From Tracie & Phil Fieldhouse, West Midlands, UK

7 July 2003 - "2 weeks to go and can't wait! This will be our 5th time to Thassos & WE LOVE it. Like so many we return to the same apartments in Trypiti because of the friendliness of the people, which you encounter all over the island. There aren't many places where you can say you feel completely safe and can't leave hire car keys on top of an outside fridge for someone to collect the next day, we have to alarm etc. If our numbers came up we would buy property there. This year we have already pre-booked our hire car from Speedy cars off the internet, with the price of 38 euros a day for a Suzuki Jimny which for the main weeks is very competitive, so look forward to spending more time inland this holiday - anyone know of where the inland pool is? We will also try more of the restaurants that have been mentioned on this website in Limenas and Scala Potamia. We love the beaches Alyki, Paradise, Trypiti and Pachis also. The only problem I have is that I have a phobia of wasps!! not ideal I know but that is how much I enjoy Thassos!.......So roll on the 23rd Sunset Apts, Limenaria!!"

From Eleni Kyriakou, Thessaloniki, Greece

7 July 2003 - "I'm glad to read all these nice comments about our Island, Thassos. It's true that greek national tourism organization doen't promote it very much. It preferes to promote & advertise others islands.

I hope you and more and more come and visit our beautiful island!"

From mihai iovanescu, romania

5 July 2003 - "i was in Thassos (Kinira) it was nice, i stay at vilas Ianis cross the street with vila Roula.I was at Aliki beach, was nice, i pass from Potos, Limenaria. I hope i came in Thassos next year."

From Peter Svensson, Stockholm, Sweden

3 July 2003 - "Hi Thassos lovers. I just wanted to tell you all about a Taverna in Thassos town called Syrtaki, i had a couple of dinners there, wonderful atmosphere, lovely food and great staff. Enjoy"

From Kim and Andy, Herefordshire, UK

3 July 2003 - "We have just returned from a fabulous week in Thassos. We stayed at the Makryammos Bungalows and found them to be excellent.

The island is just amazing with the fantastic beaches, clear sea and backdrop of mountains. I would definately recommend the Makryammos Bungalows, the accomodation was very clean, the food great, buffet breakfast of crepes, cooked breakfast, cheeses, ham, bread, cereal, fresh melons, yoghurt etc! Great if you have kids. The evening meals were also good with again a buffet. We went B&B and also tried Tavernas in Thassos Town and Panagia, we didn't have one bad meal. The beach at Makryammos is lovely and clean the sea is very shallow here and on alot of the beaches, at Makryammos you can hire umbrellas and sunbeds (7 euros a day) the pool is also quite large and clean. You also get one hours free pedaloe hire a day and the taxi boat goes in the morning to Thassos Town or Golden Beach, it is best to get a taxi back to the resort as the buses don't seem to run very often to Makryammos (Taxi 4 Euros from Thassos town to the resort). But if you go to Thassos you must hire a car and get out to the other beaches, our favs were Paradise, Golden Beach, Trypti and Aliki, you ca! n also find some really quite little coves if you have a car (however 4 wheel drive would be best to do this as you have to negotiate some very bumpy tracks down to these beaches) All in all a great time, the kids loved the sea and beaches, the greeks very friendly and we will return in the future.

Next time we will hire a 4x4 and explore into the mountains."

From Matthew Jones, Mid Glamorgan South Wales, UK

3 July 2003 - "My fiance & myself spend 2 glorious weeks at the Emerald Apartments (JMC) Golden Beach, The apartments are very basic but clean, but there's a very steep hill, to get there. Golden beach is great, nice beach. The Bus service is good, and proves to be a very cheap way to get to Thassos Town (2.20 euros), good selection of shops and resturaunts can be found in Thassos Town. Back to Golden Beach, 2 shops (selling anything from suntan lotion to food/(fresh)fruit, a few placing to eat - the best is Vigilis, good food (good value), and the view is outstanding. Thassos is a great place, but don't expect to go clubbing Were going Thassos again this year, I cannot wait."

