Where Golf Meets Nature, Culture and Timeless Greek Hospitality

Each November, the serene coastlines of Messinia transform into the beating heart of Europe’s golf scene. From 19 to 23 November 2025, the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am returns to Costa Navarino, Greece’s most celebrated golf and lifestyle destination. More than a tournament, it’s an international gathering of passion, precision, and Mediterranean elegance set against the sunlit hills, olive groves, and glittering Ionian waters of the Peloponnese.

Hosting the event across three of its signature 18-hole courses The Dunes Course, The Hills Course, and The International Olympic Academy Golf Course Costa Navarino offers an unmatched stage where athletic excellence meets natural beauty. Here, every swing comes with a sea breeze, every fairway tells a story, and every sunset over Navarino Bay feels like art.

A World-Class Tournament Rooted in Greek Warmth

Endorsed by the Confederation of Professional Golf, the Hellenic Golf Federation, and the PGA of Greece, the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am attracts players from around the world professionals and amateurs alike all drawn to the perfect balance of challenge and charm. With 55 teams competing for a €60,000 prize fund, it’s an event where the technical brilliance of sport meets the heart of Greek hospitality.

But what truly makes this tournament unique is its spirit: from welcome receptions by the sea to elegant gala dinners and cultural excursions, participants are invited not just to compete, but to connect with each other, with the land, and with the timeless rhythm of Messinia.

Costa Navarino: Where Nature Inspires Every Moment

Nestled between mountains and sea, Costa Navarino is more than a resort it’s a living showcase of sustainable luxury. Vast olive groves, rolling dunes, and untouched coastline set the scene for unforgettable experiences both on and off the green.

Golfers can enjoy the Dunes Course, Greece’s first signature course designed by Bernhard Langer, with sweeping sea views and challenging bunkers. The Bay Course, shaped by Robert Trent Jones Jr., rewards precision with mesmerizing views of Navarino Bay, while the Hills Course and International Olympic Academy Course blend technical play with peaceful immersion in nature.

Outside the courses, Costa Navarino offers Michelin-level gastronomy, luxury spa sanctuaries, and curated experiences such as olive oil tastings, vineyard visits, and sailing excursions around the bay where the historic Battle of Navarino once unfolded.

It’s a destination that redefines what it means to travel for sport where golf becomes a way to experience Greece’s culture, history, and natural splendor.

Beyond the Fairways: Exploring Messinia

For those extending their stay, the region surrounding Costa Navarino is a treasure trove of authentic Greek experiences. Explore Pylos, with its charming harbor and vibrant square, or wander through the ancient ruins of the Palace of Nestor, where history breathes through every stone.

Discover the romantic seaside fortress of Methoni Castle, hike to the turquoise cascades of Polylimnio Waterfalls, or spend a tranquil afternoon birdwatching at Gialova Lagoon. Each corner of Messinia tells a story — a fusion of nature, mythology, and timeless simplicity.

And when the day ends, the golden Messinian sunset paints the horizon in hues of amber and violet a fitting close to a day spent between fairways and sea breezes.

Where to Stay: Studio Centro – Your Elegant Base in Pylos

To experience the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am in total comfort, location matters. Studio Centro, in the heart of Pylos, is the ideal base a new, elegant apartment where style meets convenience.

Just steps away from the harbor, cafes, and shops, it allows guests to explore the town effortlessly while staying close to Costa Navarino’s courses. With air conditioning, iron system, high-speed Wi-Fi, Netflix, espresso machine, refrigerator, air fryer, safe box, premium towels & linen, and baby cot on request, Studio Centro combines luxury amenities with warm, Greek hospitality.

Whether you’re competing, spectating, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, Studio Centro offers a home-like retreat for the most inspiring week of the year. 

Book your stay in advance for the most special three days of November!