Skiathos - Time it right....

Skiathos holiday in May, June, September, and October can be glorious with gently warm days and cooler evenings - in May and early June colorful wildflowers carpet the island.

Skiathos holidays at this time of the year are the perfect way to see the island in its natural state, outside the main tourist season. Visiting Skiathos in spring gives you many advantages. You will have your pick of spots on the beach, you will be able to explore the town without all the crowds, and you will have the ideal climate for perfect sightseeing....In spring and early summer, the air temperatures range from 20-26C and average sea temperatures are a comfortable 18C - 24C, ideal if you wish to avoid the hottest times of the year. So what could be better than having Skiathos virtually to yourself, unspoilt and pleasantly warm, to explore in your own time. As with many Greek islands, Skiathos is often at its most lush and green at this time of the year, providing fantastic scenery and walking opportunities.

Travelling off-season is the ideal way to get a real sense of Skiathos culture and life. Shops, cafes and restaurants offer lower prices and service is prompt and cheerful. The quality of food is excellent especially the delicious lobster and seafood (which are fresh and plentiful at this period).

Most travel companies offer great discounts if you choose to book off peak, which is a suberb incentive for having holidays off season.