Skiathos Holidays

Skiathos the Island of Contrasts

Skiathos is guaranteed to help you feel rested and rejuvenated, whether you are taking family holidays or last minute breaks as a couple.  When you arrive you can soak up the stunning landscapes and feel a sense of relaxation and tranquillity wash over you.  Here you’ll find chic boutiques for shopping and pine adorned hills to gaze at.  No matter where you look you will be simply enchanted by this beautiful island.

It is not the largest of the Greek islands but there are still plenty of activities for the family.  The beaches in themselves are breathtaking.  It is said that the Skiathos beaches are some of the most beautiful in Greece and you’ll have plenty to choose from as the island boasts of 60 beaches in all.  They are not your usual beach affairs; these beaches have wow factor surrounded by dreamy landscapes of cool pine trees and green hills. 

Family holidays in Skiathos

Family breaks here are perfect and you’ll experience a mixture of sleepy, traditional villages and cosmopolitan living.  Skiathos Town can be chic with yachts moored in the harbour, designer shops to explore and trendy bars and restaurants to eat and drink the night away in.  In complete contrast to this you’ll find sleepy villages nearby that appear to be untouched by modern day.  Here you will receive the warm and friendly Skiathos welcome and be able to sample the quiet laid back atmosphere.

If you stay along one of the beach resorts the nightlife is fairly low key.  You will be able to enjoy a beautiful meal and a drink in a local bar.  Skiathos Town however has nightlife a plenty from buzzing music bars to pulsating clubs.  You can enjoy your first drink along the harbour or recline in a trendy cocktail bar.

Cuisine in Skiathos

Greece is of course famous for its cuisine and Skiathos is no different.  Whether you are on all inclusive holidays or self catering holidays, you can enjoy long, lingering lunches, relaxed and unrushed dinners with meze plates to start you off and bottle of retsina to wash your meal down.  In the traditional tavernas you can sample local dishes that have been passed down from generation to generation.  

Book holidays to Skiathos

With this lovely mixture of sleepy tradition and vibrant towns, gorgeous beaches and warm summer sun you simply won’t be able to resist returning to this beautiful island.  For details on last minute holidays or family holidays in Skiathos, talk to our advisors at Future Travel to get great value for money holiday deals.