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From Keith Jackson, Wales, U.K 30 Aug 2006 - "We were on Thassos, for the
first time [hopefully not the last ]between 13/8 and 27/8. From Harry & Amy, Berkshire, London & Shropshire, U.K 21 Aug 2006 - "Wow. Simply wow. From Ivie Tilling, Cheshire, England 19 Aug 2006 - "For friendly service and
excellent food, visit Syrtakis in Limenas (Thassos Town) It is
the last taverna on the road past the old harbour, and often has
live music and dancing with the owner Nikos joining in. Well worth
passing all the other tavernas en route to this delightful place
which is situated right on the edge of the beach. From Jacky & Jean, kent, UK
From julie flaherty, leicestershire, england 09 Aug 2006 - "hiya all, well back in one piece!! oh it was pure bliss the house was beautiful set on the outskirts of the village of poatmia, big sleeps 6 comfortably, detached and the views are to die for, terraces out side both upstairs bedrooms, fantastic would thoroughly recommend it . . . . . . .
From Kirsty, Wolverhampton, UK 03 Aug 2006 - "Sorry to see that there is no more Starfish bar with Katie and Poppy - KP call KB !!!" From Joanna Lutkin, Cambridgeshire, UK 02 Aug 2006 - "We had another lovely week in Thassos from the 30th June 2006. We stayed at Eric's appartments and were allocated an actual appartment rather than the usual studio. This consisted of a bedroom, bathroom and a seperate kitchen/diner and balcony. The quality of the room was outstanding compared to the places we have stayed in Greece before. So we were very impressed. Eric and his wife Christina make you feel extremely welcome and keep you entertained during your stay. Whilst we were there they didn't have any theme nights so it was a bit quiet in the evening round the bar. During the day the pool area is a great place to be and it didn't get too busy either. The resort of Skala Potamia was as lovely as always, we ate mostly at the Alexandros restaurant as the staff are lovely and the food is great. We also took the trip down to Golden Beach a few nights to eat at the Fedra where we liked the huge menu choice! Durning the day we either went down to Golden Beach to sunbathe, stayed round the pool or traveled round the island on a scooter, which is a fun way to get about! Another lovely holiday in Thassos, it was our third trip and we loved it as much as ever and look forward to returning again!" From Monica and Mick, Northolt, UK 19 Jul 2006 - "Have just returned from our
seventh holiday on Thassos. From Gail Fletcher, Surrey, UK 18 Jul 2006 - "My fiance & I just returned
from 2 weeks in Emerald Apts in Golden Beach. 30/06/06 - 14/07/06.It
was an excellent holiday and I cant recommend it enough to anyone
who wants to unwind and relax completely in beautiful scenic surroundings.
Costas the Emerald Apts owner goes above & beyond everything
you would expect, Finikas was our best food but closely followed
by Fedra who are some of the friendliest waiters! We had one bad
meal which was in Thassos Town - awful! However, this didnt ruin
our holiday by any means, it was excellent. From Roger and Carol Burns, Derby, England 14 Jul 2006 - "We visited Thassos again in May, staying until June 17th, the weather was mostly fabuluous, in May we had temperatures which you would expect to find in August, then in June, it settled down to a more normal temperature. We travelled independendly again, with British Airways to Thessaloniki and having a car from Potos cars to drive to the ferry. We have travelled independently seven times now, so if any further advice is needed, just ask - we did post a message with advice on independent travel on Jan 11th. About Tassos taverna, we were in Thassos until October 3rd last year, and Yanni and Elga did not say that they would not be opening again. We believe that they used to have a small bar in Kalirachi, which they ran in the winter, they live in Kalirachi, we did intend to try and find them, but ran out of time ! we must try again in September.A man who was a waiter there last year was working at Captain's Bar, so he will possibly know where exactly they are. We wish all of you going out there soon, a fabulous holiday." From David & Sarah Damerell, Suffolk, UK 11 Jul 2006 - "We have just returned from
another wonderful holiday on Thassos, we stayed at the Pension
Fedra in Golden Beach as we have before, as always it was fantastic,
the hotel has wonderful views of the Mountains or over the bay
and the Taverna downstairs has a great menu and great food. From julie flaherty, leicestershire, england 11 Jul 2006 - "well cant believe its nearly
here! thanks for your good wishes peter although i realise your
soaking up the sun already and its a pity we missed timed this!