From J Bruce, West Midlands, UK

30 June 2003 - "We stayed for two weeks at the Calypso Hotel at Skala Prinou 2 years ago. It was a late deal and to say we were apprehensive was an understatement! Only reports we could find of the place were negative - HOW WRONG! It was wonderful! It's the only Greek island (and we've done a few) that you could walk from the hotel and be on the near empty beach in 2 minutes flat! When our 8 year old contracted and ear infection they couldn't help and care enough. A lovely place!"

From Vanessa & Phil Clarke, Cumbria, UK

29 June 2003 - "We returned on 18th June after a wonderful 2 week holiday in Thassos Town.We stayed at the Villa Lina (Thomas Cook) and although the room was small, basic and kitchen poorly equipped, the lovely well-kept gardens, pool and bar area made up for this. We hired a Suzuki Jimny for 10 days for 250 Euro . . . . .

The whole of Vanessa and Phil's message can be found if you follow this link - a new browser page will open, leaving this one for your return.

From Dave Handley, Redditch Worcs, UK

26 June 2003 - "We have just returned from a two week holiday in Scala Potamia at the Nama apartments. We selected the holiday based upon all of the positive comments about Thassos on your website. The reality proved to be even better than we expected. The weather was wonderful and the Nama apartments although built in the 70's have been recently refurbished to a high standard. We even got a shower curtain which is a rarity in Greece.

We used many of the tavernas recommended on your website and a special mention must be given again to Viglis and CJ's. For a little variety we also found the only 'Italian' run be a Greek couple which was excellent. The place was busier than we expected (we went over a Greek Bank holiday period) with over 40 tavernas in the Town. According to the locals we even had a visit to the beach from George Bush senior during our stay.

It is the best holiday we have had and will be returning. Fabulous views (a mountain as high as Snowdon), lovely people, excellent apartment and a safe sandy beach. We did not suffer from wasps but mosquitos were a nightmare - they even got us on the plane coming home. Our advice to anyone is to go to Scala Potamia but take plenty of Mossie spray.

Thanks again for an extremely informative website - we'll certainly go back there again."

From Pat Widdowson, Manchester, UK

25 June 2003 - "We have just returned from Thassos 19th June, they were the most relaxing 2 weeks we have ever had. We stayed at the Villa Dafni apartments outside of Thassos town. Highly recommended accommodation, Ellen and Vasilis the owners were very friendly and helpful, lovely pool and pool bar and good bar snacks. We dined at quite a few restaurants, I think Zodiak came out on top, excellent steaks and salmon with dill sauce just delicious. Remezo's bar in the harbour was lovely to sit and relax in an evening before going to eat. Lovely holiday and lovely people."

From Sue, West Sussex, UK

19 June 2003 - "We had a wonderful time on our first visit to Thassos staying at the Souzanna Studios in Skala Potamia. These brand new studios are a stones throw from the beach and the centre of the village. Set amongst olive groves with the mountains looming up providing a very scenic backdrop, makes for a very peaceful and relaxing location. The owner Alex, also runs one of the tavernas in the village, 'Megas Alexandros' where you will be assured of a very warm welcome and some really great food. Back at the studios, Tasos keeps the drinks coming as long as you're around.

Another one of our favourite restaurants was the Akriogali, situated on the beach about 400m away from the main drag. Perhaps the prettiest restaurant of all, blue and white with lots of gloriously coloured flowering plants in containers outside. None of your greasy mass produced Moussaka in this resort, all freshly made and served in earthenware pots.

Don't bother with Eric's bar unless you want to be ripped off. His prices are extortionate and he plays wildly on his resemblance to footballer Eric Cantana. The only time his bar is busy is when the footie is on. You don't need his heated swimming pool, the sea is great at the moment, and all of the local hotels that have pools welcome you provided that you buy a drink or two whilst you're there. Went up to the Vigli in golden beach for a meal. Very disappointing, but great to go up there for a drink just to take in the breathtaking view.

We will definately be returning to Thassos, hopefully later this year."

From Alan & Margaret Kitching, Teesside, UK

18 June 2003 - "Just returned home after 13th visit to Skala Potamia staying at the Aloe apartments with Stuart & Helen Miller. Terrific weather, between 34 & 39 degrees every day. The highlight had to be spending 3 days up in the mountains using a 4 wheel drive vehicle -the views were fantistic from Mt Ipsario and Kastro has a small taberna now (try the home made goats cheese- delicious)

While driving round the coast road, after rescuing a small tortoise from beig flattened,stopped off at the the Boomerang bar in Potos, as recommended, excellent beer and hospitality. As usual called in the old harbour at Remezzo's for a tuna jacket potato, very tasty.

