SKIATHOS, SKOPELOS, ALONNISOS - Island Hopping in the Emerald Aegean The Northern Sporades – Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos – form an island complex in the northwestern Aegean that stands out for its natural beauty, authentic identity and the variety of experiences it offers. A destination that combines marine recreation with cultural heritage and relaxation with exploration. Skiathos – Beaches, trails and the words of Papadiamantis Image Skiathos is the gateway to the Sporades, as it has one of the most impressive regional airports in Europe. At the same time, it has a network of marked trails that cross the interior of the island and lead to beaches or historical sites, offering a different experience on each route.It is also the island of Alexandros Papadiamantis, the "saint of Greek letters", with the writer's house-museum being a point of reference for every visitor. On the northern coasts, the medieval Castle stands proudly on the rock, while beaches such as Koukounaries and Lalaria impress with their natural beauty. Skopelos – Nature, culture and spirituality Image Skopelos is the largest and greenest island of the Sporades, known for its pine forests that reach the sea, its natural coves and its clear beaches, such as Milia, Panormos and Kastani. The island gained international fame in 2008, when it hosted the filming of the movie Mamma Mia!, with the chapel of Agios Ioannis in Kastri being a characteristic point.Skopelos has a strong spiritual character. There are 123 churches and chapels in Chora, while throughout the island there are estimated to be over 360 temples. Around Chora, in the area of Palouki, stand 15 monasteries, some of which are open to visitors. Spirituality, nature and a gentle pace of life make up the identity of the island. Alonissos – Polynesian tranquility and protected marine environment Image Alonissos stands out for its simplicity, natural tranquility and its close relationship with the sea. Beyond the beaches and the traditional beauty of the Old Village, the island is surrounded by dozens of small, uninhabited islands reminiscent of Polynesia. This whole is the core of the National Marine Park, the first and largest protected marine area in Greece, a refuge for the Mediterranean seal Monachus monachus and rich in biodiversity. The country's first underwater museum also operates here, at the Peristera shipwreck. Island hopping and sailing with a backdrop of green and blue The Sporades are ideal for island hopping, thanks to the short distances between the islands and the frequent sea connections. Visitors have the opportunity to get to know different islands within the same trip, discovering each time a new aspect of the Aegean.The Sporades have always been a destination for lovers of "sun and sea". At the same time, The Sporades are ideal for island hopping, thanks to the short distances between the islands and the frequent sea connections. Visitors have the opportunity to get to know different islands within the same trip, discovering each time a new aspect of the Aegean.The Sporades have always been a destination for lovers of "sun and sea". At the same time, they offer excellent conditions for sailing, with protected bays, natural anchorages and gentle seas, with protected bays, natural anchorages and gentle seas
SKOPELOS Geographically located in the middle of the Northern Sporades, Skopelos is the "golden mean", an intermediate state and a connecting link between the cosmopolitan Skiathos and the "alternative" Alonissos. View More SKOPELOS - Island of Rebetiko Soul
SKIATHOS The wonderful beaches, the vibrant nightlife, and the excellent tourist infrastructure are the three basic elements that have brought Skiathos very high in the preferences of visitors. In recent years, the highlighting of the natural beauty in the "interior" of the island and the promotion of alternative activities have added an additional reason to visit it. View More SKIATHOS - Cosmopolitan Charm
ALONISSOS You'd never imagine that the final port of call for ferries in the Northern Sporades would be just the beginning of a wonderful and endless journey. View More ALONISSOS - The "Alternative"
