About NOSTOS Tango Marathon

NOSTOS Tango Marathon returns for its 2nd edition, from 25–28 March 2027, in Alexandroupolis, Greece.

Once again, our home will be the beautiful 5-star Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki, a spacious and elegant venue by the sea, offering comfort, warmth, clean surroundings, and the perfect atmosphere for four days of tango, music, learning, and connection.

But NOSTOS is not only about the venue.
It is not only about the comfort, the space, the sea, or the beauty of the place.

NOSTOS is about energy.
It is about the people who honour us by travelling a few — or many — kilometres to be with us.
It is about the dancers who return to share embraces, music, conversations, smiles, and moments that cannot always be described, but are deeply felt.

It is about the music of the people we have chosen to inspire us.
It is about the knowledge offered generously by maestros whose presence brings quality, depth, and new inspiration to our tango journey.

Where

Ramada Plaza
by Wyndham Thraki
Alexandroupolis, Greece

When

Thursday to Sunday
March 19-22, 2026

After the first edition, many friends shared with us that they are already looking forward to being together again.
And we feel exactly the same.

For the 2nd edition of NOSTOS Tango Marathon, we are happy and honoured to welcome new collaborators, beloved artists, inspiring TDJs, and beautiful human beings who will bring their own energy, experience, and love for tango into our embrace.

This year, NOSTOS will offer 6 milongas and 4 workshops, creating a rich experience for dancers who wish not only to dance, but also to learn, explore, connect, and grow.

Behind NOSTOS are two people, Olga Kourou and Filip Jovanovic, who approach tango from the inside out.
For us, tango is not only something we organise. It is something we live, breathe, study, share, and keep discovering through music, movement, teaching, travelling, friendship, and community.

NOSTOS was born from this need:
to create a place where people can return.

Return to the music.
Return to the embrace.
Return to simplicity, presence, and human connection.
Return, perhaps, to something true inside themselves.

With every edition, NOSTOS grows.
And as it grows, so does its family.

We look forward to welcoming you again — or for the very first time — to four days by the sea, united by one common language:

Tango.

Event Program

Cast Tdj

Gianpio Cappucci
Italy - Krakow

Gianpio starts his experience as a Tdj in 2013 playing in several Buenos Aires’s milongas Since 2016 he lives in Krakow, Poland, playing constantly in the country and rest of Europe.
His favorite orchestras ever?
Anibal Troilo!
Djs make the energy flowing in the Milonga.
“I feel responsible to build a bridge between me and the crowd on the dance floor and establishing a communication which is extremely important in order to feel all kind of vibes we all are able to feel”

Konstantinos Chalntoupis
GREECE

Tango met him 23 years ago and since then he “follows” it as Maestro and Tdj. He is the founder of the Association of Argentine Tango Community in the municipality of Larissa city in Hellas (Greece) and pioneer in the creation of the tango community of Thessaly region He organizes the oldest and more famous milonga in the city of Larissa, the “La Milonga de Larissa”. He also organises the famous European festival & marathon, The “PORTEÑO TANGO FESTIVAL” and other numerous big events in Hellas (Greece) He also teaches tango on a regular weekly basis in the city of Larissa and is invited to teach and Tdjing in festivals and marathons abroad As a Tdj he has more than 23 years of experience in tango music. He also coaches young and up coming TDJ’s Indicative, he have been invited as Tdj at milongas and numerous big events all over Hellas (Greece) and other countries as Buenos Aires (Argentina), Turkey, England, Serbia, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Russia, Qatar, e.t.c The improvisation is his principle! He moves from tanda to tanda very carefully according to the atmosphere, the time period and the dancer’s energy! He loves to create what the milongueros say: “La onda de la milonga”!