In Skala Potamia as usual the Megas Alexandros taberna was up to his own high standards with bigger range of Greek food, with both Alex & Demetris still full of fun. If fresh fish is your thing you must try the Akrogiali and chat to Manolis about Olympiakos and Man utd.After your meal stroll down to the Votsala and have a coffee with Smarro then pop next door to the Kronos bar and have a Metaxa with Smarro's husband Vasilis. Due to the excessive temperature of the sand, the 4 'wrinklies' had to curtail their boulles activities, mayby next year!

On a slight downside, it has to be that there a lot more traffic on the ring road now with the accompanying noise that goes with it - still thats progress but all in allwe all had a great hol and no doubt will be back next year"

From Jim & Holly Jarrad, West Sussex, UK

17 June 2003 - "My husband and I have just returned from spending two weeks at Golden Beach in Thassos. We stayed at the Dionysus Hotel which I do believe was one of the best Hotels in Golden Beach, the view was literally out of this world . . . . . .

The whole of Jim and Holly's message can be found if you follow this link - a new browser page will open, leaving this one for your return.

From Marcus, UK

17 June 2003 - "Just returned from a week in Thassos - wow - what a wonderful island. It was quite honestly the most relaxing holiday I have ever had. This place has such a laid back atmosphere you switch off as soon as you arrive . . . . . . .

The whole of Marcus's message can be found if you follow this link - a new browser page will open, leaving this one for your return.

From Lynne Read, Essex, UK

15 June 2003 - "Been to Thassos 8 times love it so much have got land there, Konstantinos apartments are great, Villa Filaktos is also great, Narajvo bar at end of Limenaria town just great, Yiannis and Katrina lovely couple. Thalassies bar with Manuella and Vasso waitresses great company, Kostis restuarant fantastic so is the one next door (sorry can't spell name) but you sit upstairs. Hire a car from Speedy great value!!! If you visit Potos (This is where we are building our apartments) visit the Boomerang bar with Joe and Abe, 2 brothers of Australian descent, dad Alex, great man. Go to the Zooom bar for a super meal see Big Bob and Nicola from Birmingham she went there for a holiday and stayed. The Island is magical you won't want to leave it. Going back June 25th for 2 weeks, can't wait!!!! hope to see some of you there, come for a drink in the Thalassies bar"

From Margaret and Patrick Joyce, Lancashire, UK

15 June 2003 - "We have just returned from our third trip to Thassos staying in Thassos Town. We have visited all other resorts on the island and all are lovely. We would recommend The Zodiac steak house/restaurant for an excellent meal and warm welcome. For a relaxing drink in a beautiful setting try the Remezo bar by the harbour. Potos car rental are very helpful with reasonable rates. We can't wait to return to our favourite Greek Island."

From mike duffy, Bristol, UK

14 June 2003 - "Whilst visiting the beautiful Island of Thassos last week, I came across a wonderful bar called the 'sun and the moon' run by English people it is a very friendly place and very near golden beach which is a lovely part of the island, just up beyond scala potamia, also a great place for guidance and advice.You must try the cocktails."

From Jasmine & Vicky, Warwickshire, UK

14 June 2003 - "We have just returned from two weeks in Thassos. We stayed at the Filipidis Apts in Golden Beach. The beach was beautiful the nicest we found on the island. It was a very quiet resort but we think that it won't be for that long. There are many tavernas in the area we particularly recommend Fedra. The food was delicious and all the staff were very friendly. They didn't rush you and would have time to chat with all the customers individually! The weather was lovely and reached very high temperatures. The bus service on the island is extremely cheap 2.20Euro return from Golden Beach to Thassos town. We only explored the eastern side of the island including Aliki and would go back to explore the other side. We would recommend this holiday to couples and families and young people that don't want to party all night long. The island of Thassos is truly a "garden in the Aegean"

