An Ideal Getaway Destination For People In Need Of Beauty And A More Relaxed Pace

Work demands, home demands, and other life demands often have people dreaming of a faraway place to escape to where none of the hassles they're accustomed to dealing with exist. Such a place is Skiathos in Greece; stretched-out beaches surrounded by exotic trees and rock formations draw people from all over the world in great need of a change of pace and scenery. And in Skiathos, visitors learn it's easy to find their own private setting in which to bask under the sun.



Composed of 65 beaches, Skiathos spans just 19 square miles of land and it takes just 20 minutes to drive from one end of the island to the other. In this tiny island, there's a bounty of accommodations that all reflect the unique and luxurious Grecian architecture. Certain accommodations can be a tad upscale as they were developed to be a prime destination for people who demand something out of the ordinary, but there are some that are very casual and ideal for those who wish to really dig deep into the local vibe.

Restaurants? A lot of them are delightfully local and delectably good, such as Maria's Pizza which has been consistently reviewed as one of the best restaurants on the island. Now, for island visitors who are searching for a place that serves fusion fare, Infinity Blue is also a great restaurant to visit, offering exceptional ocean views. Aside from the extensive menu and wine choices, diners get a grand view of the sunset and all the seafaring vehicles docked or drifting lazily through the waters.

As for shopping, there are definitely none of those incredibly busy strip or big malls in Skiathos - just nice little shops that sell the most unique wares like Galerie Varsakis whose owner, Harry Varsakis, designs beautiful jewellery. The shop likewise sells to collectors of antique ceramics and wooden objects. Another jewellery shop that's a pride of the island is Simos Jewellery which sells intricately designed gold and silver jewellery accented with colourful precious stones. And apart from these two, there are several tiny shops that offer locally made handicrafts and souvenirs that never fail to attract tourists.