Really enjoyed this well run place and Mermaids next door too. Brilliant staff in both places and Petros was a gas at the Karaoke. Met a brilliant Scottish Magician in this bar who showed me and my friends some of the most brilliant card tricks I have ever seen, then saw him do great karaoke at Plus Soda then caught him in cabaret in a club in Laganas, very, very funny. I heard that he will be working in Kalamaki again next year... Wish I could remember his name!! If you are in Kalamaki, DO NOT pass by either Mernaids or Plus Soda, you'll regret it.

Anyone who doesn't like the excellent food at Mermaids should go to somewhere average to get your sausages, chips and mushy peas or burgers and other UK style food. Mermaids is the tops, as is the food and staff, the entertainment and everything else. See you all next year.

We arrived, had no accomodation and Fotis found space for us. Great guy with great family, hotel, pool, bar, etc. Bit lacking in entertainment but you dont have to go very far to find some. One night at Vanessa we met a magician guy (Paul, I think...) who was working at some bars in Zante. He showed me and my family the most amazing close up magic I've ever seen in the bar. Much better than on telly, he was brilliant. I hope he's there next year as we've booked already. The staff at the Vanesssa are great and will do all they can to help you (it may take a little Greek time, but they WILL help you). What else can I say about the place... Kalamaki itself comes to life at night and apart from 1 or 2 idiot Brits (there were always a few every night) as drunk as can be, the place is great for families. The Vanessa is bang in the middle of the strip and couldn't be bettert placed for all the amenities. Cant wait till next year's holidays now... Maybe see you there.

I am currently putting together a list of acts that may be suitable for various venues in Zante for summer season 2006. I have most of musicians/singers/hosts and am currently looking for speciality acts. While I was working in Zante last year I caught the brilliant close up magic act of a very, very funny Scottish magician, I think his name was Paul and he was based in either Kalamaki or Laganas. At the time I met him for a drink (Cave Bar in Kalamaki although I dont think he was working this venue) he was doing 'freelance' entertainment work around the various bars and hotels in Kalamaki and Laganas. I had his contact details but have managed to lose them.... If anyone knows this guy, please point him in my direction or send me his details. Thanks, Dean.

Loved it, loved it , loved it. We will be back next year too!!!