as it would have been lovely to meet up. From Claire, Mal, Betty & David, North Wales 11 Jul 2006 - "Just returned from our second
visit to Thassos and Thassos Town. Only went for a week this year
and it wasnt long enough. It felt very strange, like we'd never
been away when we walked off the ferry onto the quay side. Our
first visit was June last year but it felt like yesterday. A couple
of changes have been made to the shore just passed Moyseys, a few
developments that we hope do not grow and end up spoiling this
wonderful island. Our walk into town from Nikolleta, which is on
the main road going out of the town, is lovely along the shoreline
and passing a few apartments and tavernas. Its very natural, walking
on rough ground next to the sea but we are scared they are thinking
of paving the walkway, to go with the new developments which will
spoil that rustic, basic environment. From Steve Blakeman, Birmingham, UK 10 Jul 2006 - "Just arrived back Sunday
10th July, our third visit to Potos stopping in the Kamari Beach
Hotel for the second time, a very good hotel at the far end of
Potos. From Marie, Kent, England
From emma calvert, northamptonshire, united kingdom 18 Jun 2006 - "Last year (August 2006) was our third holiday to Thassos. We have always stayed in the beatiful resort of Golden Beach. The first year at The Emerald, which I have to say were basic but the views were absolutely fantastic and very friendly owners and the second year we stayed at The Marina which we loved . . . . . . .
From jane, shropshire, england
From Alan & Jamie, London, England 01 Jun 2006 - "We have just spent the first week of the season in the area of GOLDEN BEACH on the island of Thassos. We came to Thassos a few years ago and stayed in Thassos Town. We loved the island so much that we returned this year. We booked with Thomson and we got a great late deal for a weeks stay at BLUE BAY HOTEL. The hotel is approx 800 meters from the beach. A problem if you are less mobile. But the walk was pleasant and the hotel was lovely. Anna and Nicky (the owners) were very friendly, the rooms were cleaned every day! As this is a Bed and Breakfast hotel there are no catering facilities in the room at all. No fridge or kettle. Just two tooth mugs provided! So if you like a cuppa - bring your own travel jug!! There is a TV showing various greek tv channels. But the hotel was lovely and all the rooms have a breath taking view of the bay. Looking at the surrounding hotels, we were so pleased we had chosen the BLUE BAY hotel. A breakfast was served daily and it was a varied and generous greek breakfast. Toast, coffee,tea, orange juice, cheese, ham, jams and in addition a varied breakfast added each day. Bacon & eggs, yogurt and honey, cereal, boiled eggs. This was a great part of our day as breakfast is served in their hotel garden overlooking the bay! As we were the first guests of the season many of the tavernas were closed but the few that were open were lovely. We must mention Sotaris Tavenera on the beach front. This was a family run taverna and was exceptional. Playa D'Oro was another excellent place to eat. This taverna had a lovely German waitress with excellent greek who was lovely to chat to. She was helpful and charming and all the food was excellent.Great Pizzas! Everyone seemed to be raving on about Fedras. We went once but it really didn't do it for us. The staff seemed to be making a fuss over the guests who were always eating there. If you were a new customer you really didn't get first class service. We also had a drink in ENA bar on the beach front. It is run by a lovely couple who really bent over backwards to make you feel welcome. It seems that anywhere you eat in Thassos a free dessert is provided after every evening meal. The restaurants we mentioned even give you a free ouzo or metaxa occasionally which we thought was lovely. But over all the holiday was fantastic. Our rep JODIE was very professional and lovely and ever so helpful. Don't be afraid of using the buses! They were on time and it was a great way of getting around the island. And very cheap. We were glad we went early in the season as it was lovely and quiet. And the weather was great too. Just a couple of cloudy days but it was hot enough! Would go back to GOLDEN BEACH again and especially BLUE BAY HOTEL!!!" From Mick Benson, Kent, England 25 May 2006 - "Hi all From Roxana, Romania 16 May 2006 - "MAKRYAMMOS... i love Thassos and Makryammos beach... i spent my last summer there, me and my friend stayed in Limenas, but we were going to the beach at Makryammos... we had great fun there; it's a wonderful view. My friend has been visiting the island every summer for 7 years; for me was only the second time but i am planning to see it again. People are great there and the night life is the best!!" From Stuart Miller, Kent, UK 20 Apr 2006 - "With reference to Terry Watkins' request for books on walking on Thassos - have a look at my mail dated 26 May 2003 on the vistors' comments section. Hopefully this will be of help."
