Corfu Holidays

Corfu: Introduction

Holiday-makers have been flocking to the warm Mediterranean climes and picturesque beaches of Corfu for at least 130 years. Whether you’d like to follow in the footsteps of the legendary nymphs and swim in citrus-scented blue waterfalls, relax under the sun on white powdery sands, or party until the early hours of the morning, a holiday to Corfu offers something for everyone.

Located off the north-west coast of mainland Greece, Corfu has some of the most romantic villages and beautiful beaches of all of the Ionian Islands. With heavy winter rainfall, twice that of London, the Corfu landscape is lush and green, and surrounded by sparkling blue waters. With so many cheap holidays to Corfu available, holiday-makers can now explore every inch of the Greek island.

Corfu Town is one of the most fascinating cities in Greece, as Countess Flaburiari commented: ‘Corfu Town is Venice and Naples, a touch of France and more than a dash of England, apart of course from being Greek.’ With a mix of old tavernas, new cafes, discos and shops of every kind, Corfu Town lies protected between two ancient fortresses. A wide range of both catered and self-catered accommodation in the city makes it a great option for any culture vultures looking for a cheap Corfu holiday.

Nature lovers will enjoy wandering off the beaten track to the west of the island, with wild and unspoilt countryside. Corfu is also an ideal location for a low-cost walking holiday, with a 222km long distance footpath covering the full length of the island. There are the stunning cliffs and coves of Paleokastritsa to be explored, with the cool scented slopes of Mount Pandokrator in the north rewarding climbers with panoramic views of Corfu, mainland Greece, Albania and even Italy on a clear day.

If you’re looking for excellent nightlife and sand-filled shores, look no further than the non-stop resort life of Sidari or Kavos. With clubs, bars, pubs and both English and traditional restaurants, this bustling resort is ready to entertain you at every hour of the day. Make sure you try the ‘Tsitsibeera’; a ginger beer style drink that combines both Greek and British influences.

For a more relaxed package holiday to Corfu, visit the village resort of Roda on the northern coast. A traditional fishing village atmosphere still exists at the heart of this attractive resort, with locals and tourists happily mixing in the various bars and excellent Corfiot restaurants.

History buffs will not be able to resist the village Knyopiastes, just 10 km from Corfu Airport. Here you’ll find the only museum of the island, devoted to the olive tree, alongside 17th to 19th century mansions and Agia Parakevi, a 17th century monastery. And for those looking for the very best in fine dining, Knyopiastes is the home to the famous restaurant Trypas, which has hosted royals from both Greece and England, plus Hollywood stars such as Jane Fonda.

Check our Hot Offer holidays section for cheap package holidays to Corfu to start looking forward to a sunshine getaway now, or browse our range of Corfu villas and Corfu cheap flights to tailor your own perfect holiday.

Other Greek holiday destinations available
Crete,  Kefalonia,  Kos,  Lefkas,  Preveza,  Rhodes,  Skiathos and Zante