Blue skies, green oceans, and unlimited serenity, Thasos is easy to fall in love with. Its location in the North Aegean is the major reason why it is loved by sun seekers. The golden colored sandy beaches dotting the island beautifully are a perfect setting for a relaxed, week-long vacation. Also known as Thassos, the island is known to mankind since ancient times and since then it has been a getaway spot.

Beyond the beaches of Thasos, the rich forests on the island are waiting to be discovered. The forests are opulent with timber which makes Thasos a leading provider of timber and honey. The island was initially inhabited by the Phoenicians and Greeks from Paros. The city still reflects some traces of these tribes. The significant tomb of Cassius was discovered by the archaeologist Theodore Bent in 1902 in Thasos.

Thasos blurs the line when it comes to choosing between haute cuisine and street food. It has numerous options to offer to the foodies. You will get the true essence of Thasos by hopping from one tavern to other in the villages of Thasos or sit in a cozy restaurant having local food with a local you befriended on your trip. The Tatarka, Stuffed Zucchini with flowers, Pitarakia, and Bouyourdi are the must-have delicacies in Thasos. The year-round local eateries like Simi, Armeno, and Masabuka are exactly the places you should head to if you want to experience the local flavor in all its glory.

Many people fail to realize that Thasos is more than just a summer holiday destination. Whereas summer can be the best time to visit Thasos, you can visit the city at any time of the year and still fall in love with it. Apart from the beaches and other natural attractions on the island, the archaeological sites and museums are there to delight the history buff within you.

Essential travel information and Thasos tips for your visit

• Time Zone: GMT+2 and the Eastern European Time Zone is UTC+3.
• Currency: Euro (‎€)
• Electricity and Internet: Internet is available at high speed in most of the hotels, residences, and institutions. The voltage is 230 V/ 50 Hz.
• Languages: Greek, English
• Security: European Emergency Number (112), Police (100), Fire Department (199), Coast Guard (108)
• Off-beaten Path: NA
• Tipping: Tipping is optional.
• Tourist Traps: NA