Chalkidiki (also named as Halkidiki) is a peninsula in northern Greece south east of Thessaloniki city.
There are actually three prongs to the peninsula Kassandra, Sithonia and Mount Olympus, all bathed by the Aegean sea. Chalkidiki has something for everyone. There are more lively resorts for people who enjoy a slightly lively nightlife as well as quieter resorts for those looking to spend their time relaxing. The beaches of Chalkidiki are very popular and therefore, so are the water sports. Water sports available to you include windsurfing, surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, jet-skiing, water-skiing, paragliding or hiring a pedallo.
Unspoilt and uncrowded beaches are easy to find, especially in the quieter of the resorts. Accommodation is good with a number of self-catering apartments, villas and hotels on offer. Hotels in Chalkidiki offer half-board and all-inclusive and all accommodation ranges from 2-4-star with a few 5-star options available as well.
The nightlife in Chalkidiki caters for everyone with the larger towns, such as Kallithea, providing a vibrant nightlife which begins to liven up in the late evening and carries on until dawn. There are many very peaceful seaside resorts and villages , with beachside tavernas and restaurants, perfect for those wishing to spend a quiet evening overlooking the sea. There are also two Casinos for those who enjoy a little holiday flutter