Maratha Beach was one of our great finds last summer in Skiathos. This was “our kind of beach”.
We found this beach after checking out a series of beach spots and resorts on the southern coast. Dutchman and I have an exact idea of what “our†beach would look and feel like, so when we saw Maratha Beach, we were like – YEAH! This is it!
We were so glad to have found a pair of unoccupied sun loungers. We quickly settled.
If we went here during peak season, I am sure it would be impossible to find an available sun lounger, unless we come here really early or very late in the afternoon. The perks of going off-peak season.
The island is relatively small so its very easy to drive around. Because we have a rental 50cc scooter, the driving distance is longer. We both do not have a motorcycle driver’s license so 50cc is max allowed on a normal car driver’s license.
So this is where Maratha Beach is on the map of Skiathos, located at the southern (eastern) part of the island. The direction is from Fengeros Village where we stayed to Maratha Beach.
Before discovering Maratha Beach, we managed to find another favourite beach on the Kanapitsa Cape which we visited twice on this holiday, the Vromolimnos Beach. We actually have 3 favourite beaches in Skiathos and they are, Maratha Beach, Vromolimnos Beach and Agia Eleni Summer Beach. All 3 beaches are located on the southern coast of the island.
Why do we love these beaches?
Because they are small and cosy, no crowds at all. Because they are in a somewhat secluded private area. Because they have comfortable sunbed loungers with parasols, although not free. Because they have a cool beach taverna. Because the beach taverna has music! The last is very important because it gives the beach spot some kind of atmosphere and soul.
So that’s what we were looking for in a beach. Not much to ask for =)
Here at Maratha, we spent a whole afternoon, just lazing around, reading a book and dipping into the (not that very warm) sea waters from time to time. That’s what a summer holiday should be like, right?
We were also one of the lasts to leave.
Most people pack up and leave the beach around 17:00 as they head back to their apartments and hotels to freshen up and change for dinner. We, however, stay put until 19:30 – 20:00. Dutchman and I love the golden hour at the beach. We watch the sun go down the horizon. We hear the beach speak. All in tranquility. #stressfree
Ah, I cannot wait to go back to the Greek Islands!
Travel Period: June-July 2017
Destination: Skiathos Island (Sporades), Greece
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All pictures were taken by a point and shoot pocket camera or a smartphone.