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Skiathos Beaches
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Skiathos,
in the Sporades islands, is a highly developed destination much
favoured by British sun seekers. The main town [also known as
Skiathos] is busy and in parts tacky, but still retains a labyrinthine
charm, especially after dark when little restaurants pop out
onto little streets. Facilities are excellent, with plenty of
accommodation and restaurants ranging from cheap to stylish,
not-so-cheap.
The
island boasts of 65 beaches - though some of them are smaller
than my sofa - and the east and south coasts are packed with
beach freaks, with the two best beaches in that overbuilt [but
not unattractive] stretch hanging at the road's end, Koukounaries
and Banana.
With
personal transport - scooters OK - beaches on the west side
become accessible and offer long stretches of fine sand with
far fewer neighbours, or facilities, though there's always a
taverna when you need one. Elia and Mandraki are the best choices
in that section.
Massively
over-touted is Lalaria beach on the island's north shore, accessible
only by boat. This smooth pebble beach has super-clear turquoise
water, but no taverna, no sand, little shade and frequent landings
by shiploads of package people.
Allergy
sufferers beware pine trees getting up your nose!