From Terry Watkins, est Midlands, England 11 Apr 2006 - "We are visiting Thassos for the first time at the end of May this year & would be interested to know if there are any books which describe walks on the island: we are staying at Golden Beach." From janet and alan, england 09 Apr 2006 - "We have spent 6 years going back to Thassos for our holidays, it is a beautiful island and the people are lovely. I have noticed that 'The Nest' restaurant in Skala Prinou as been mentioned a few times, well may I say that it is a great place to eat out at the owners are wonderful. May we send our good wishes to Takis, Lisa and Nick at The Nest hope to see you soon." From lois barrett, west midlands 02 Apr 2006 - "myself and husband together
with two friends visited thassos for the first time in june 2005.
we stayed at the villa edem apartments in thassos town which was
only a 10min walk to the town but far enough away to be peaceful.
we have only praise for yiannas, litsa and her boys and the apartments
and pool & bar were excellent. From Linda Draganis, Greece
From Peter Kerrone, Lancs, England 14 Jan 2006 - "Every credit to you Jube, if your mother makes it to Thassos by 6p.m. on the same day, and I'll stand corrected if it all works out. Admittedly, you'd have about an hour and a half start on me, cos' it takes us that long to get to Manchester airport and to park up. It would still mean a very early start for us, bearing in mind that we have to check in 2 hours prior to take off. It's about a 3 hour+ flight, and last year we took off at 7.30 a.m. and travelling independently, we beat evryone to the ferry, and the taxi got us to Scala Potomias by about 2.30 p.m. I suppose it's possible, but does your £224.00 include the transfer from Manchester to Gatwick? If so, that's a great deal, and I assume that the flight times link up O.K.? Best of Luck, and keep us posted as to how it all panned out." From Jube, Oxford, UK 12 Jan 2006 - "To Peter Kerone, who was asking
about access to Thassos from the North West of England. My Mum lives
in Stockport and I have just booked a scheduled flight for her for
ten days in August to and from Manchester, Gatwick, Thessalonika,
all excellent times, for 224 pounds. From Peter Kerrone, Lancs, England
From Josie Jones, West Midlands, England
From Hilary, Hampshire, England 23 Jan 2006 - "Couldn't take a holiday this
year as we were in the throes of moving but even though it's been
18 months since our 2nd vist I still lull myself to sleep on restless
nights with the visual postcards I have. And we've stayed both times
in unfashionable Scala Rachoni. From Pete & Diane, essex, england 17 Jan 2006 - "We have stayed in Skala Potamia
three times so far and have booked to go again this year(2006).
A beautiful island with wonderfull people. We spend most lunch times
and evenings at Thomai's bar where Vasilis and Yota make us feel
very welcome and we have become good friends with them. We look
forward to seeing them soon. From Peter Kerrone, Lancashire, England 16 Jan 2006 - "All these messages about cheap
flights to Thessalonika are making me envious! It's all right for
those who are a couple of hours from Gatwick, but spare a thought
for us 'oop North'! There are no direct flights from any of the
North West airports to Thessalonika. Getting to Gatwick (or Heathrow),
with the traffic nowadays, is almost a day's drive! So, with a 7.30
a.m. flight, it entails an overnight hotel stay prior to flying,
and also adds another day off work to the equation, (possibly two
days if you're knackered from the drive back at the other side)!
So you can see why I've been campaigning for more cheap flights.
From Jenny & Gary Cooper, Staffordshire, England
From Roger and Carol Burns, Derby, England 13 Jan 2006 - "We just thought we would offer a little encouragement to those who are contemplating traveling independently to Thassos. Like many contributors to the site, we have visited Thassos many times, and have got there by many various ways. Last May, we paid £600.00 to Thomsons for flight only to Kavala, actually, at this time, we met Julie Flaherty and her family, and understood how difficult it was for them to return to Thassos. We decided to try the British Airways flight to Thessaloniki, as we consider Thomsons too expensive , and were impressed. The extra leg room, extra baggage allowance, in-flight refreshments included in the price, much more pleasant than the charter flights and the budget airlines. Until such time as there is a direct scheduled flight to Kavala, we will always travel this way. The flight gets you there in plenty of time to get to the ferry the same evening, the road from the airport leads to the ring road and from there to Kavala. Without rushing,we arrived in Keramoti in less than three hours, the road is good and the scenery superb (it is worth taking a little extra time on the return journey, to be able to stop at a couple of places, as the road mostly follows the coast, the views are great). Once at Keramoti and on the ferry, Thassos is in sight, and you know you are almost home! Anyway we are returning in May going this way and look forward to seeing again, our many friends in Thassos. We had pre-arranged our hire car, it was waiting for us, so it all went smoothly." From Alan Rowe, devon, England
From katie and poppy, starfish bar, golden beach
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