Corfu

Corfu - Ionian Islands (Greece)

Corfu (Kerkyra or Korfoe or Corfoe) is a beautiful Greek island in the Ionian sea You can come here by airplane, but also easily by car and boat, via Italy. We have traveled there both ways, once by plane and twice we came by car and boat! Either option is worth repeating.

When approaching Corfu by boat, we saw before us beautiful green everywhere are many trees that reach to the sea. The picturesque villages on the coast, surrounded by green trees,  gave the island an enchanting appearance.

There is so much to see and do on Corfu. We advise you to rent a car and drive around the beautiful countryside, along the fantastic beaches, through the wooded mountains and the scenic villages.

Concerning Corfu town; Corfu town is incredible, and one of the nicest and most beautiful towns in Greece. The spectacular forts, houses in Venetian style, impressive squares, narrow alleys and terraces, leave you with unbelievable memories.

When you are on Corfu, don’t forget to visit the Achillion Palace of Princess Sissi and Kanoni - a place which overlooks the most picturesquely situated church on Corfu and the "mouse island" (Pontikonisi).

Activities on Corfu

Corfu is an island where can create your own vacation. You can sunbathe on the beaches or be actively engaged. With an 18-hole golf course, a number of horseriding schools, various tennis clubs, a cricket tradition which dates back to the early 18th century (regular competitions are held on the field in the center of town), hiking trails, mountain bike trails, and water sports such as diving, sailing and surfing, Corfu offers all kind facilities for sports-minded guests.

Hospitable Corfu

For the locals of Corfu, hospitality is a way of life. The table is covered with food for any guest, there is always a salute to the passer-by and a warm welcome to those who walk in the village. The Corfians are friendly. They love having fun and are willing to make a party of the smallest gathering. The local cuisine exploits the best that nature has to offer, including plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables and seafood.

Nightlife in Corfu

Nights on Corfu come alive, especially in the entertainment district, near the new port in Corfu Town. There are bars and good nightclubs. Everybody is entertained until the early hours of the morning. If you prefer a more quiet evening, there are many seaside taverns, where the only sound is caused by the waves of the sea and the "clink" of glasses (and...jamas!). The nights in Corfu are shining. The sky is filled with stars that seems so bright. There is also another place with a viibrant nightlife, located on the south of Corfu - the famous Kavos.

How to get on Corfu?

1. First of all by airplane
2. By ferry from Italy
3. By ferry from Igoumenitsa (Epirus)
4. In the summer months, Corfu is also connected with other Ionian Islands.

Paxos - Ionian Islands (Greece)

Paxos or Paxi and Antipaxos are two small islands south of Corfu and west of the Greek mainland, Epirus. Paxos covers an area of 18 sq. kilometers (7 sq. miles) and has about 2.5k permanent residents.

It is a very green island full of olive trees and pines, sea caves, traditional villages and quiet beaches. Paxos is located about ten kilometers (6.2 mi) from Corfu and 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) from the coast of Epirus.

By boat, the island is accessible from various ports of Corfu and Epirus. Paxos has an elongated shape. The east coast is very steep with many high cliffs and caves, while the west coast is flatter.

The eastern part is the most impressive part of the island. Although Paxos has few inhabitants, it is very crowded in the summer. The international jet set has discovered the island, and several wealthy people and celebrities vacation here. Some have bought vacation homes here. Angelina Jolie, Keanu Reeves, Julia Roberts and Pamela Anderson are among the celebrities who have discovered the island.

The beaches on Paxos are similar, large or small, they are generally white pebble beaches with clear turquoise water. On the island are many beautiful beaches, these are often not accessible by car but rather by boat. Therefore it is not a bad idea to rent a small boat and sail around the island at your leisure. The length of coastline the entire island is just 20 kilometers (12 miles), which is so easy to do.

ANTIPAXOS (ANTIPAXI)

Antipaxos island: Antipaxos (Antipaxi) like Paxos is a beautiful green island. It is located about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) from Paxi. The islet is practically uninhabited and claims it has about 50 permanent residents. The few hamlets are only visited in the summer. The most beautiful beaches are those of Voutoumi and Vrika. These are the beaches where the tourist boats stop to let the tourists swim. The colors are beautiful and in harmony: white beaches, turquoise waters, a fine-lined coast in combination with the clear blue Greek sky makes everything look magical.

Η Κέρκυρα είναι νησί της Ελλάδας στο Ιόνιο Πέλαγος. Βρίσκεται στην είσοδο της Αδριατικής Θάλασσας, κοντά στις ακτές της Ηπείρου. Οι βορειοανατολικές της ακτές βρίσκονται περίπου 2 χιλιόμετρα από τις ακτές των Αγίων Σαράντα της Αλβανίας. Αποτελείται από τρεις Δήμους: Δήμος Βόρειας Κέρκυρας με έδρα την Αχαράβη, Δήμος Κεντρικής Κέρκυρας και Διαποντίων Νήσων με έδρα την Κέρκυρα, που περιλαμβάνει και τα μικρότερα νησιά Οθωνοί, Ερεικούσσα και Μαθράκι^[1] και Δήμος Νότιας Κέρκυρας με έδρα τη Λευκίμμη.

Οι Παξοί και οι Αντίπαξοι είναι νησιά των Επτανήσων, στο Ιόνιο Πέλαγος. Βρίσκονται 7 μίλια νότια της Κέρκυρας, σε απόσταση 8 μιλίων από τις Ηπειρωτικές ακτές  και διοικητικά ανήκουν στην Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Κέρκυρας. Πρωτεύουσα των Παξών είναι ο γραφικός Γάιος ο οποίος προστατεύεται φυσικά από δύο νησάκια, την Παναγιά και τον Άγιο Νικόλαο. Άλλοι οικισμοί των Παξών είναι η Λάκκα και ο Λογγός. Ο πληθυσμός σύμφωνα με την απογραφή του 2021 είναι 2.419 κάτοικοι και η έκτασή του 25,322 τ.χλμ.