Ariel Yanovsky
ARGENTINA

Passionate and experienced Tango DJ with over 6 years of dedication to traditional tango music. I create memorable milonga experiences by blending a profound understanding of tango’s cultural heritage with carefully curated selections that inspire dancers and energize the dance floor. Experience • 6+ years of professional Tango DJing, specializing in traditional Argentine tango music. • Performed at milongas and events across the globe, including: • Colombia • Brazil • Germany • United Kingdom • Italy • Cyprus • Lithuania • Switzerland • Austria • Moldova • Finland • And many others. Music Philosophy • Style: Strongly rooted in traditional Argentine tango music. • Curation: Focused on crafting tandas that maintain a dynamic flow, enhancing the energy of the milonga. • Passion: While I love all kinds of music, my approach to tango is always respectful of its traditions and culture. Skills • Expert in tanda construction and energy management for dancers. • International experience adapting to diverse audiences. • Proficient with sound systems and technical setups.

Giorgos Linardatos
greece

Giorgos Linardatos discovered Tango back in 2004, and since then his journey in the tango world has been steadily evolving.

He has been teaching since 2010, and in 2015 he became one of the main pillars of El Conventillo in Patras, a school that continues to operate today, dedicated exclusively to Argentine Tango and hosting a regular weekly milonga.

As a dancer, he has travelled and danced in numerous milongas, festivals, and marathons in Greece and abroad. He has also been invited to teach at several of them, sharing his experience and his love for Tango.

As a Tango DJ, he has played music at milongas and tango marathons in Greece. His musical choices, as well as the atmosphere he creates on the dance floor, are often described as “romantically energetic.”

Giorgos, coming from Patras, joins NOSTOS Tango Marathon to share with us his energy, passion, and music — and to lift us up until the very last tanda

Thanasis Pouchias
GREECE - KRAKOW

I’m a Greek-born tango DJ passionate about creating an energetic and inviting dance floor through carefully selected, emotional, and rhythmic tango music. My love for tango led me to dive deeply into its musical richness and eventually into DJing, where I enjoy guiding dancers through a journey of powerful tandas, playful rhythms, and heartfelt moments.

Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of DJing in tango communities across Poland, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Georgia, Greece, and the UK, connecting dancers through the shared language of tango music.

Looking forward to sharing beautiful music and meeting you on the dance floor.

Jovana Bogić
BOSNIA

My journey into DJing began quite spontaneously. My local tango community in Bosnia needed another DJ, and as a student with plenty of free time, curiosity, and a passion for exploration, I stepped in. The rest, as they say, is history. The deeper I ventured into tango music—especially the richness of the Golden Age—the more fascinated I became. Since then, my goal has been to honor both the music and the dancers through every set I play. I believe that a great milonga is created when every dancer feels included in the musical conversation. For that reason, I strive to build sets that offer something for everyone, paying attention not only to those on the dance floor but also to the overall atmosphere and energy in the room. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of DJing at numerous local milongas in Belgrade and Bosnia, as well as at larger events such as the Sarajevo Tango Festival, sharing my passion for tango music with dancers from different communities and backgrounds. DJing has become both a passion and a responsibility. The more experience I gain behind the DJ booth, the stronger my commitment becomes to understanding the dancers and the unique energy of each event. When I am DJing, I try to listen carefully—not only to the music, but also to the ronda itself. By observing the mood, energy, and needs of the dancers, I aim to create a musical journey that feels natural, engaging, and memorable for everyone on the floor. For me, every milonga is a dialogue between music and dancers, and every tanda is an opportunity to create a shared moment of connection.

Maestros

Ariel Yanovsky
ARGENTINA
TEACHER - MAESTRO

Ariel Alejandro Yanovsky is a recognized and accomplished Argentinian tango dancer and teacher.

Ariel was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and at age 13, moved to Bogota, Colombia, with his family.

He used to be into heavy metal and didn’t like to dance at all, but while living abroad, he suddenly felt closer to his roots and slowly got involved with Tango.

In 1997 he returned to Argentina and began his tango career.

Ariel studied with internationally renowned teachers such as:

Natalia Games, Gabriel Angió, Carlitos Perez, José “Lampazo” Vázquez, Nancy Louzan, Damián Essel, Horacio Godoy and a few others.

