If your 2022 holidays in Laganas are all about the sesh then you’ll want to visit in the summer season and watch out for DJ listings popping up. There are some fun traditional events throughout the year too if that’s more your speed. Check these out:

• Aprokreas (February) - In the run-up to Lent, the island comes alive for three weeks of carnivals with parades, theatre, dance, and music.

• Easter (April) - The most important religious event in Greece, with processions and feasts all round.

• Christos Negkas Cinema (May-October) - The much-loved open-air cinema opens its doors for a season of films in the warm summer breeze.

• Party season (May-September) - All the clubs open and the mayhem begins, with live shows and parties every week.

• Panigiria (July/August) - For a more traditional style of party, look out for summer Panigiri events, where locals celebrate saints with performances, crafts, and feasting.

• GEM Fest (August) - A long-awaited celebration of electronic music comes to Keri Beach for three days of festival fun.

• Agios Dionysios celebrations (August and December) - Three days of religious processions and feasting happen twice a year to honour the island’s patron saint Dionysios, in spectacular Greek Orthodox fashion.

Holidays in Laganas are known for party vibes that you can find at beach and pool parties by day, then on the strip at night. Here’s a little taste of what to expect:

• Infinity Beach Club - This club takes you from day to night on the sands, with quality cocktails and DJs.

• Cherry Bay - The most buzzing bar on the strip where the party doesn’t stop ‘til 8am on the weekends.

• Rescue Club - A huge superclub that puts on big-name acts throughout the season.

• The Summertime Rock Pub - Exactly what it says on the tin! Rock out with cocktails in a friendly atmosphere.

• Bar Fantasy - A colourful bar for all ages with tasty cocktails and nightly karaoke.

The Mediterranean diet is famed for its health benefits, but you won’t be stuck with a plain salad on your Laganas holidays! Along with the classic Greek treats like gyros and feta, you’ll find tasty local dishes like these:

• Kouneli Stifado - The island’s version of the hearty stew is made with rabbit and wine.

• Ladotyri - Hard cheese made with goat’s and sheep’s milk, with a salty and spicy flavour.

• Mantolato - A sweet snack of nougat flavoured with almonds and honey, often eaten during the carnival season.

• Frigania - Like a creamy tiramisu, but with lemon instead of coffee flavours.

These are our favourite places to feast like a local:

• The Isles Greek Tavern & Restaurant - One of our favourite beachside eateries, serving the freshest fish and traditional recipes.

• Brusco Kitchen & Bar - The modern food and decor make this a perfect pick for a date by the beach, with loads of vegan options too.

• Panos - Take the family to one of the restaurant’s famous Greek nights where you’ll be entertained and plied with authentic dishes.

• Sizzlebang House - The best gyros on the island, you heard it here first!