Skiathos Holidays At Late Deals

Skiathos holidays are all about pure relaxation, enjoying the spectacular picture postcard views and amazing beaches along its coastline, despite it being the largest of its cluster of islands. This charming island is the busiest of the four Sporades Islands in the Aegean Sea and boasts some of the best beaches throughout Greece. Skiathos itself is an island full of greenery mainly covered by pine forests, even the backdrop of the stunning golden sandy beaches is awash with the greenery making it one of the prettiest islands in Greece and a perfect photo opportunity. The island is said to have over 60 beaches along its coastline many of which are secluded coves perfect for exploring. The seas are crystal clear, warm and calm making Skiathos particularly appealing for families looking for a relaxing break away from it all.

The capital of this stunning island is Skiathos Town, a popular break for rich Athenians, which has numerous chic designer shops, yachts moored along the harbour front and a buzzing atmosphere. Skiathos town looks more Italian than Greek and has a very cosmopolitan feel to it with many pavement cafés and tavernas overlooking the harbour. This town has a mixture of nightlife to pass away your evenings from bars and nightclubs to traditional Greek dancing and is the busiest place on the island. As well as the trendy modern side of the capital there’s an old historic side with an interesting historic centre and narrow cobbled side streets dotted with traditional cottages, a lovely romantic place to take a stroll and look back in time at this perfect island.

Koukounaries also provides a popular base for Skiathos holidays, where you will find a spectacular beach resort perfect for soaking up those rays and developing a tan as golden as the soft sands. The resort has a selection of water sports, restaurants, beach bars and tavernas to while away your days and look in wonder at the amazing pine clad surroundings. Troulos Bay is the perfect destination if tranquillity is your cup of tea, the little village is as local as it is touristic and the hub of the local farming community. Daytimes are spent lazing alongside the perfect shores and evenings are renowned for leisurely strolls or chatting with locals in the small tavernas and apartment terraces.

Wherever you stay on your holidays to Skiathos, visiting the various glorious beaches is a must. There are local water taxi boats taking you from beach to beach including some of the more remote ones that are not accessible by land. Many of the beaches have a fantastic selection of water sports to help you cool off in the heat and there is also a diving centre on the island for the more adventurous. An excursion to the ruined city if Kastro in the north of the island is a welcome change and there is also the opportunity to visit neighbouring islands or take a trip to the countries vibrant capital Athens.

The cuisine in Skiathos remains mainly Greek orientated and there’s a huge selection of freshly caught seafood dishes on most menus. Traditional lamb kleftiko and mousaka’s are also firm favourites throughout this island but there will be a restaurant to suit you if you just fancy burger and chips. Whatever main course you decide upon be sure to start with one of the many meze choices available, a great selection of starters, salads and dips perfect for sharing. Book holidays in Skiathos online here at Late Deals.