Limenaria Holidays

This relaxed former fishing village on the south-west coast of Thassos of Greece's North Aegean islands really does have it all. The list of perks is endless – quaint harbourside restaurants, authentic Greek shops, museums and a choice of bars that serve up the local tipple, tsipouro. Legend-steeped Mount Athos stands tall and proud on the horizon, too.

With its café-lined strip of sandy shoreline, Limenaria Beach – just a five-minute walk from the town centre – is a hit with windsurfers and water skiers. If you just want to chill, grab a sunlounger, umbrella and a cold beer at Metalleia Beach – a five-minute drive east. It's a great shout for families, too, thanks to shallow, clear waters.

The island capital, Thassos Town, is a 45-minute drive from Limenaria and packed with trendy restaurants and bars. It's the town's history that really captivates though. Along with a Greek acropolis and an ancient marketplace, there’s a beautifully preserved amphitheatre boasting views over the town. You’ll find fascinating relics in the archaeological museum, too.