The best things to do in Ithaca combine harbour walks, pebble beaches, mountain villages and archaeological discoveries. This small Ionian island is closely associated with Odysseus and the Odyssey, but its appeal also lies in the landscape: wooded slopes, sheltered bays and villages overlooking the sea. Vathy provides a convenient starting point, with museums, restaurants…
Othonia is the largest of the Diapontian Islands and the westernmost inhabited island in Greece. Located northwest of Corfu, it combines quiet villages, forested hills, remote beaches and a rugged western coastline shaped by the open Ionian Sea. The island is also known as Othonoi or Othoni. Its small permanent population and limited tourism infrastructure…
Ereikoussa has only a handful of named beaches, but it offers something increasingly difficult to find in the Ionian Islands: long stretches of sand without intensive resort development. The two principal beaches are Porto, beside the island’s harbour, and Bragini, on the quieter northern coast. Fyki, on the western side of the island, is better…
Eating on Antikythera is very different from eating on the larger Greek islands. There isn’t a waterfront lined with competing tavernas, nor a collection of fashionable restaurants to rank from first to tenth. Potamos has essentially two informal places to eat, serving an island with a tiny permanent population. That limitation is part of the…
Antikythera is one of the smallest and most isolated inhabited Greek islands. Lying between Kythira and Crete, it has none of the large resorts, busy shopping streets or organised sightseeing circuits found on better-known islands. What it does have is unusually rich history for such a small place. Antikythera gave its name to one of…
Kastos may be one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Ionian Sea, but it has a surprisingly attractive coastline. The island’s eastern coast contains a succession of small beaches and sheltered coves, while the western side is generally more rugged. Many beaches can be reached on foot, while others are easier to discover by…
The best beaches in Paxos range from sheltered bays beside Lakka to quiet stretches of white pebbles reached along paths through olive groves. Most are on the eastern coast, where smaller coves offer a gentler setting than the dramatic cliffs of the west. Paxos is primarily a pebble-beach destination. Clear water, wooded surroundings and attractive…
A Guide to the Best Experiences on Greece’s Greenest Island Introduction Nestled in the heart of the Ionian Sea, Corfu is a Greek island unlike any other. With its Venetian, French, and British influences, Corfu offers a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning natural beauty. Known for its lush landscapes, vibrant Old Town, and…
Kastos is one of the smallest inhabited islands in Greece, and its accommodation reflects that. This isn’t an island of large hotels, sprawling resorts or streets filled with holiday apartments. Accommodation on Kastos is extremely limited, which is one of the reasons the island retains such a quiet atmosphere. For most travellers who stay overnight,…
The best places to eat in Ithaca range from fish tavernas beside Vathy’s harbour to village restaurants exploring the island’s ingredients and cooking traditions. Location is a useful starting point when planning meals. Vathy offers convenient options for visitors staying in the south, while Kioni and Frikes suit a waterfront lunch during a northern excursion….
Antipaxos is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Ionian Sea, best known for the brilliant turquoise water surrounding Voutoumi and Vrika beaches. Thousands of visitors see Antipaxos on boat excursions from neighbouring Paxos and Corfu, but relatively few stay overnight. There’s a good reason for that. Antipaxos doesn’t have a conventional selection of…
It’s worth a visit for the location alone, but the food is average and pretty expensive compared to other places. The wine and cocktails are good though! In the heart of Lefkada, Gogo is a genuine value for money Greek tapas bar. The cornucopia of savory treats includes zucchini fritters, bite-sized minty meat balls and…