A Digital Detox at Ajul Resort: Halkidiki’s Haven for the Joy of Missing Out 

London, UK, 15 September 2025: With nearly one-third of UK solo travellers now actively disconnecting from social media on holiday, and 58% believing that relaxation-focused trips reduce stress and anxiety,* the desire for slower, more intentional travel continues to grow. Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Resort answers it with ease, inviting travellers to embrace the Joy of Missing Out, switch off, and retreat into the luxury of doing less. 

Easily reached via direct flights from multiple UK cities and just over an hour’s drive from Thessaloniki Airport, Ajul feels a world apart but remarkably accessible. Far removed from crowds of tourists, and surrounded by pine forest and the calming lull of the Aegean Sea, the resort offers an ultra-all-inclusive experience that prioritises ease over excess. Guests can choose from 166 guestrooms, bungalows and villas, many with private pools and tranquil garden settings, designed to offer generous spaces for silence, stillness, and quiet moments of togetherness. ​ 

Dining at the resort invites guests to slow down and savour the moment. Each of the three restaurants - Thimari, Ambrosia, and Infinity, offers a scenic setting and unhurried atmosphere, serving Greek, Mediterranean, and Italian cuisine thoughtfully prepared with seasonal ingredients. With open-air terraces at elevated vantage points, and layered with gentle acoustic performances, such as soft classical guitar, they provide the perfect backdrop for lingering dinners and uninterrupted sunset views. ​ 

Light snacks and refreshments are always within reach at the resort’s four bars and Sweet Corner, whether it’s a fresh juice before yoga or a cocktail by the pool - allowing guests to settle effortlessly into the resort’s gentle rhythm. 

Ajul offers a thoughtful blend of activity and stillness that aligns with the resort’s ethos of quiet restoration. Private sailing trips reveal hidden coves and turquoise inlets, while non-motorised watersports, including SUP, kayaking etc.offer immersive ways to explore the vibrant waters that define this coastline. Marine-loving travellers can also snorkel and dive at nearby dive sites to spot local species. ​ 

Back on land, guests can reconnect with Halkidiki’s scenic surroundings through activities that are both grounding and energising. Guided hikes trace pine forests, rocky hillsides and traditional villages, revealing shifting views of sea and sky, while mountain biking offers a more active way to explore, weaving through olive groves and shaded trails. Photography sessions with expert tutors invite guests to slow down and study the landscape - experimenting with framing, focus and light across Halkidiki’s layered terrain. Whether trekking, cycling, or simply observing, each experience offers a chance to engage more deeply with nature’s every detail. 

Epicureans can indulge their curiosity with sommelier-led wine and beer tastings, to sample Greek and international labels. For a more exclusive encounter or special occasions, travellers can embark on a private fishing and cooking excursion by boat, where a chef prepares the day’s catch in situ, transforming it into a relaxed sea-to-table meal shared on deck as the sun dips low. ​

As evening sets in, the resort shifts into soft celebration, with Weekly Themed Nights, such as the iconic Mythology Night, which brings ancient Greece to life through music and dance, to jazz-led soirées or playful disco evenings under the stars. 

As the energy softens, wellness lovers can slip into indulgent spa treatments at Ajul’s Spa, focusing on ancient Greek practices that make use of locally sourced olive oil, honey and shea butter to deliver deeply rejuvenating rituals. Guests can book a yoga or Pilates session to release tension in the body, or pay a visit to the nearby Thermal Spa of Agia Paraskevi, where mineral-rich spring waters, hammams, and hydromassage pools offer elemental restoration. 

For a limited time, guests can enjoy up to 30% off on stays with the Special Getaway Offer, and bag a free night for stays from four nights up with the One More Night in Paradise Offer, only available when booking directly at the resort’s website. 

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Notes to Editors 

*Source: Figs Research for the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO), UK Traveller Trends: Mindful Travel & the Joy of Missing Out, 2024. 

About Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Resort  

Tucked along the soft pebble beach and verdant greenery forests of Halkidiki, Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Report is a 5* property in complete harmony with the breathtaking beauty of its surrounding natural environment. Recently opened in 2023, and owned by ZEUS International Hotels and Resorts, the idyllic sanctuary presents an unparalleled escape into a world of tranquillity and holistic wellbeing, drawing inspiration from its lush atmosphere and natural thermal springs. Not just a destination, but a celebration of choice, the resort offers a personal touch of warm Greek hospitality. The resort offers guests a unique range of experiences across its three restaurants and six bars, four outdoor pools, two tennis courts, paddle court, basketball court, beach volleyball arena, sea-side yoga deck, adventure park and kids club! This year the hotel will debut an all-new waterparks featuring high-speed slides, dynamic water tunnels, a pool and sun deck, and aquatic kids play space. As a signature of the Zeus International brand, the hotel additionally presents original guest experiences inspired by the destination including expert-guided hikes, archery classes and mountain biking excursions. The resort’s state-of-the-art Aurora Spa invites guests to enjoy treatments inspired by the natural elements abound. As the first Registry Collection Hotel by Wyndham in Europe, the property promises a memorable stay in a picturesque setting, whether for romance, family, business, or relaxation. For more information please visit: https://www.ajulresort.com/.