He performs and teaches in dance studios, milongas and festivals around the world – Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Oceania, South America and the United States. He carries the Tango flag wherever he goes.


He has performed in special events and unique places, such as the DMZ zone, where he participated in a show for peace between South and North Korea.

Together with Gisela Vidal, were the first Argentinian couple to teach in places like the Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland).


He also participated in visual proposals on TV and cinema.


He danced for well known orchestras like “Tanghetto” and “Sexteto Milonguero” and took part in the video-clip of “The Gotan Project” and “Bajo Fondo”.

He also danced for the well- known Golden Age Tango singer Alberto Podesta.


He complemented his training with classes of contemporary dance, theater, salsa, bachata, forró, kizomba and samba de gafieira.

He speaks Spanish, Italian, English and Portuguese fluently.

Giorgos Nikou & Katerina Chatzipanteli
GREECE
TEACHERs - MAESTROs

Giorgos Nikou and Katerina Chatzipaneli are Greek Argentine tango teachers known for their refined and deeply musical approach.

Since meeting in 2011, they have been partners in life and in dance, developing a strong artistic identity reflected in every performance and class.

Their presence at festivals and workshops in Greece and internationally is marked by clarity, substance and aesthetic consistency.

Their dance balances structure and freedom, precision and flow.
Their teaching emphasizes natural movement, deep connection within the couple and the cultivation of personal style.

Beyond figures, they guide students toward a meaningful understanding of tango mechanics and expression.

For Giorgos and Katerina, tango is not just a dance; it is a living art form that evolves through connection, musicality, and personal expression, carrying their own artistic vision to tango communities across Europe and beyond.

Videographer & Photographers

Alexis Kadoglou
GREECE
Photographer - Videographer

We are honored to have Alexis Kadoglou, a talented videographer and photographer specializing in tango events, as part of our journey. With incredible professionalism and creativity, he captures not only the movement but also the emotions, atmosphere, and essence of each moment.

In his own words, Alexis says:

“I started dancing tango in Alexandroupoli in 2023. As a professional videographer, I found a way to bring together two things I truly love: tango and visual storytelling.

Through my lens, I have captured various tango marathons and festivals, always looking for ways to bring movement into the image by playing with light and shadow. My aim is to highlight the passion of the dance, the connection between the dancers, and the unique atmosphere of the space around them.”

Agnieszka Tekiela
Poland
Photographer

We are delighted to introduce our photographer, Agnieska, whose work is guided by sensitivity, observation, and a genuine respect for the people in front of her lens. Rather than simply documenting what happens, she seeks to preserve the emotion, connection, and atmosphere that make each moment unique.

In her own words, Agnieska says:

I feel incredibly honored to photograph people who are following their passions. I believe that every moment I capture is a reflection of the trust and intimacy they choose to share with me. That’s why every time I pick up my camera, I strive to find a story that truly reflects the essence and atmosphere of the moment.

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki Hotel

During NOSTOS TANGO MARATHON, our home will be the beautiful Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki, a 5-star hotel that combines elegance, comfort, and warm Greek hospitality.

✨ The marathon venue offers 600 sq.m. of space with fantastic acoustics and lighting, including a 150 sq.m. wooden dance floor designed for endless tandas. Of course, the venue is fully air-conditioned, ensuring comfort throughout the event. Between dances, you’ll enjoy delightful coffee breaks that keep the energy flowing.

🏨 As for accommodation, most rooms offer breathtaking sea views, while the rich breakfast and dinners promise to be unforgettable culinary experiences.

💆‍♀️ The hotel also features exceptional spa and wellness facilities: thermal pools, massage services, and many other options to help you recharge and relax.

🌊 Located right by the seaside, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki provides the perfect setting to combine tango, relaxation, and the beauty of Northern Greece

Visit Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki Hotel​ website

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For further information about the facilities of the hotel, visit Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Thraki Hotel​ website

Dont forget to inform them you are participant of NOSTOS TANGO MARATHON because you have special prices.