Halkidiki is a three-pronged peninsula combining beautiful beaches, verdant hills, pine forests, picturesque villages, secluded coves, and Roman ruins. Holidays in Halkidiki are extremely popular due to its striking 300-mile stretch of fine white sandy beaches. Many of Halkidiki's beaches have managed to preserve their traditional Greek charm.

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Holidays in Halkidiki prove particularly popular with families and couples seeking a relaxed atmosphere and stunning scenery. Water sports enthusiasts will enjoy the resorts of Kalithea, Sani and Pefkohori .The most visited of Halkidiki's 'prongs' is the Kassandra peninsula, with its numerous sandy beaches and striking turquoise waters set against lush hillsides. Kassandra is popular with families due to its calm, shallow waters and soft sands. The middle 'prong', the Sithonia peninsula, has an altogether 'wilder' appearance with rich pine forests, rugged landscape and secluded sandy bays. Sithonia is a favourite with keen hikers and bikers wishing to explore the untamed countryside. The third peninsula, Athos, is by far the quietest, and much of it is actually closed to the public. However visitors can take a cruise along its mystical shores.

Holidays in Halkidiki offer numerous local markets selling jewellery, local handicrafts and souvenirs. Alternatively a short drive from Halkidki , visitors will find the glitzy department stores of Thessaloniki. Evenings in Halkidki are spent relaxing over cocktails in the numerous beach bars and tucking in to traditional Greek fare in the waterfront tavernas. Those seeking a livelier atmosphere can head to the discos of Fourka and Afioti, or the vibrant clubs of Kalithea.