The new 2012 guide book
The ‘A to Z Guide to Thassos’ is a comprehensive, accurate and impartial book, which covers all aspects of the island, its history and the many attractions to be found both on Thassos and the neighbouring mainland. Thassos book cover Tony Oswin the author of the ‘A to Z Guide to Thassos’, is a British… Continue Reading…
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News Flash
Date: 16th May I have received emails from people concerned by the recent news coverage of the political situation in Greece and asking for honest information regarding holidays on the islands. Sadly once again there has been some scaremongering in the media regarding holidays in Greece this summer. If (and it is very doubtful) Greece… Continue Reading…
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June 17 Elections
For those who have booked holidays on the Greek islands that coincide with the forthcoming elections and are worried about any disruptions, please be advised it is unlikely that you will even notice that the elections are taking place. During the last election, unless you drove past one of the polling stations, you wouldn’t have… Continue Reading…
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Wreckage of missing ‘First World War’ plane found on Thassos
During the First World War, Britain’s Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) operated from airbases in the Northern Aegean against the German alliance countries (known as the Central Powers). One such airbase was located near the village of Prinos, situated on the west coast of Thassos. Between May 1916 and the end of the war, British… Continue Reading…
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2012 ‘A to Z’ Discount Scheme
To add further value to our Thassos book, for the second year we have arranged with local businesses such as restaurants, bars, car rental, tourist shops and entertainment that they offer our readers a 10% discount. The concept is as simple as presenting the 2012 edition of the ‘A to Z Guide to Thassos’ (or… Continue Reading…
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2012 Tourist information
In association with Zorbas restaurant in the centre of Thassos Town, we are offering a ‘call in’ tourist information point for the 2012 season. As there is no official tourist information office in Thassos Town, from 09:00 until 11:00 Monday to Friday, ‘A to Z Guides’ are manning a desk at the front of the… Continue Reading…
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Drinking and Driving
Whilst I stress this in my guides, please be aware that the Police on the island are strict on ‘Drink Driving’. If you hire a vehicle, either 4 or 2 wheels and you are stopped at one of the random check-points, or for erratic driving and found to be above the legal limit, you will… Continue Reading…
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Extra early booking discounts from Thomson holidays
Thomson (TUI) are offering very attractive discounts for holidays to the Greek islands this summer. Over and above the discount for web bookings, they are offering an extra £40 off all holidays departing 1st May to the 31st October. Also Thomson are offering customers ‘Low Deposits’ starting at just £100 p.p. A direct link to… Continue Reading…
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New games centre in Thassos Town
A new games centre has opened this season at the Aqua Bar on ‘Limanaki’, the Thassos Town beach which is just past the ‘Old Harbour’. The facilities include:- 2 Table Football 2 Pool tables 1 Snooker table 1 French Billiard table 2 Table Ice Hockey 1 Table Tennis Darts Play Station 3 2 Wide Screen… Continue Reading…
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Great news for UK tourists to Greece!
The great news for UK tourists planning to visit Greece this summer is that the falling value of the euro in the last month means that holidays on the Greek islands could be even better value for money this summer. This and the traditionally low prices for tourist purchases such as food, drink and entertainment… Continue Reading…
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Honest tips on choosing a guide book
We have received e-mails from readers who are disappointed that they have unintentionally ordered old editions of our guides and others who have purchased alternative publications which turn out to have little up to date information on the island. As there are many guide books in the marketplace, it can be a bit “hit and… Continue Reading…
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Thassos gets “5 Star rating” from holidaymakers
The beautiful North Aegean island of Thassos has received top marks for another year from Thomson holiday customers. This is not surprising as the island holds the record for the most return visits of any Greek island. Still a well kept secret to Western Europeans, Thassos is known as the “Emerald island” due to the… Continue Reading…
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2012 ‘A to Z’ Exclusive Offer to Istanbul
As many tourists return year after year to Thassos, we decided to put together an exclusive offer for our readers to help add a little extra ‘spice’ to their 2012 holiday on Thassos. The city of Istanbul (formerly Constantinople) is the cultural heart of Turkey, with a population of nearly 20 million covering an area… Continue Reading…
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2012 ‘A to Z’ Exclusive Luxury 2 night stay in Kavala
The Egnatia is a luxury 4 Star Plus hotel in Kavala which boasts a beautiful and commanding view over the city, the Bay of Kavala and Thassos Island. Kavala is the mainland city opposite Thassos Island and just over an hour away by ferry from the Thassos port of Skala Prinos (5 euro p.p.). ’A to Z’… Continue Reading…
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We listen to our readers
As our prime aim is to offer the most comprehensive and accurate guide book to Thassos, we are constantly accessing and developing the book’s content in response to the feedback received from our readers. When we designed the format of the ‘A to Z Guides’, we were careful to address all the wishes expressed by… Continue Reading…
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TripAdvisor removed
