"The islands tend to steal the limelight when it comes to Grecian beach breaks and there's good reason why people visit time and time again. But beyond their glittering shores is a mainland that's home to some of the country's most beautiful beaches, and some of its most sublime stays, too. Halkidiki, a three-pronged peninsula in the north, is just one example."
"On the third 'finger' you'll find Mount Athos - or the Holy Mountain - a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's home to 20 Orthodox monasteries and 2,000 monks (only men can visit). But scattered across the trident-like peninsula, you'll also find some of the country's most loved hotels - and notably, some exceptional options for families that, despite the cacophony of kids' chatter, can still feel like restful and restorative stays."
Mainland Greece, especially Halkidiki, provides beautiful beaches and high-quality hotels beyond the well-known islands. Halkidiki is a three-pronged peninsula in the north with Mount Athos on the third finger, a UNESCO World Heritage Site hosting 20 Orthodox monasteries and about 2,000 monks, where only men may visit. The peninsula contains many beloved hotels, including notable family-friendly properties that balance lively children’s activity with restful, restorative atmospheres. Travelers arrive via Thessaloniki, which offers a vibrant food and bar scene fueled by a large student population and merits a night or two for exploration.
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