Corfu camping is a relaxed, affordable way to enjoy the green island, with a handful of well-placed campsites near beaches at Roda, Dassia, Sidari and Paleokastritsa offering tent pitches, motorhome spots and cabins. This guide covers the main campsites, what to expect, costs and tips for camping on Corfu. Camping suits budget and outdoor-minded travellers, … Read more
A Corfu cooking class is a hands-on way to discover the island’s unique Venetian-influenced cuisine, often combining a local market visit, a country-house kitchen and an olive-oil tasting. No skills are needed. This guide covers what to expect, the dishes you cook, the experience and how to book. Cooking the island’s food is a delicious … Read more
Corfu olive oil is one of the island’s defining products, pressed from millions of ancient trees planted under Venetian rule and dominated by the local Lianolia variety. This guide covers the history of olive growing on Corfu, the famous groves, what makes the oil special, and the olive tours and tastings you can enjoy. The … Read more
Corfu cricket is one of the island’s most surprising traditions, a British legacy played on the Esplanade in the heart of Corfu Town since 1823 and the only place in Greece where the game still thrives. This guide covers the history, the British connection, the Esplanade pitch and where to watch a match. Cricket is … Read more
Corfu Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course set in the lush Ropa Valley, designed by Swiss architect Donald Harradine and known for its seven lakes, tree-lined fairways and mountain backdrop, about 14 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the course, its design, visitor information and how to play. The course brings golf … Read more
Gardiki Castle Corfu is a 13th-century Byzantine fortress on the southwestern coast, the south’s only surviving medieval castle, distinctive for its octagonal plan and eight towers. Always open and free to visit, it makes an atmospheric stop. This guide covers its history, architecture, what to see and how to visit. Gardiki is a fascinating historic … Read more
Lefkimmi Corfu is the largest and most traditional town of the south, divided by a picturesque canal lined with tavernas, with old mansions, churches and the historic Alykes salt pans, now a birdwatching reserve, about 40 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the canal town, the salt pans, the beaches and how to visit. … Read more
Perama Corfu is a green hillside resort just 7 kilometres south of Corfu Town, famous for the best views of Mouse Island and Vlacherna Monastery and linked to Kanoni by a pedestrian bridge. This guide covers the views, the beaches, the airport plane-spotting and how to visit this convenient, scenic resort. Perama is a scenic, … Read more
Kontokali Corfu is a sophisticated, convenient resort just north of Corfu Town, set beside the prestigious Gouvia Marina, with a Blue Flag beach and frequent buses to the capital only 8 kilometres away. This guide covers the marina, the beach, the dining and how to visit this relaxed yet cosmopolitan resort. Kontokali blends seaside village … Read more
Nissaki Corfu is a tranquil hideaway on the north-east coast, known for its crystal-clear turquoise water, small white-pebble coves and lush green hills, about 22 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the beaches, the dining, the water sports and how to visit this peaceful, scenic stretch of coast. Nissaki is a quiet, beautiful base … Read more