The Halkidiki peninsula: finding sanctuary in Greece

Sani Resort on the Halkidiki peninsula is a haven of tranquillity, says Jasper Spires

Beach with pine trees
A peaceful spot on Halkidiki’s coastline
(Image credit: © Sani Resort)

Sani Resort on the Halkidiki peninsula in mainland Greece sits on seven kilometres of shimmering beachfront. Every evening, I let the waves lap my feet while watching the sun set on the mountains in the distance, twinkling off the water. The country may be best known for its salads, islands and rich cultural heritage, but less well known is the tranquillity to be had in this gorgeous slice of northern Greece.

I stayed at Sani Club, one of the five hotels dotted around the resort. It was the first to be constructed when the property was bought from the local monks at the monastery of Stavronikitas, and guests will be happy to know that the hotel still offers something of a religious experience, albeit of a rather different nature. Floor-to-ceiling windows, soft sheets, a bath almost deep enough to swim in – it is, all in all, an ideal base from which to explore.

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Jasper Spires

Jasper is a former writer for the MoneyWeek and he wrote on an array of topics including travel, investing in crypto and bitcoin, as well as cars. Previous to that he freelanced at The Art Newspaper, PORT Magazine and The Spectator. Jasper is currently a freelance writer at FAD magazine and he has an English literature degree from the University of Exeter, and a Master's degree from UCL.