Nea Skioni is a coastal resort which is located in the southwest of the Kassandra peninsula in the area of Halkidiki. Nea Skioni has about 750 inhabitants and is located 7 kilometers southwest of the village of Chaniotis. Nea Skioni is surrounded by a pine forest suitable for making nice walks. The distance to Thessaloniki is about 110 kilometers. Nea Skioni is a tourist place which is not that old. The village dates from around 1918 when mountain people from the region went to the coast and settled here, and began to build fishing huts. Most residents came from the mountain village of Tsaprani which was completely abandoned in 1930. The remains of the abandoned village Tsaprani can still be visited.
The village of Nea Skioni ("new Skioni") is named after the ancient city Skioni that was founded by colonists from the Peloponnese in the 4th century BC. They returned from the Trojan War and wanted to spend the winter here. This ancient city was situated two kilometers southeast of the modern Nea Skioni itself and on the spot is now the Panagia Faneromeni church, where a marble icon of the Virgin Mary is kept and where wall paintings from the 16th century can be admired.
According to local tradition, the marble icon has been found floating in the sea. A fisherman in the village saw a light in the sea and thought that pirates had arrived. He quickly went to the village to warn the people. When the light was still there the next day and had come closer, the locals went to look at it and they found the icon with Mary on it. The residents were so impressed by the floating icon that they asked the Turkish commander to be allowed to build a church. The commander refused, and stamped his foot on the icon. The marble turned soft and the foot of the commander got stuck in it. He apologized, and let the people build a church. The first church was put on a hilltop to be safe against pirates, but every night the church was destroyed and the icon was found next to the sea. Then it was decided that the church was to be built on that spot. In the marble icon the footprint is still visible. It is said that it is the footprint of the Turkish commander, but is more likely that the piece was a marble pedestal for an older statue which was removed. Locals say that the icon weeps every time something bad is about to happen.
Nea Skioni has a nice sandy beach, partially equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas, and a harbor with colorful fishing boats and yachts. The port is one of the largest on the peninsula. For tourists there is ample choice of (mostly small) accommodations and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from. Around the port you particularly find many seafood restaurants. In the first weekend of August, the "sardine festival" is celebrated and lovers of this fish can then indulge themselves. The festival lasts for three days and the wine poured is donated by the municipality and is free.
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Set within a 5-minute walk from the beach of Nea Skioni, Triton Apartments offers air-conditioned apartments with free Wi-Fi and balcony overlooking the mountains and garden. A kitchenette with cooking facilities and dining area is included in all apartments at the Triton. Each has a seating area with TV and DVD player. The private bathroom comes with a shower.
The centre of Nea Skioni is within 300 metres. A bus stops 30 metres away. The lively Chanioti village is at a distance of 7 km. Free private parking is possible on site.
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Perched on a hill, just 230 metres from the beach, Villa Olga in Chalkidiki offers split-level accommodation with cooking facilities and free Wi-Fi in all areas. A super market is 2.5 km away. All air-conditioned apartments at Olga come with a balcony or patio. They include a living room with TV. A fridge, mini oven and coffee machine can be found in the kitchenette. The private bathroom features a shower and hairdryer. A DVD player can be provided on request.
Guests can relax in the furnished, stone-paved sun terrace set amidst a well-tended garden. Barbeque facilities are also provided. A washing machine can be used free of charge and outdoor showers are also available on site. Mola Kaliva village can be reached at 2.5 km. Nea Skioni Village and the Thermal Baths of Agia Paraskevi are at a distance of 10 km. Free private parking is available in the premises.
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Rahoni Cronwell Park Hotel is located in Nea Skioni in Chalkidiki, within a walking distance from the beach. It offers a rooftop bar with sea view and a pool with sun terrace.
Guest rooms are fitted with king-size beds and modern bathrooms. Each comes with free Wi-Fi, individual air conditioning and heating, TV with cable and satellite channels and safe. Their private balconies have views of the sea or forest.
Restaurant Skioni proposes European and Mediterranean cuisine, with available menus for children. In the 24-hour lobby bar you can enjoy drinks, tea or coffee. A daily free 5-o'clock tea and homemade cookies are offered. The open-air rooftop bar Panorama serves drinks and light meals. Guests can enjoy show cooking during the dinner buffet.
The spa area includes a hydromassage pool, 4 types of saunas and an and an infrared lounge area. The open-air gym is ideal for working out under the shade of pine trees. Aqua aerobics, beach volleyball and dancing lessons are also provided. Children's animation programs are available.
Hotel staff will be pleased to organize excursions to the most interesting places of Greece. A free shuttle bus transfer to Rahoni Cronwell Beach Bar is available and complimentary private parking is possible on site. The thermal baths of Agia Paraskevi are around 8 km away
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Located in a garden 30 metres from the sea of Nea Skioni in Kassandra, Stella Meri offers air-conditioned apartments with private balcony overlooking the Aegean Sea and the greenery. The nearest beach is 120 metres away. A kitchenette with cooking facilities, dining area and fridge is included in all apartments at the Stella Meri. Each has a seating area with flat-screen TV. A safety deposit box is included. Bathrooms are stocked with bathrobes.
Guests have free access to BBQ facilities in the garden. More facilities include a children's playground, while free WiFi is provided in communal areas. The centre of Nea Skioni is 2 km away. Guests are within 3 km from the thermal springs of Agia Paraskevi. Macedonia International Airport is at a distance of 105 km. Free private parking is available at the property.
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