Our primary aim at ‘A to Z Guides’ is to offer our readers independent and accurate information to help make their holidays memorable and problem free. Initially on this website we added links to TripAdvisor reviews on hotels and restaurants on the islands, however recent media articles and more direct instances of problems have persuaded… Continue Reading…
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Malicious reviews on Amazon
Beware of book reviews In the publishing world, malicious book reviews especially on Amazon are well known and widespread (see relevant links below). Where the origin has been confirmed, it is invariably from a competing author/publication, or others who see the book as a commercial threat. In past years all those posted against our books… Continue Reading…
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Budget airline cost comparison
To help the independent traveller to the Greek islands, we have added links to two budget airline comparison websites. The sites will allow you to simply check the flight costs of the main budget airlines who offer flights to your desired destination. We have chosen two of the main comparison sites, one for UK residents… Continue Reading…
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First Choice go ‘all inclusive’
From May 2012, First Choice Holidays will only be offering ‘all inclusive’ holiday packages. Their sister company Thomson Holidays will be the member of the Tui Group that will be focusing on offering self-catering, bed and breakfast, or half board holidays. Although the islands of Thassos and Santorini are still listed as destinations on the… Continue Reading…
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Join us on Facebook
We have now opened a new Facebook page for all three of our travel guides, so please join us on Facebook. The direct link is below:- ‘A to Z Guides to Thassos, Kos and Santorini’ The existing Thassos Facebook page will continue for our Thassos friends. The direct link for this is below:- ‘A to… Continue Reading…
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The cost of eating out
To help those who would like an idea of the cost of eating out on the islands this summer, we have surveyed the local restaurants here on Thassos. A meal for two including a starter plus bread, a main course (we chose mid-range priced menu options), the usual complimentary sweet and a large glass of… Continue Reading…
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Plane Finder (New)
Plane Finder provides near real-time ‘virtual radar’ air traffic maps of the world. By clicking any plane logo, a ‘pop-up’ box will give you information on the airline, flight number, departure and destination airports, height, speed and more. We have added Plane Finder to our website for those who would like friends and family to… Continue Reading…
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Thassos and more in 2012
For the adventurous traveller to Thassos, we suggest that the island can also act as a perfect base for exploring further afield within Greece. The recently completed main northern motorway the E90 passes within 2 km of Kavala, allowing fast access to both the east and west of northern Greece*. If flying independently into Thessaloniki,… Continue Reading…
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Restaurant recommendations
When I set out to write my guidebooks, one of my main objectives was to guarantee the integrity and accuracy of all of the information I published. Therefore, when it came to making recommendations for places to eat out, I decided this wasn’t a good idea. Here are my reasons: 1. The quality of restaurants… Continue Reading…
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Traditional Greek village
For those who would like to visit a traditional Greek village, we recommend a trip to Theologos in the south of the island. This pretty village was once the capital and its myriad of small alleyways, churches and traditional schist roofed houses makes it a perfect setting for a visit. An added attraction is that on… Continue Reading…
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Flight-only alternatives for 2012
To help the independent UK traveller visiting Thassos in 2012, we have listed below the main airlines flying direct into either Thessaloniki or Kavala airports (alphabetical order). Although flights into Kavala’s Alexander the Great airport are generally more expensive than those into Makedonia airport in Thessaloniki, the advantage is the location of Kavala airport, being… Continue Reading…
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Links to ferry timetables
Below are the links to the two companies that provide ferry services between Thassos island and the mainland. ‘Click’ on the company name to open. ANETH Ferries THASSOS Ferries Both the above companies offer services from Skala Prinos to Kavala and Thassos Town to Keramoti. Aneth Ferries tel.: 25930 22694/22318 – Thassos Ferries tel.: 25930… Continue Reading…
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Map of Kavala
For those 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. To print-off a free copy, please go to the ‘Download’ page, under the section headed ‘Maps’ you will find the ‘Map of Kavala’. ‘Left click’ this and… Continue Reading…
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Best selling guide book to Thassos
We are pleased to confirm that the ‘A to Z Guide to Thassos’ is the international best selling guide book to Thassos and the nearby attractions of Kavala and Philippi.
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Giola
I have been asked a number of times where the natural small lagoon called ‘Giola’ is situated on the island and how do you get there? First, I have to say that although Giola is a beautiful natural wonder, it is isolated and very hard to find. There are no signposts and it is… Continue Reading…
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Thassos Archaeological Museum
I am pleased to announce that the vastly enlarged archaeological museum in Thassos Town is now open 7 days a week. I recommend a visit to the museum for anyone interested in ancient history as this is one of the largest and most modern museums in Greece. The museum opening times Tuesday to Sunday are… Continue Reading…
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