Neos Marmaras holidays

Holidays to Neos Marmaras couldn't be more Greek if they tried, with sun-soaked beaches, waterfront tavernas and views of Zeus' own stomping ground.

Beach, beach and more beach

Neos Marmaras wins the Halkidiki popularity contest in northern Greece for good reason – the Blue Flag award-winning beaches go on for 20 kilometres. Nab yourself a sunlounger and just try to count the shimmering shades of turquoise in the Aegean Sea.

Hike, hike baby

Lace-up your walking shoes, because the countryside around Neos Marmaras isn't to be missed. Mount Itamos – a 30-minute drive away – is the largest mountain in Sithonia. A climb to the top will get you incredible views of Mount Athos and Mount Olympus – sightings of Zeus not guaranteed.

Taste sensation

This town's a bustling, upbeat place full of shops, bars and welcoming tavernas. Dig in to seafood fresh from the net, or try traditional Greek dishes like moussaka – a bechamel-topped dish of spiced lamb and aubergine – and sizzling skewers of grilled meat. To wash it down, go for an ice-cold beer or ouzo – an anise-flavoured aperitif.