"Moving to Skopelos for Marine Life"

"Moving to Skopelos for Marine Life"," As a marine biologist, I was first drawn to the National Sporades Marine Park. The marinelife reserve which first attracted my attention is actually centred on neighbouring Alonnisos and her surrounding islets. And Skiathos, with its airport, rather too busy. Indeed; Skopelos is off the beaten track, but not too remote. And it is modern and cosmopolitan, but has kept its traditional character. The islands of the Cyclades have much allure, but few trees. Skopelos has it just right. And with trails throughout these lush hills and valleys, the walking and cycling is superb. Skopelos has a fabulous, varied coastline of sweeping beaches and rugged cliffs. Sand makes for poor visibility, as well as attracting the tourist hordes. This varied underwater habitat means a greater range of beasties, with; sea urchins, squid, Octopi and dozens of fish species frequently seen. The marine park is a short boat ride away. The warm seas of the Mediterranean are often strangely lacking in seabirds, but here in the Sporades they are impressive, with the effortless flying of the shearwaters being especially so. Skopelos has a little of it all. From 1400 Greek islands I chose Skopelos. I didn't have to. LEARN SOMETHING NEW AND EXCITING