From Tracey and Richard, Wiltshire, UK

13 June 2003 - "arrived back late last night, stayed at Skala Potomia at the Kastro studios, very nice but not big enough if you have a child, the owner Costa owns the Nautalous resturant on the front and him & his wife are lovely, you could not meet nicer friendly greeks, the food there is a must, the resot is fantastic and is not yet built up like some resorts, the Korina hotel is a must if you dont have a pool the owners are Sophia and Demitries a young coouple who hospatality is great there is something for everyone and I would certainly stay there if I went again, the pool is the largest on the island. The weather was fantastic about 35 degrees or more every day, we hired a car and recommend a drive around theisland, we could not believe some of the beaches it was like being on a tropical island white sand and blue seas, a brillant holiday if you want somewhere quiet and relaxing away from it all."

From Stewart & Lynn, Sheffield, Yorkshire

11 June 2003 - "We arrived back on the 5th June after 14 days on what was our 4th visit to Thassos in the last 4 years, we have stayed in the same resort, same studio on every occasion and we simply love the place. Things have changed somewhat since our first visit and we think there are a few danger signs starting to appear. The track to the Athrion has been tarmaced which to some may seem like a step forward but not to Lynn and me, the young lads are really hammering their fast cars up the road at frightening speeds and the traffic noise has increased as you would expect, to our way of thinking the essence of the place will be destroyed if the policy to lay tarmac and build walkways down the seafront are continued.

The Taverna's within the resort and around the island are to our way of thinking all top notch the food is simply superb, but if i had to reccommend any it would be the Magic Coast , and the Captains Table the fish soup is to die for as is the grilled octopus.

We would not want to put anybody off visiting Thassos but we wouldent be honest if we did not mention the jump in prices over the last couple of years, we used to come to Potamia and hardly took any notice of the prices but 5.5 euro's for a matini and lemonade (£3.85p ) and just a normal measure at that, we paid 7.5 euro's at the supermarket for a litre bottle, so be prepared its not cheap any more, having said that we will be back next year.

Great site most informative and keeps us in touch with our bit of paradise. Stewart & Lynn"

From Elaine and Stuart, Huddersfield, UK

8 June 2003 - "Last August 2002 we visited Thassos for the first time staying at the Villa Eden, Thassos town which was very basic. Whilst there we went for a meal at the Louloudis apartments, Skala Rachoni and were invited to a barbacue with the guests. We were made so welcome by the owners Sotiria, George and their 2 daughters that on return home we booked immediately to stay there. The place is very clean and the guests are treated like family. A bonus is that it is near the best beach we found on the Island which for obvious reasons we are keeping secret. We recommend for eating places Pigi's in Thassos Town and Krambousa in Skala Potamia and also Remezzo's on the harbour side at Thassos town for light lunches. Potos car hire seemed to be best value for car hire."

From Andy Collins, Leicestershire, UK

8 June 2003 - "Having thoroughly enjoyed my stay on the island of Thassos (May 2003), I felt I should provide some feedback since your site was so helpful when planning my trip.

I stayed at the Anna Beach (Vythos Bar) in Limenaria. Apartment was immaculate with all mod cons, including electric kettle, TV, radio, hair dryer, high shower fitting and shower curtain! Full marks to Dimitri and Tanya who make their guests extremely welcome. Super location by the beach (free loungers for guests) as well as a nice little pool (cold water in May though!). Also, good value English breakfast.

I tried three of the restaurants you list. The best was probably Asterias - not 'traditional Greek taverna', but super food (great swordfish & pork chops) and friendly service. Mouragios was fine (free desert). Kostis is more traditional - used by the locals - another good meal. I also tried George's Taverna - nice traditional atmosphere (up steps opposite the taxi rank - with the tree though the roof).

For beer choice, go to the Anonymous Cafe or adjoining Full Moon Bar in Thassos Town - nice range of continental beers, including Budvar - as well the local stuff.

The island is very attractive, with friendly people and superb scenery and mountain villages. Had the weather been better (we brought the rain with us) it would have been a perfect week!"

From Elizabeth Bellingham, Wolverhampton, UK

6 June 2003 - "Arrived home from Thassos yesterday after staying in the new Souzanna apartments. They are brilliant, Alex and Tasos really look after you. It was great to see all our friends again, it makes it harder to leave each time. Roll on next May!"

