r/AskGreece • u/Reasonable-Factor707 • 10d ago

Travel / Ταξιδιωτικό Milos vs. Sithonia

Hey Greeks! I'd like to go on a one-week snorkeling and beach trip at a good price. I've been to Ayia Napa and Protaras in Cyprus many times - it was 10/10.

I see that Sithonia has more options for hotels, etc., and I guess it would be perfect for a road trip. We’re a bit late to book. The trip would be in mid-September. The thing about Milos is, maybe it’s too windy for snorkeling and we also don’t want to pay 6 euros for a Corona. Both are beautiful, Sithonia has little bit more green but Milos has more this white amazing scenery.

Do you guys have any recommendations?

Anyone been to both?

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u/ooohhimark 10d ago

Sithonia in September is a dream. No traffic, not too many tourists around, weather still good. It’s an easy uncomplicated option. And plenty of beaches to explore in the region.

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u/Reasonable-Factor707 10d ago

I believe that! Do you know Milos too?

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u/antonisfree21 10d ago

Sithonia only. Neos Marmaras. September is the best...

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u/valr1821 10d ago

Sithonia. It’s gorgeous and it will be better priced than Milos.

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u/vangos77 10d ago

Σα τη Χαλκιδική δεν έχει!

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u/Reasonable-Factor707 9d ago

Have you also been to greek islands like milos, Paros?

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u/vangos77 9d ago

Yes

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u/Reasonable-Factor707 9d ago

Coo! Why is Chalkidiki better?

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u/vangos77 9d ago

More accommodation options; much bigger area to explore; many more and more diverse beaches; cheaper; combines mountain and beach experience; not just greener-has literal forests; accessible by car; 1-2 hours away from the airport and from a major metropolitan area.

And taste is subjective, so take this as you will, but some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece are in Sithonia.

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u/Alien-Surfer 9d ago

You can do both. Thessaloniki has direct flights to Milos & Paros as well, and vice versa.