About 5.000 people live on the 49 square km of Skiathos, settled along its 44 km long coastline. This leaves the green of the forested interior uninterrupted, as visitors as well as locals find it difficult to spare their attention for anything but this captivating coastline with its endless succession of beauteous sandy beaches. Cosmopolitan and picturesque Skiathos is a favorite equally among those who revel in vivid nightlife and those who seek relaxation.