From Elena, Finland

6 June 2003 - "Greetings from sunny Thassos, just got back last night and had a beautiful week loitering around Limenaria and Potos. Best beach around there is Tripiti which is about 2km west from Limenaria and there is a bar also and about 3pm everyday the local boys come to play beach wolley, which is nice :)"

From jane & richard brown, june& chris, sheffield, England

4 June 2003 - "we gave Remezzo's on the harbour a try and ended up there nearly every night for a fortnight!! not the cheapest drinks in town, but the atmosphere is by far the best.Sulis & Nik your hosts are very friendly and make everyone very welcome. Well worth a visit."

From Sonya and Michael O'Mara, Merseyside, England

3 June 2003 - "Returned from our 1st visit to Thassos on Sunday and are already trying to arrange another visit the island was beautiful and very relaxing, we stayed at the Semeli studios in Skala Potamias with Thomson and were pleasantly surprised very clean, well equipped and situated on the beach front. All of the meals we had in the taverna's were lovely but we especially liked Captains for the steak and shrimps. Wasp's/bee's were not a big problem. Must visit Eric's bar and see the Cantona look a like he's very friendly."

From Angela Gordon, Flintshire, North Wales

30 May 2003 - "I returned home from the Island of Thassos on 29th May 2003. I have visited many Greek Islands and this is by far the most beautiful I have seen so far. I highly recomend staying at The brand new Souzanna Apartments in Scala Potamia.

The rooms are spacious and very tastefully thoughtout and the staff are extremely friendly. I usually always go away self catering, this holiday was booked last minute and the photo was not yet in the brochure so we were quite apprehensive. What a shock I had at the luxury. Outstanding to say the least. Try the bar menus tuna salad its yum! Will be returning vey soon."

From John & Louise Jarman, Nottinghamshire, England

28 May 2003 - "Just returned from a week in Thassos staying at the Anastasia Studios in Golden Beach, which were spacious, clean & bright. Lovely island, especially Alyki. We can recommend eating at Finikas in Golden Beach, excellent food and friendly service.

We hired a "Jimny" from Potos in Skala Potamia (also recommended). This is great for exporing the dirt roads in the mountains and for reaching Paradise Beach. No problem at all with the wasps/bees, we think the torrential rain and thunder put them off! Did spot lots of small frogs, one large toad, a green lizard and a long, olive brown (harmless we were told) snake."

From Stuart Miller, Kent, UK

26 May 2003 - "With reference to Linda Brewer's communication on 27 March - we have, for many years, been using a walking guide entitled "Walking on Thassos" by Truus van de Mast and Roos Gruwel. Troos was born in Hilversum, but has lived on Thassos since 1987. Roos is also Dutch and has also lived on the island for the same time. Both are teachers. Roos is a nature guide for the Dutch Nature organisation on Thassos. We bought it at the Thomson office when it was next door to the Votsalo snack bar (several years ago). It may still be available in the Thomson office now in Thassos Town. It has a distinctive green cover with a map of the island and a pair of walking boots on the cover.

The book describes 11 different walks, all of differing difficulty mostly from the areas around Limenas (Thassos Town), Panagia, Potamia and Golden Beach. There is also one from Maries. We used it to find Vathi Beach which is where the Lazy Day cruise stops for its barbeque. It's lovely - especially when it's deserted. Each walk is very well described with photographs, maps and diagrams that are very helpful. It also contains valuable hints and tips and information about nature on Thassos.

Even if you don't like walking, it's a very handy guide if you want to go off-roading. If you can find it, I would thoroughly recommend it.

Only 6 more days (and counting) until we use it again!"

From Alan & Pam Dean, N W Leics, England

26 May 2003 - "Spent a V enjoyable time, last week, at the immaculate NOSTOS Studios, golden beach. Pleased to announce that, due to the Spectacular Thunderstorm & torrential rain, most of the Wasps eggs have been destroyed. However, I did turn abit red. Even my wife swam in the sea,so it was OK, temp. wise. Beautiful island & people. Not yet littered with american fast food wrappers. . . Keep 'em out! We didn't experience any loud vexatious people, so if you're one,go somewhere else."

