Sani Resort is a sprawling 1,000-acre resort located on the Kassandra peninsula in Greece. It is a popular destination for families, couples, and groups of friends. The resort is home to five hotels, each with its unique personality. There are also a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, spas, and activities to keep guests entertained.

One of the things that makes Sani Resort so special is its setting. The resort is surrounded by nature, including a 1,000-acre ecological reserve, 7km of Blue-flagged sandy beaches, over 20km of forest trails, and 270 acres of wetlands. Guests can explore the area’s natural beauty on foot, bike, or boat.

Sani Resort also has a variety of world-class academies, including the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre, Chelsea Football Academy, and Bear Grylls Survival Academy. These academies offer guests the opportunity to learn new skills and have fun in a safe and supportive environment.

In addition to its natural beauty and world-class amenities, Sani Resort is also known for its excellent service. The staff is friendly and attentive and always willing to help guests make the most of their stay.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing beach vacation, an active adventure vacation, or a family-friendly vacation, Sani Resort has something to offer everyone.

Here are some of the specific things that guests can do at Sani Resort:

• • Relax on one of the resort’s many beaches.
  • Swim in the Aegean Sea.
  • Sani Beach resort swimming.
  • Explore the resort’s natural surroundings on foot, bike, or boat.
  • Play tennis at the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre.
  • Play football at the Chelsea Football Academy.
  • Learn survival skills at the Bear Grylls Survival Academy.
  • Get pampered at one of the resort’s spas.
  • Sani Resort Spa.
  • Shop at the resort’s designer stores.
  • Dine at one of the resort’s many restaurants, which serve a variety of cuisines from around the world.
  • Sani Resort restaurant
  • Enjoy live entertainment at the resort’s bars and nightclubs.
  • Sani Resort nightclub.
  • Attend one of the resort’s many events, such as concerts, festivals, and sporting events.

Sani Resort is a truly unique and unforgettable vacation destination. It is the perfect place to relax, have fun, and create lasting memories.

Discovering Halkidiki

Spring is already bursting into bloom across the Halkidiki peninsulas, one of the most sought-after holiday destinations on the mainland of Greece. As most of northern Europe and the eastern USA battle with storms, this verdant region is full of the sunny, verdant promises of the new season.

Like many people, my experience of Greece is defined by city breaks to Athens and summer island hopping. The beaches and forests of the mainland had remained relatively unknown. Yet that all changed when I flew to Thessaloniki, the second city of Greece, to visit the Sani Resort.

Arriving in Thessaloniki

Despite its long history, this booming city looks relatively new. Much of the historic center was destroyed in the great fire of 1917. Yet the city is still a wonderful destination – it is buzzing! It has a wonderful cocktail and dining scene and lots of beautiful independent stores and boutiques.

Sani Resort is only a 40-minute transfer from Thessaloniki airport, which is usually included in your holiday at Sani. I decided to extend my visit with a night in the city of Thessaloniki as I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to discover more of the city.

The drive to Sani is pretty straightforward on highways that whisk you to the first of Halkidiki’s smaller peninsulas, called Kassandra. The other two peninsulas, like fingers dipping into the sea, are Sithonia and also Athos (the last is a closed community of monks and is considered an independent state).

As you approach the resort, you are greeted by stunning views of the Aegean Sea and the lush green hills of Kassandra. The resort itself is incredibly well-maintained and has a very Mediterranean feel to it. There are five different hotels to choose from, each with its unique personality. I stayed at the Sani Beach Hotel, which is located right on the beach and has stunning views of the sea.

Sani Resort

Sani Resort is a large resort located on the Kassandra peninsula in Greece. It is a popular destination for families, couples, and groups of friends. The resort is home to five hotels, each with its unique personality. There are also a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, spas, and activities to keep guests entertained.

Here is a brief overview of each hotel:

• Sani Beach: This is the largest hotel in the resort and is located right on the beach. It is a popular choice for families and couples. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, and activities to keep guests entertained.

