Ereikoussa has a much better accommodation selection than its small size might suggest. Visitors can choose between a traditional family hotel near Porto Beach, a five-suite adults-only boutique hotel, apartments with swimming pools and self-contained villas overlooking the sea. Almost all accommodation is positioned around Porto and the southern half of the island. This is…
Antikythera is not a conventional Greek beach destination. There are no long resort beaches, organised rows of sunbeds or beach clubs. Instead, the island has a small collection of rocky coves, pebble beaches and exceptionally clear water, surrounded by a rugged landscape that remains largely undeveloped. That makes its coastline particularly appealing to travellers who…
Othonia has one of the wildest coastlines in the Diapontian Islands. Its beaches range from the convenient harbour shore at Ammos to isolated western coves beneath steep white cliffs. The island’s most famous beach, Aspri Ammos, is normally reached only by boat. Several other beaches are similarly remote, making local sea conditions an important part…
Mathraki’s coastline is dominated by one exceptional beach. Portelo runs along much of the island’s eastern shore, providing a long stretch of sand and shallow water close to the harbour at Plakes. It is the easiest and most suitable beach for most visitors. The western and southern coasts are quite different. Here, small beaches and…
Ereikoussa is the northernmost of the three inhabited Diapontian Islands northwest of Corfu. Covering only a few square kilometres, it has no famous archaeological sites, large museums or conventional sightseeing circuit. Its appeal lies instead in sandy beaches, wooded walking paths, small settlements and the peaceful atmosphere of an island largely untouched by mass tourism….
Mathraki is the smallest and southernmost of the three inhabited Diapontian Islands northwest of Corfu. The island has no major archaeological sites, organised attractions or busy resort villages. Its appeal lies in its long sandy beach, green interior, walking paths, tiny harbours and peaceful settlements. Most visitors arrive at Plakes on the eastern coast. From…
Kastos is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Ionian Sea and one of those places where doing less is really the point. The island lies south of Kalamos and opposite the mainland coast near Mytikas. It has just one settlement, Kastos village, and the Municipality of Lefkada describes it as the smallest inhabited…
Kalamos is one of the quieter inhabited islands of the Ionian Sea, lying between Lefkada, Meganisi, Kastos and the mainland coast of western Greece. Mountainous, heavily forested and surrounded by clear water, it offers a very different experience from the larger Ionian holiday islands. There are no major resorts or long lists of organised attractions…
Paxos combines colourful harbour villages, olive-covered countryside and a coastline that changes dramatically from east to west. Sheltered waterfront settlements face the Greek mainland, while the western shore reveals steep cliffs, sea caves and striking rock formations. Also known as Paxi, this small Ionian island suits visitors who enjoy swimming, walking and unhurried village evenings….
Kythira rewards visitors who look beyond the beach. Positioned south of the Peloponnese, the island combines Venetian castles, whitewashed villages, old watermills and a coastline of rocky swimming coves and open bays. Also written as Kythera, it is traditionally associated with the Ionian Islands, although its location gives it a character distinct from Corfu or…
Many of the best things to do in Zakynthos revolve around taking a boat tour. Cruise around coastal highlights such as the famous shipwreck beach at Navagio along with the luminous Blue Caves. Look for endangered loggerhead sea turtles at Cameo Island, too. Take a private or small-group day trip to see the island’s outdoor…
The best beaches in Ithaca combine pale pebbles, clear water and green hillsides. Some are convenient for a short swim near Vathy, while others require a walking approach or a planned boat outing. This is an island where access matters. A beach that looks close on a map may involve a steep descent, and neighbouring…