From Debbie Knocks, Yorkshire, England

24 May 2003 - "I spent a wonderful two weeks in Thassos and loved every minute of it. Lovely beaches all around and some great night life in Thassos Town. Don't miss the Zodiac restaurant for a wonderful meal and friendly service, usually a short wait is needed but it is well worth it."

From Alan Kitching, Teeside, England

24 May 2003 - "My wife and I have visited Skala Potamia 13 times over the last10 years and have made a lot of friends not only the local Greeks but serial English visitors as well. Stuart and Helen Miller, who is a regular contributor to this site,will be travelling with us this year.

We have seen some changes over the years but at a slow rate and not detrimental to the island. Stuart has sung the praises of all my favourite haunts, but I would like to recommend hiring a 4 track vehicle and venturing off the island ring road and into the mountains. It's 10 mph (20max) for hours to travel relatively small distances but the views are magnificent eagles are flying, wild tortoises are crawling and of course snakes and lizards.

So roll on June 1st --Manolis, get those cold beers ready and if anyone see's 4 wrinklies playing boulles on the beach you will know who it is.

P.S. Alex -- re the snow photograph's, which one is you and which one is the snowman?"

From Maxine Cuthbertson, Cheshire

22 May 2003 - "Returned fronm Thassos on the 18th May 2003 never been before, fell in love with it, stayed in Skala Potamia, scenery breathtaking. Stayed in Simeli appartments 1min from the sea. Beaches are beautiful, people so friendly, food and drink cheap. Resturants and bars excellent. Recomend CJ'S for coffee and stir frys, wow!!! Thommai taverna beach bar, excellent very friendly, and the funky orange bar on the beach for great company funky music, and kindness, we had lots of free drinks, even gave us a bottle of wine to take home!!! why cant bars be that good back home???? i love Thassos can see it being a yearly holiday, excellent."

From Sophie Greenwood, London, England

12 May 2003 - "We have just come back from Thassos and can recommened a few things. Firstly we think it is worthwhile hiring a car for a few days. You get to see some wonderful sites, especially along the coastal roads. Secondly Moyses Fish Taverna in Thassos is a MUST. It serves great food, the view is fantastic and the prices unbeatable.Thirdly take a trip to Aliki beach, it is really beautiful and very peaceful. Finally try and take the hydrofoil to Kavala if you want experience realistic if rather gritty Greek life."

From barry wartnaby, hampshire

12 May 2003 - "stayed at the konstantinos apartments last september very impressed with it.the kids thoroughly enjoyed it,me and the missus had such a good time with the laid back attitude,food and of course the beer(amstel) we ve booked up for 2 weeks in middle of september. this time were going to hire a car for a few days. can t wait"

From Julie and Adrian Nash, Essex, England

10 May 2003 - "We too had visited many Greek islands before finding Thassos in 1999, but for us this island always feels special.If I say all the usual things, like wonderful scenery and beaches, great food and the most friendly people we have ever met, I could be talking about so many places in Greece; yet there is certainly an indefinable "something" about Thassos that makes it a magical place. If, like us you become hooked you won't be able to stay away.

Every time the media features articles on Greece, Thassos remains overlooked, thankfully, so maybe it doesn't have mass appeal. I have a feeling that you don't choose Thassos however; Thassos chooses you!

We stay in Limenaria down on Trypiti beach. We love to travel around however and like so many others on this site love eating at Vigli on Golden Beach (Yes, this is the one up the steps) other favourites are Mouragios in Limenaris and the Doukas in Limenas near the little garden slightly left of the ferry port. Doesn't look much but foods great and cheap and the guys are so friendly. Theres also the Posiedon on Trypiti beach, our local taverna, which is great for lunch.

Our hosts at Rodon House have become friends- its not a sophisticated or upmarket joint though, just perfectly placed on the beach with a little pool, bar and restaurant where Tomasso will cook for you if there's demand. If you're stressed sad or otherwise in need of a holiday in the true sense, go! You won't be disappointed.

p.s. Don't let the ferry croosing put you off. Its lovely. And if you have to wait for the ferry in Keramoti, den parazi, just buy a couple of bottles of Mythos at the pretty little harbour and chill - it'll get your trip off to a lovely start!"

Have you a comment you would like to feed back? Are you happy to be quoted? Follow the "make contact" link and let us know.