Skopelos is often spoken of as a forest island, and in fact 80% of the surface is covered by dense pine forest, extending down to a coastline of little bays and harbours, and beaches of almost indescribable beauty. The soil of the island is rich and fertile and farming continues to be very important here; Skopelos is famed for its wine, among the best in Greece. Panormos, Stafylos, Agnontas, Elios, Milia, Aghios Yiannis, Perivoli, Limnonari, Kastani, Glysteri, Loutraki, Mourtias, and Armenopetra are some of the island's finest beaches.

There are comfortable hotels and rented rooms in many parts of the island, of a standard to satisfy even the most demanding visitor. Skopelos has retained its authentic island character, with the whitewashed houses and picturesque cobbled streets. The old town of Skopelos has been declared a traditional community, protected by law from unsuitable development, and is an important part of our national cultural heritage.