Have just returned yesterday from Thassos where we have been staying at the Louloudis apartments at Skala Rachoni for two weeks. As we had visited before but never stayed there we knew how friendly the family George, Sotiria and daughters Kaliopa and Thelmi were. A great time was had by all. The hotel had a great atmosphere and by the end of the holiday you cannot fail to make new friends. Our address book has become fuller. The family organised two barbecues over the fortnight with so much food to go round. 12.50 euros was a snip for the amount we had. 20 guests attended and with Sotiris's greek dancing with participation from guests it was a great night and got people together. On the last night the hotel organised games after everyone had eaten and many made fools with egg & spoon race, the cucumber game and the sack race not to mention the arm wrestling.

Although I have read good reports about other hotels / apartments on this website I don't think any will match the Louloudis for cleansiness of the rooms, good home cooking and the caring manner in which the guests are treated. The owners have this ability to get people involved and make time not just for couples but people who also come on their own. Many people we have met come back year after year some have been seven or eight times and like us love the place. As for the rest of Thassos we particularly enjoyed the beach we found at Skala Marion which is round the other side of the harbour along the one way system. The fact that it had no taverna or even toilets did not put us off infact the sands were lovely, a nice little bay and it appears that this is where the locals go. When we arrived there was only 9 on the beach and never more than 20 all day. This is a developing area with a few hotels going up on the side. I'm sure in a year or two a taverna will be on the beach but hopefully not as this will spoil the beauty of the cove.

Visited Aliki following recommendation s on the website to see how this compared with Skala Marion but found this to be disappointing as the pebbles overtook the beach and it was difficult to find some sand without breaking your back. Also visited Glyfeneri a tranquil bay near the Louloudis and another local one Pahis which is becoming very popular. Visited Restuarants mentioned on the site including Srytaki in Limenas and Zooom in Potos along with old favourites such as Pigi's in Limenas and Krambousa in Skala Potamia. Remezzos continues to be the best cafe in Limenas and try the cafe up near the church in Panagia. None failed to disapoint. Aquired a Citreon Saxo at a good rate with Auto car union negotiated through the hotel. Role on next year when we return to the Louloudis.