 

• Sani Club: This is a more secluded hotel located at the far end of the resort. It is surrounded by nature and has stunning views of the Aegean Sea. The hotel is a popular choice for couples and adults who are looking for a relaxing vacation.

• Sani Dunes: This is a modern hotel that is located close to the Sani Marina. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, and activities to keep guests entertained. Sani Dunes is a popular choice for couples and families with older children.

• Sani Asterias: This is a family-friendly hotel that is located close to Sani Beach. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, and activities to keep guests entertained. Sani Asterias is a popular choice for families with younger children.

• Porto Sani: This is a small hotel that is located in the Sani Marina. The hotel has a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops. Porto Sani is a popular choice for couples and adults who are looking for a relaxing vacation.

Sani Resort Dining

Sani Resort is a world-class resort located on the Kassandra peninsula in Greece. It is a popular destination for families, couples, and groups of friends. The resort is home to five hotels, each with its unique personality. There are also a variety of restaurants, bars, pools, spas, and activities to keep guests entertained.

Dining

Sani Resort offers a wide variety of dining options, from casual to fine dining. Restaurants are serving a variety of cuisines, including Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, and Asian. There are also several bars and cafes, where guests can enjoy a drink and a snack.

Specialty Restaurants

Sani Resort has several specialty restaurants, including:

• • Sani Marina: This restaurant offers a modern take on Greek cuisine. The menu features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

• • Sani Asterias: This restaurant offers a traditional Greek taverna experience. The menu features classic Greek dishes, such as moussaka and souvlaki.

• • Sani Dunes: This restaurant offers a Mediterranean fusion menu. The menu features dishes from Greece, Italy, Spain, and France.

• • Porto Sani: This restaurant offers a seafood restaurant. The menu features fresh, locally-caught seafood.

Having meals with kids

Sani Resort is a great place to bring children. Several restaurants offer special menus for children. The menus are designed to be both healthy and delicious.

Sani’s Farm-to-Table Approach

Sani Resort is committed to using fresh, local ingredients in its restaurants. Over 60% of the produce used in the resort’s restaurants comes from within 100 miles of the resort. The resort also has its own herb and vegetable gardens, which the chefs use daily.

Not all-inclusive Sani Resort. Although there is also the full-board option, which includes all meals, there were fewer restaurants that provided the full-board menus. I would advocate having the freedom to eat anywhere you like, but of course, this is more expensive. Alcohol was especially pricey in Greece compared to non-resort locations.

There were some very exceptional, must-visit eateries, like Lima for modern Peruvian food. For Japanese cuisine, including excellent sushi, there is Katsu, and Stephanie Le Quellec’s outstanding Over Water restaurant has two Michelin stars. David Ibarboure and Ettore Botrini each have one Michelin star for their work at “El Puerto” and “Fresco,” respectively.

Each hotel has an a la carte option as well as more kid-friendly buffet breakfasts, and the quality was superb.

Lunch options include quick eats at any of the all-day eating establishments or in the marina.

Sani has developed a highly user-friendly smartphone app that enables you to log in with your booking reservation credentials and explore all the restaurants before making appointments. At first, the large number of options may appear daunting, but Sani has built it. You may do the same with all athletic events using the app.

Family Time

The Porto Sani, Sani Beach, and Sani Club all provide complimentary accommodations for children, placing families at the center of Sani Resort’s opulent amenities. Along with offering complimentary luxury goods and exciting activities for children ages 0-12, the resort also makes sure that parents and kids can have time apart by providing private nanny services, crèches, a kids club, and seaside childcare. At Sani Marina, older children between the ages of 12 and 17 have access to a special area where they may socialize, explore new things to do, and have some autonomous fun.

Sani’s free “Babewatch team” that watched over visitors’ children in the shallows so that parents may have 30 minutes to themselves to enjoy the beaches struck me as particularly inventive.

Another excellent feature is the free provision of baby gear, in-room amenities, strollers, etc., allowing parents to travel light.

