Just returned from holiday staying at Ioannis Golden Beach Hotel, Chrissi Ammoudia (Golden Beach). Quite a quiet resort but has several good tavernas for eating out. Tried Golden Sand, Fedra, Sitoris and Viglis amongst others. Would recommend Sitoris for value and friendliness and Viglis for fabulous views and excellent meals (try the stefado).

Accommodation at Ionnis was average. Hotel looked impressive enough from the road and it was clean etc but the staff would benefit from a customer care course - they were not the friendliest of hosts (with the exception of the young lady on reception who was always pleasant and helpful). Tried to use the bar on our returns in the evening but it was not welcoming at all. In the end we took a bottle of wine up to our room and sat on our balcony watching the world go by and playing cards. Room was not air conditioned and hire of fan at 7000 drachma per week is an absolute must. Breakfasts were very poor even by continental standards. Better off sticking to toast and marmalade.

Do use the local bus service - it's an education in itself. All credit to the drivers who manouvre the vehicle through Panagia. Take a tip - if the bus breaks down on your return from visiting Panagia - do not attempt to walk back (4 Km downhill) - we did and still have the blisters to show for it.

On the whole a lovely holiday which took some getting used to - a hire car is useful if only for a couple of days - the coastal road is excellent.

Last comment has to be about Eric's bar - we spent a couple of afternoons there. On our first visit during our first week he readily welcomed us, inviting us to use the pool. Spent a very pleasant few hours there. We went again the day before we had to come home - he remembered us and was happy to pose for pictures.

Would recommend Thassos for a relaxing holiday - probably would not appeal to teenagers looking for nightlife / entertainment. More suited for couples or those with very young children.