David & Sarah
4th May- Nice to see that Monica & Mick are going again this year, see you in the fedra, this will be our first year going independantly, we are staying at the Enavlion fot three weeks, can't wait, although i don't quite agree that Golden Beach hasn't changed in 20 years

Monica and Mick Northolt
30 April -This June will be our 8th time to holiday at Golden Beach,and we look forward to it now as much as ever.In fact we know the place so well, each time we go,we love it more.
For us, our holiday begins the moment we leave Kavala Airport,as the smooth transfer by coach,and then ferry to our resort is delightful.
The first thing we do on arrival is to have an ice cold beer at Fedra,where we usually stay,and say "Hi"to Niko and his family and all the staff.
We have been to many other places on holiday,but always come back to Thassos where we're glad to say not much has changed in almost 20 years.
Roll on June.....

From Tony & Diane Goulding England
11th April 2007 - We recommend the Steki Taverna and accommodation to everyone who loves great Greek food and friendly, quality service. Katerina and Jorgos make you feel at home and look after you very well. We have stayed with them twice and will do again on our next visit to the island. The last time was a couple of years ago and we still keep in touch with them.

From Carole UK

29 Jan 2007 - Thomas Cook are cancelling all Thassos holidays! apparently a letter is on its way to me, that was 5 days ago! i had to tell the shop staff! so anyone who has booked their 2007 thassos holiday, should contact Thomas Cook Asap! Excel has stopped flying to kavala.

Form Jube Oxford UK

16th Jan 2007 - For Julie Flaherty, loved the story of your trip and details of the rental accomodation. At last Thassos is rsponding to this demand for holiday villas, houses and apartments. We've booked for August/September, with BA flights, half the cost of a package. First web site with rentals is now live, check it out. www.thassos-holiday-rentals.com! Good luck.

From des barker, west yorkshire, england

25 Nov 2006 - "Highly recommend everything about thassos,took our daughter on her first overseas hoiday 2005,loved every minute of it,everyone so friendly,best restaurant,the one under the huge old tree just next to the square,cant recall its name just wonderful food superb atmosphere,oh to live in thassos."

From Rachel Adams, West Midlands, England

07 Nov 2006 - "We were totally thrilled with our visit to the island of Thassos in October of this year. what a place. We stayed at the Galaxy hotel in Thassos town and the owners Yanni and Poppy were very friendly and made us feel at home. Our Thomson rep Lizzy was very helpful and friendly too. We hired a car and drove around the island which i highly recommend. Our favorite beaches were Paradise and Tripiti. Our favorate place to relax in the day was Karnagio a cafe right at the end of the town, passed the old harbour. Our favorate bar was Central bar in town and by far our favorite place to eat was Thassian restaurant in the centre of town. the owners katrin and Rigis were so friendly and the food was delicious every time. We also liked Zodiac and Syrtakis but did not think much of Twins or Doukas.
All in all an amazing place to go. we will be back!!!!!"

From Mick Benson, Kent, England

05 Nov 2006 - "Now the winter is upon us it is to reflect on the good days of summer, sunning yourself on the beaches of THASSOS. What better way to while away the evenings with a good meal and a few drinks in a good friendly bar, Wanda & Paul at the RUMOURS Caf'e Bar was a good way to unwind after a very lazy day, lazing on the beach, lovely coktails, friendly holiday makers and most of all EXELLENT Host's, Wanda & Paul really gets you into a fun evening with one of their funny Quiz nights, these are well worth taking part in (thanks both) a great bar to relax in 10 out of 10.
Kanagio beach was also well worth a mention, as their has been a luxury hand built boat taking shape over the last couple of years (very interesting) the Kanagio bar is also worth a visit day or night, free sun beds and brollies during the day.
There has been some changes to the town, mainly at the new port, but at present nothing has seemed to have spoilt the area. (lets hope it stays that way).
All in all Thassos is still the place for a great relaxed holiday. Cant wait for next summer and our 8th visit, to revisit all our friends on the Island, (especially Wanda & Paul).
Thankyou Thassos for welcoming us to your Island . . . "

From Helen and Ian, South Yorkshire, England

05 Oct 2006 - "Have lost count of the number of times we have stayed on Thassos. Always Skala Potamia or Golden Beach (once at Skala Rahoni). Pretty much covered all of the island including the summit of Ypsario - favourite places, Aliki and Paradisos (after Skala Potamia and Golden Beach of course). Beautifull Island - we will be back!
Our favourite eating places: Akrogiali - superb food, hospitality second to non, we love the hard working Manoli and his son Kostas whom we have seen grow with the business. We remember Manoli from his days at the Korali, brilliant that he now has is own well established business which appears to be thriving. Also Magic Coast - Maria I think will be married now. A lovely family and always a pleasure to return and although they must see hundreds of tourists always a warm welcome on our return.
Our favourite "watering hole". Ramezos, the old harbour - Thassos town. Best beers on the island and what a place to sit and watch the World go by. Until next time - Yammas!"

From David, Suffolk, UK

27 Oct 2006 - "Now the winter has arrived I start the countdown to the next visit, this will probably be the 11th or 12th time but this will be the first time we have travelled independantly, The flights are booked to Thessaloniki with BA and the accommodation has been booked with Niko, his new hotel on gloden beach, the Enavlion is fantastic, we will probably book the car for the transfer with Potos, I assume that other people from this forum would have done this before and I assume that they just meet you at the airport, any advise on our travel arrangements would be greatly appreciated. I cannot wait for the adventure to start and a lovely three weeks in Golden Beach."

