Sani holidays

Greek food is a treat to the taste buds, with everything made fresh you could spend your full trip sampling its array of authentic dishes. Nothing is quite as refreshing as a Greek salad with its olives and tomatoes bursting with flavour alongside chunky pieces of feta. Lamb Kleftiko is another favourite which manages to capture the essence of the country with its garlic, lemon and oregano seasoning. Baklava, on the other hand, is a classic sweet option and is basically a syrup-soaked pastry spiced with cinnamon. Ouzerie is perfect for romantic dinners with tables ideally positioned for enjoying the sunset. Serving local fare, let the ocean breeze cool you down as you tuck into delicious prawn skewers and mouth-watering mezzes. There’s also an extensive wine list with some of the finest local options on the menu.

Craving something a little different? Macaroni will win you over with its Italian fare with stonebaked pizzas proving extremely popular. While, Mojito Bar is the place to go for pre-dinner cocktails with its sophisticated drinks menu and marina vistas.

With many of its hotels overlooking the sand, Sani’s elongated shoreline is the resort’s starring attraction, which is hardly surprising with its sought-after Blue Flag. The waters are shallow and gentle, making it a hit with families, while the beach club is bound to keep older holidaymakers happy late into the afternoon. It also comes armed with a choice of watersports and diving opportunities if you prefer active beach days. A little further along you’ll find Siviri, which comes with its own beach. Surrounded by emerald hills, this good-sized shore is a great alternative, especially with its pier housing a selection of seafood eateries. Plus, the sunset here is worth staying for.

Days in Sani are a low-key affair with a beach club and shoreline promising tranquility, but if you’re itching to explore Greece further, your green surroundings are the place to start with trails stretching for miles. However, if your idea of staying active is browsing the many designer shops which sit nestled on the marina, then this is also an option.

Sani Festival: It may come as a surprise, but Sani actually has its own festival. For over 27 years, people have been flocking to Sani Hill, the event’s core where you’ll find a medieval tower, the perfect backdrop to any performance. Uniting people through their love of music with a range of genres setting the tone from jazz, classical, Cuban rhythm and opera, it’s a truly diverse spectacle. Starting at the beginning of July and running well into August, it’s a must attend if you’re heading to the resort during its peak summer months. Tickets are required, so we suggest booking in advance if you want to be a part of the yearly action.

Spend the day in Thessaloniki: Whether you rent a car or hop on a bus, Thessaloniki is just 90 minutes away from Sani. If you’ve come here to explore its 3000-year-old history, a trip to this sprawling city will be worth it with its plethora of sightseeing opportunities. Among its ancient discoveries, you’ll find Roman Agora, the Arch of Galerius and the Byzantine Baths as well as a collection of museums with the Cinema Museum of Thessaloniki proving popular among tourists. Traditional tavernas and olive oil shops give you a glimpse into its culinary past if you decide to head to its charming Ladadika District. Or, you can always wander the antique streets of Ano Poli, one of its oldest areas. Although a walkable city, it may be hard to squeeze in its impressive collection of churches, 15 of which have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.