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. Plan the whole trip … 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. Plan the whole trip with Greece … Read more
Kalami Corfu is an exceptionally picturesque bay on the north-east coast, famous as the place where writer Lawrence Durrell lived, in the White House, and loved for its white-pebble beach, turquoise water and relaxed charm, about 30 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the beach, the White House, the dining and how to visit. … Read more
San Stefanos Corfu, or Agios Stefanos Avliotes, is a spacious and serene resort on the north-west coast, renowned for its huge golden sandy beach, shallow safe water and relaxed atmosphere, about 45 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the beach, the atmosphere, the facilities and how to visit. Note this is the north-west San … Read more
Arillas Corfu is a wonderfully laid-back resort on the north-west coast, with a long, sandy, family-friendly beach, locally run tavernas and a genuine village feel, about 38 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the beach, the relaxed atmosphere, the activities and how to visit this unspoilt corner. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. … Read more
Corfu Easter is widely regarded as the most spectacular in Greece, famous for the pot-throwing tradition on Holy Saturday, when thousands of clay pots are hurled from balconies, alongside solemn processions, philharmonic bands and Resurrection fireworks. This guide covers the pot throwing, the Holy Week traditions, where to watch and tips for visiting. Plan the … Read more
The Durrells in Corfu tells the story of the real Durrell family, who lived on the island during the interwar years and inspired Gerald Durrell’s My Family and Other Animals and the hit ITV series. This guide covers the family’s story, the TV filming locations such as Kalami, Danilia and Corfu Town, and how to … Read more
The Corfu cruise port sits at the New Port, about 1.5 to 2 kilometres from the historic centre of Corfu Town. With a UNESCO Old Town, two fortresses and scenic Kanoni all close by, it makes a rewarding day in port. This guide covers getting from the terminal to town, the best things to do … Read more
Corfu diving offers clear, warm Ionian water full of reefs, walls, caverns and wrecks, with PADI dive centres around Paleokastritsa and the north-east coast. From first-time discovery dives to deeper exploration, the island suits all levels. This guide covers the best dive sites, the dive centres, what you can see and when to go. Plan … Read more