From Jack and Jennifer Craig, Cumbria, England

05 Oct 2006 - "We visited Thasos in September 2006 and stayed at the hotel Illio Mare in Skala Prinou. It was THE BEST! The people, are so warm and friendly we can't praise them enough.(especially Mimoza and her brother Theo, also the wonderful lady who looked after our room).
This was our first visit to Thasos and, indeed, any Greek Island so we only booked a week but we will know better next time. We hired a car and toured this beautiful Island, it really is a little piece of heaven. The scenery, the sunsets, the sea, the mountains, the beaches - it has it all."

From Janet Samuels, LONDON, ENGLAND

02 Oct 2006 - "We have just returned from 7 days in Thassos. Thursday being our last day was spent in Alyki south of the Island with the prettiest beach. It was pouring with rain most of the day but this did not dent our enjoyment of the whole experience sheltering from heavy rain in a beach restaurant called 'Restaurant Alice' where we had a tasty meal then as the rain subsided visiting the ancient ruins and walking along the mountain side overlooking exquisite views of the sea and of a marble church ruin - magical!"

From sandra jefferson, lancashire, england

27 Sept 2006 - "one of our best holiday destinations is POTOS.
we love the relaxed pace there.
our favourite restaurant is ZOOOM on the main road.
excellent food and wine.
our favourite place through the day is CAFE BAR ANONYM.sat on the promenade drinking eating and reading our books-peaceful.
george and theo are the best.
gordon and sandra x
see you in 2007"

From Clint, England

25 Sept 2006 - "Stayed on Thassos for 2 weeks during September 06, can't say I thought much of Thassos Island itself, but the people and the food certainly made up for it, especially the Ta Pefka tavern (Hello Elvis), where we were made to feel at home every time we went, I highly recommend it, and the food is superb as well!
For a really romantic Tavern/restaurant nothing beats Vigli at the top of Golden Beach, with its stunning view."

From Pauline Hanney, Gloucestershire, England

19 Sept 2006 - "For any one that is interested-we've just got back from Thassos having stayed in the Anastasia apartments. When we booked I couldnt find anything on these particular apartments so only had verbal recommendation. The apts were at Golden Beach and were simple and clean clean, typically Greek and we would recommend them to any one who is thinking of booking. Also we ended up eating most of the time in Finikas at night - very reasonable and good service. Stephanos next door did a good toastie at lunch time and the homemade walnut pie and icecream was to die for."

From jane, shropshire, england

19 Sept 2006 - "hi pauline sorry we could not make it back I could not get time from work we will see you in may or june 07 we are so disapointed I dream of the big beans I have tried to make them but have to say magic coast make the best good luck and best wishes for your wedding my kind regards to you and every in thassos"

From Gina and Pete, Berkshire, England

18 Sept 2006 - "If like us, you fancy a good english breakfast while on holiday,try CHEERS, which you will find soon after the taxi rank on the town side of the road, heading towards the old harbour.Peter and his wife (sorry can't remember your name) will always make you feel welcome. Their breakfasts are superbly cooked, (not swimming in grease) priced very cheaply, the breakfasts are really filling, and come piping hot! I believe you can have your cooked "breakfast" in the evening too, but I'm not certain. Their range of beverages are extensive and also NOT expensive."

From Mike & Jane (Slawit ), West Yorkshire, UK

13 Sept 2006 - "We have enjoyed five consecutive holidays in Thassos since 2001, all the previous trips have been in June. This year we are going back for a 2nd holiday next week.
I wonder does anyone know if Yannis at Tasos's in Skala Potamia has opened up?? When we visited in June his premises were still closed up. I hope so as he is the most generous and hospitable of hosts.
Must also mention Anne and Ian at the Aegean Bar and Dave and Nita at the Ena bar in Golden Beach, both of who are extremely welcoming.
Looking forward to being there :)"

From Gerry, South Yorks, UK

12 Sept 2006 - "There is a new bar this summer in Limenas called "Bacarrat! It is next door to Moyses taverna and is really nice. It is run by George & Themis who are sons of the owner of Toxotis Taverna. Enjoyed a pre siesta frappe there, a pre dinner ouzo at sunset & many evenings with a glass of wine or a cocktail. Toxotis is also still my favourite taverna."

From Ken Morris, Essex, UK

10 Sept 2006 - "Just back today after excellent week in the Korina at Scala Potamia. Very Good Hotel.
Big news is that he wreck has gone from Golden Beach. The remaining half was there tuesday afternoon but by wednesday lunchtime had been taken over to the cliffs most of the way toward the northern headland and therefore could hardly be seen.
Great place"

From Brianne Press & Brian Jordan, Wilmington, Delaware, USA

08 Sept 2006 - "One of the most enjoyable times of our trip was our last night in Skala Potamias when we decided the have a pint at CJ's. No one besides the owners were in the restaurant We enjoyed wonderful converation and good beer with the owners. We also enjoyed breakfast there the morning before. Wonderful owners and great food!"

From Josie Jones, West Midlands, England

06 Sept 2006 - "Just got back from 2 weeks in Thassos stayed at the Hotel kamelia Scala Potatmia very nice place. This was our 3rd visit. Favourite place to vist Aliki. Favourite place to eat the Akogryalis run by Manolas his father and his son. The Mussels Saganaki is to die for. Fedra in Golden beach is also very good try the Crepes with Aubergine. Worst meal Green Sea, my meal was cold another meal was overcooked (kleftico)but having said that had been in on a previous lunch time and had very good food so perhaps the Chef was off sick the night we visited. The tanker was still in the bay when we left 3rd September. Could someone let us know when it was eventualy towed away please?"

From Dave & Gill, Norfolk, England

04 Sept 2006 - "Posidanas Restaurant run by Vasilli on the outskirts of Thassos Town heading toward Nisteri beach is fantastic . . . . the best food we tasted on Thassos!"

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