The emergency services of the Prinos Health Centre on the island of Thassos (EKAB) will soon be relocating to new premises near the existing health centre, in the village of Prinos. The new purpose-built premises are under construction and should be operational in the near future. At present, the EKAB facilities are housed in prefabricated […]
After being closed to the public in 2012, to allow for comprehensive restoration work to begin, the long-awaited reopening of the ancient theatre on the North Aegean island of Thassos took place in late summer 2025. The theatre, which is perched high on the acropolis above Limenas (Thassos Town, dates back to at least the […]
As there are four independent ferry companies servicing the routes between the mainland and the island of Thassos, the companies have combined their itineraries into one overall timetable. We have posted a link on our ‘Thassos Travel Info’ page, see example below (book password required). We hope this will simplify travelling to and from the […]
For those members who intend to visit the mainland city of Kavala during their stay on Thassos, we have supplied a comprehensive map of the city on this website (book password required). To print-off a free copy, please go to the ‘Thassos Travel Club’ pages, under the section headed ‘Thassos Maps & Panoramas’ you will […]
The island of Thassos, the most northerly of the Aegean islands, is little known by Western European tourists, yet it holds the record for the most return visits of any Greek island! This well-kept secret is where you will find a taste of ‘real’ Greece, offering beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and excellent value for money. […]
With Europe having the highest consumption of alcohol per capita in the world, and driving under the influence being the cause of 25% of road deaths, EU countries are both employing more stringent testing of drivers, as well as increasing penalties for driving under the influence. Italy has become the first country to make it […]
The Greek government’s “Zero Tolerance for Not Wearing a Helmet” campaign came into force countrywide in 2025, aiming at the universal compliance of owners and riders of two and three-wheeled vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and including Light Personal Electric Vehicles to wear helmets. In 2026, police in all regions will be increasing the checks of riders […]
‘A to Z Travel Club’ membership is totally free to anyone who purchases a 2026 edition printed guidebook or Kindle version. The unique features of ‘A to Z Travel Club’ membership Membership is free when you purchase any of our 2026 ‘A to Z Travel Guides’! As a member, you can register (see the button […]
The first water park on Thassos was opened on June 16, 2023. The Hive Summer Water Park, developed by D Hotels, is located at Trypiti Beach, near Limenaria, on the south of the island. The park has a variety of water slides, pools and other facilities. The park is open daily from 10:30 to 19:00. […]
There are many beautiful beaches to be found on Thassos, including Golden Beach, Paradise, Astris and Pachis Beaches, but a lesser-known beach is Fari Beach on the island’s southwest coast, just south of Skala Maries, a picturesque little fishing harbour. But note, because of its get-away-from-it-all charm, the beach is not serviced, so you need […]
