visit the island. I can’t wait to share my first ever video attempt with you all.


Have you ever heard of or listed the Peligoni Club?  If you fancy more travel reviews & inspiration then head over here.

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  • 15 Comments

    1. Hayley says

      September 13, 2016 at 10:27 am

      This is the most stunning resort – your pictures do it so much justice, yet I’m sure it looks even more beautiful IRL!? Hope you had a lovely relaxing holiday girl! <3

      Hayley xo
      http://www.frockmeimfamous.com

    2. Aleksandra says

      September 13, 2016 at 11:12 am

      Oh my, that looks paradise like :)

    3. Miranda | Miranda's Notebook says

      September 13, 2016 at 11:29 am

      I’ve never heard of the Peligoni Club, but now I so want to go! It looks like heaven on earth! I love your absolutely stunning photos. xxx

    4. Neeltje | Thoughts in Style says

      September 13, 2016 at 2:39 pm

      This looks like a lovely place :) X

    5. Nicola says

      September 13, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      It is absolutely fabulous. This post shows Peligoni as it is. Fab images. Its got me wanting to go back next year. xx

    6. Dee says

      September 13, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      I love this travel post. I just want to be there :) xx

    7. Natalia Bosch says

      September 13, 2016 at 7:38 pm

      Love it!

      Lots of love.
      http://www.NataliaBosch.com

    8. The Modern Alice says

      September 13, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      Gorgeous photos!!! <3

      The Modern Alice || http://www.themodernalice.com

    9. Stephanie Williams says

      September 14, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      Oh my goodness, looks like such a peaceful and beautiful place — and sooo picture perfect!

    10. michelle says

      September 14, 2016 at 5:22 pm

      oh wow, this place looks like the dream!!! amazing photos!

      http://www.michellewalker.co.uk

    11. Rae says

      September 14, 2016 at 7:58 pm

      I never realised that Zakynthos was so beautiful, every image is absolutely stunning! Hope you had an incredible holiday (Looking at these photos i’m sure you did).

    12. Anna says

      September 15, 2016 at 3:25 am

      Wow. This place looks amazing! These pictures are stuning!

      Fash Boulevard

    13. Tamara says

      September 15, 2016 at 6:57 am

      This is such a stunning and chic place! Your photography is absolutely gorgeous too!

      XoXo,

      Tamara – LoveofMode.com

    14. Dawn says

      September 17, 2016 at 8:02 am

      The Peligoni club looks fabulous. Your images are spectacular. Thanks Mel xx

    15. Mojitogirl says

      September 21, 2016 at 6:08 pm

      Beautiful article. Fabulous images. This shows Peligoni as it is….and lucky us, we’ve just booked for next year :) xx

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