Trekking Arcadia & Greek Cooking with Chef Athinagoras Kostakos

Marriott Bonvoy Moments invited members to discover the flavors, traditions, and untamed beauty of Arcadia through an exclusive culinary and outdoor escape. Hosted at MANNA, a Member of Design Hotels™, this rare neoclassical mountain retreat offered a deeply immersive weekend shaped by nature, mythology, and Greek gastronomy. The journey began with a guided trek through the Arcadian wilderness along the mythic Lousios River, one of Europe’s cleanest rivers and, according to legend, the site where Zeus took his first bath as an infant. Members followed ancient trails, explored lush forests and waterfalls, learned essential survival skills, and tested their focus during an immersive archery session set in nature. That afternoon, the experience moved to the heart of Greek cuisine with a hands-on outdoor cooking masterclass led by acclaimed chef Athinagoras Kostakos. Using fresh, local ingredients inspired by Arcadia’s culinary heritage, members prepared and shared traditional dishes during an open-air feast beneath the Arcadian sky, celebrating the connection between land, culture, and community. Each guest enjoyed a two-night stay at MANNA, where thoughtful design, wellness, and outdoor adventure come together in a secluded mountain sanctuary long considered an earthly paradise. Learn more about MANNA, a Member of Design Hotels™: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/klxmm-manna-a-member-of-design-hotels/overview/ Discover more unique experiences: https://moments.marriottbonvoy.com/en-us/ #MarriottBonvoyMoments #DesignHotels #MANNAHotel #Arcadia #GreekCuisine #AthinagorasKostakos #LuxuryTravel #CulinaryTravel #OutdoorAdventure