Troulos Beach on Skiathos: The Family Bay Mid-Coast

New harbour of Skiathos

Troulos beach fills a sheltered, sandy bay midway along the south coast of Skiathos, about 9 km west of Skiathos Town on the island’s single coastal road. Soft sand shelves gently into calm, clear water, sunbeds and tavernas back the shore, and the small pine-topped Troulos islet stands at the mouth of the bay. This … Read more

Skiathos with Kids: A Family Guide to the Island

Old port of Skiathos aerial

Skiathos ranks among the easiest Greek islands for a family holiday. The island measures about 48 square kilometres, airport transfers to most hotels take under 30 minutes. The sheltered south coast lines up shallow, sandy beaches with sunbeds, tavernas and toilets. One bus line with numbered stops connects everything, so parents manage the whole trip … Read more