Top Reasons to Go to the Sporades

Ritzy Shores of Skiathos: Thousands of sunseekers head here to luxuriate on its idyllic beaches, dine in stylish seafront restaurants, explore surrounding coves by sailboat, and sip cocktails in late-night bars.

Nature Filled Skopelos: A network of hiking trails traverse hills and mountains carpeted with pine and fig trees, olive groves, and citrus orchards; dotted with picturesque churches and monasteries.

Unspoiled Beach Life: Clear, clean turqouise ocean laps the picture-perfect beaches on all the islands, but the most famous are those on Skiathos—and namely, the sparkling white sand of Koukounaries.

Skyros's Style: Set against a dramatic rock, the main town of Skyros is a showstopper of Cycladic houses colorfully set with wood carvings and embroideries.

Silver Screen: Fans of Mamma Mia! flock to Skopelos to see first-hand the locations used in the film.