Skiathos is packed with pine forests, archaeological ruins, and terrific beaches. Perfect for those who demand high standards, it has long been a premier destination for cosmopolitan travelers, particularly those on yachts and sailboats cruising the Mediterranean. The island has 60 superb beaches, among which Koukounariés or Golden Sand i. Koukounariés beach is also famous for its lush pine forest- whose needles “touch” the water offering unique natural shade- and Strofiliá, a rare wetland nestling amidst the pine forest, which has been declared a protected area due to its enormous ecological value.