Mavrovouni, Laconia Mavrovouni, Laconia Mavrovouni is a village (population approximately 500) in the Mani Peninsula, Greece, south of Gytheio. Mavrovouni is a small village about 2 km south of the town of Gytheio, in Laconia, Greece. It is located on a steep hill of dark rock and is a place for summer vacations. The village's economy is based on olive oil production, fishing and tourism. It is located right above the Mavrovouni beach, a place ideal for swimming and known for its size, which is approximately 4 km in length. Campings and several rooms-to-let can be found by the beach within 50–100
RMS Laconia (1921) United States. "Laconia" towed the schooner for before handing the tow over to the American tug "Resolute". In 1934, her code letters were changed to GJCD. On 24 September 1934 "Laconia" was involved in a collision off the US coast, while travelling from Boston to New York in dense fog. It rammed into the port side of , a US freighter. Both ships suffered serious damage but were able to proceed under their own steam. "Laconia" returned to New York for repairs, and resumed cruising in 1935. On 4 September 1939, "Laconia" was requisitioned by the Admiralty and converted into