So your mind is made up that you will travel to Sithonia. The next logical question is… “How do I get to Sithonia?” We would like to be upfront and tell you that traveling to Sithonia without a car would be difficult. Those who travel from neighbour countries like Bulgaria, Serbia and Hungary, usually drive to Halkidiki with their personal …
Spectacular Hiking in Sithonia
Sithonia, the middle peninsula of Halkidiki attracts tourists primarily for its beaches. What many don’t know is that mountainous Sithonia is a spectacular place to come in the off-season for hiking. Mount Itamos is the highest peak on Sithonia, reaching a height of 811 meters. From here you can enjoy panoramic views over the whole peninsula with an amazing bird’s …
Arrests for wild camping in Halkidiki!
Northern Greece’s largest campground Sithonia is no doubt Halkidiki’s largest camping destination and perhaps the biggest campground in all of Northern Greece. Sithonia’s lush mountainous beauty and postcard perfect beaches are a magnet for nature lovers and what better way to bond with nature then to camp? Whether you pitch a tent, or drive a motorhome, the ability to bring …
The new SithoniaGreece.com
Welcome to the new SithoniaGreece.com – one of Halkidiki’s most extensive travel guides that does not just list Halkidiki accommodation but gives reliable information about everything such as… What to do in Sithonia What to see in Halkidiki and around Halkidiki vacation planning tips Where to eat in Sithonia And videos to help get you in the vacation mood Let …
Boating and boat rentals in Sithonia, Halkidiki
Boat rentals in Halkidiki is a growing business. Water makes up more than 70% of the earths surface, but in the Aegean Sea around the Halkidiki peninsula water means everything! The sea around Halkidiki and Sithonia is nothing less than spectacular, the water is glassy clear and has some of the best visibility in the world. This is why water …
Halkidiki – to go or not to go!
Is it safe to go as a tourist to Greece during the crisis? The mood in Greece the last days to say the least, is very somber. The future for many is uncertain and this uncertainty has carried over to the tourists. Many tourists are waiting to see what will happen before they travel to Halkidiki and many have cancelled …
Greek Crisis and Tourist Tips
This week it looks like the Greek crisis is finally coming to a head. Or is it? After months of speculation whether Greece will default or not, whether they will remain in the Euro Zone or have to resurrect the Drachma, these are questions that might affect your upcoming holiday to Sithonia. There are some unique challenges for any tourist …
Welcome to Halkidiki in 2015!
SithoniaGreece.com welcomes you to Halkidiki in 2015! As in the past few years, the tourist season in Greece in 2015 is expected to out perform the previous years. Sithonia is no exception. Already by mid May, many hotels and apartments are open for business and there are deals that can be found if you want to beat the busy season. …
Rent a boat in Sithonia
With the summer season of 2013 already well underway in Halkidiki, we would like to bring to your attention some of the things that can be done while on vacation in this hidden Greek paradise. Rent a Boat Yes, even if you don’t have a licence for piloting a boat, you can still rent a boat and enjoy some of …
How to Visit Mount Athos
Visiting Athos is not a simple procedure. First of all only men are permitted to enter the Mount Athos region, conveniently excluding half the population. Women who are interested in experiencing Mount Athos can only take advantage of going on an Athos cruise and viewing the monasteries from a distance, since for a thousand years no woman has been able …
The Best Time to Visit Sithonia
When is the best time to visit Sithonia? Sithonia is always nice to visit… But, if you are able to, the absolutely best time to visit Sithonia would be end of May, June and September. Then the weather is nice and warm, the beaches are deserted and the prices of accommodation are lower as it is not high season. …
Quiet Beaches – or Party Beaches?
In the last month we have getting good feedback from tourists going to Sithonia for vacation but also some negative. This is valuable for us and others who want to enjoy this paradise for what it offers – the beautiful nature. One person wrote to us recently with the following comments… We just come back from our two-weeks holidays in …
Sithonia, Halkidiki – Greece’s Secret Campground
What could be a greater camping experience than putting up a tent on the soft golden sands of a Greek beach? Soon the snow will be melting, the days are getting longer and the temperatures will start to rise. Once the leaves start to make their appearance, our attention turns to nature and the great outdoors. Camping is one of …