Corfu Island is a one of Greece's top destinations and attracts thousands of visitors every year. It is mountainous and located at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea. It has much to offer to the visitor: impressive landscapes, dense vegetation, many golden sandy beaches, an elegant capital, traditional villages, many Byzantine churches, museums, Venetians ruins and attractive resorts all over the island.

Corfu was one of the first islands in Greece to open itself to tourism and, due to a long experience, offers well organised services.

Corfu lies to the north of the Ionian sea at the entrance of Adriatic. It is the second largest island in the group known as the Seven Islands, or Eptanisa. Together with the small island of Paxi and others that are still smaller (Antipaxi, Othoni, Erikoussa, Mathraki), Corfu constitutes a separate prefecture.

It has an area of 592 sq. km, a coastline of 217 km and a population of over 100,000 making it the largest Ionian island in terms of population. Approximately 65% of the surface of the island is under cultivation and 59% of this area is covered with olives, cypress trees, citrus fruit trees, fruit trees and vineyards.

Olive oil is the chief product of the island which is considered to be among the best in Greece. The island also grows cumquat, the very small orange of Chinese derivation which is made into a sweet or a liquer. It's taste and aroma have made it a symbol of the island for tourists and is produced only in Corfu and nowhere else in Europe.

Its dense vegetation exists thanks to the mild climate of Corfu and to what is by Greek standards the high level of humidity. The summer heat is moderated by the humidity and the winters are mild.

The island can be reached by air from Athens (daily service from Athens airport and more than six flights a day during peak periods) or Europe. Ships go from Patras (132 nautical miles), Igoumenitsa (18 nautical miles) or Sagiada as well as from Italy (Bari, Brindizi, Ancona, Otranto) and the former Yugoslavia (Bar, Dubrovnik, Split). By road you can go from Athens or Thessaloniki by way of Igoumenitsa.

Corfu, is the most popular of the Ionian Islands. It is a very green island and a mixture of the civilizations that have passed through at various times. The town impresses and charms the visitor with its two forts, narrow streets, tall houses, arcades, Venetian-built Town Hall, church to Saint Spyridon, the island's patron saint, flower-filled gardens, and balconies with their superb wrought-iron fences.

Flooded with sights, Corfu is a small paradise on Earth. from Paleokastritsa to Kanoni, from the Achillion to Pontikonissi, from Sidari to Kavos and the northern coast, one will find crystal clear water, scenic coves, greenery and vegetation that 'sinks' into the deep blue sea. On this cosmopolitan island it is easy to combine relaxation with intense nightlife.

Hotels we recommend in Corfu Island

	MARBELLA HOTEL CORFU ISLAND ***** The resort complex is situated within a private olive grove on the emerald beach of Agios Ioannis Peristeron which boasts a European blue flag award for its crystal clear waters. It consists of six buildings and bungalows of Mediterranean architecture, all overlooking the beautiful coastline of Corf... room rates: on request
	CORFU PALACE HOTEL CORFU ISLAND ***** The Corfu Palace Hotel is an impressive and highly praised 5 star luxury establishment, based on the island of Corfu in Greece. room rates: on request
	BELVEDERE HOTEL CORFU ISLAND ***** This charming hotel, is situated in spectacularly elevated position overlooking the Ionian Sea. double room 113 EUR / night
	MESSONGHI BEACH HOTEL CORFU ISLAND ***** The Messonghi Beach is a hotel holiday complex whitch has been considerably extended over the last few years. Each year has seen the addition of extra amenities. all the accommodation buildings are laid out among flowers, gardens and lawns that run down to a long, safe, shallow beach. double room 98 EUR / night
	CORFU CLUB HOTEL CORFU ISLAND *** Situated only 8 km north of Corfu town, in delightful lush green surroundings, the Corfu Club provides all the prerequisites for a relaxing and pleasant stay. on request