On the menu are activities like scuba diving, canoeing, cooking, or dance, as well as courses offered by Academies like the Bear Grylls Academy, where students may acquire survival skills. The resort includes a specialized Little Guests staff, as well as physicians and emergency healthcare, so parents can feel at ease about their children’s safety.

Experiences

Sani Resort makes the most of its beachfront setting by offering a wide variety of water activities as well as Aegean boat trips. Ten kilometers of woodland paths are also available for bikers and walkers, and five spas provide rejuvenating and calming services.
In addition to this, Sani Resort offers a dedicated VIP Services Team that will arrange specialized excursions to meet the particular demands of your family, whether it be a boat cruise or private dining.

Academies

The sports academies in general, the Rafa Nadal Tennis Academy, the Chelsea Football Club Academy, and the Bear Grylls Survival Academy, as well as a fitness center, yoga on the beach, and mountain biking through the forest, are without a doubt the main draws.

The Survival Academy of Bear Grylls

 

Some elite athletes will attend the academies this summer:

Tennis Academy of Rafa Nadal

The Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca is led by former Rafa Nadal coach Toni Nadal, who will be at Sani Resort from May 1 to May 5. He will oversee all of the courts at the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre every day, as well as be available to guests for autographs and conversation. He will also be sharing his invaluable expertise and experience with them.

From July 8 through July 15, Carlos Moya, who is currently Rafa Nadal’s coach and the tennis director at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca, will serve as the center’s head coach and impart the knowledge and strategies that have helped Rafa win a record-breaking 22 Grand Slam men’s singles titles.

Football Academy at Chelsea

Ashley Cole will be at Sani Resort from July 21 to July 30. He will make special appearances at the Chelsea Football Academy, where he will supervise the football courts, offer guidance, and autograph t-shirts for our visitors.

Sani Festival 2022 | Andrea Bocelli Concert

The beloved Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli gave an outstanding performance on August 20 as Sani Festival, which was celebrating its 30th year, came to an end. Thessaloniki’s State Symphony Orchestra, the dulcet tones of @athenamusic, @crispasaroiu, and @alikimusic, along with Bocelli’s superb voice, provided the ideal cap to the summer’s celebrations as he serenaded the night sky from Sani Hill.

Sani Festival 2023

 

Recognition and awards

Sani has without doubt set the standard for luxury family holidays and this has been recognised with a wealth of awards including:

• World’s Leading Family and Beach Resort 2022– World Travel Awards
• World’s Leading Luxury Green Resort 2022- World Travel Awards
• Sustainability Hero of the Year 2022- TTG Luxury Travel Awards

Here are some reviews of Sani Beach from 5 world newspapers and tour operators:

• The Telegraph (UK): “Sani Beach is a luxurious resort with everything you could need for a perfect holiday. The beaches are stunning, the facilities are top-notch, and the service is impeccable.”
• The New York Times (USA): “Sani Beach is a great choice for families, couples, and groups of friends. There’s something for everyone at this resort, from the beautiful beaches to the wide variety of activities.”
• The Guardian (UK): “Sani Beach is a stunning resort with a great location. It’s close to all the major attractions in Halkidiki, but it’s also secluded enough to feel like a world away.”
• The Sydney Morning Herald (Australia): “Sani Beach is a great choice for those looking for a luxurious and relaxing holiday. The resort is beautifully landscaped, the beaches are pristine, and the staff is attentive.”
• Lonely Planet (UK): “Sani Beach is a popular resort with a great range of facilities. There are two beautiful beaches, a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops, and a wide range of activities and excursions.”

Overall, Sani Beach is a great choice for a luxury beach holiday. It has everything you need for a perfect vacation; the service is top-notch. However, it can be expensive and crowded in peak season.

For a better presentation of the Sani Resort, were used publicly available clips from the Sani Resort YouTube channel @SaniResortOfficial

Vlatko Galabov