If you are considering a break, then vacations in the island of Corfu are one of the greatest experiences you can want. Corfu is the second biggest island in the group known as the Ionian islands, and is located, of course, in the Ionian sea. There are loads of myths regarding Corfu, but the myth about Poseidon and a dazzling woman is perhaps the most dearest. It is claimed that Poseidon, the god of sea, fell in love with a fine woman, whom he kidnaped and married her on the island. After this he names the island after her.
This is one of the most sentimental areas in the country and a holiday destination where you will have all that you want from lovely beaches and the deep blue sea, up to mountains and magical landscape that make Corfu so dazzling. Give Corfu a try and you will enjoy a genuinely great time during your holidays in the Ionian sea.
Vacations in Greece are cheap and are excellent for visitors who may be on a budget. The island is ideal for couples and families, and offers all ranges of vacations. You will see a large number of history across the island as well as being able to lay in the sun, relax in the clear blue waters and lots of other entertaining and enjoyable things.
Reaching to Corfu is very easy. The airport on Corfu caters for regular charter flights from all across Europe during the summer months, as well as domestic flights from around Greece. There are also numerous ferry services to and from Corfu, and many hotels in Greece.
Once you are on Corfu you have to find a venue to stay. Corfu is home to lots of wonderful hotels and rooms, and you will easily be able to find a place to stay to suit both your requirements and budget. You can find a large range of quality hotel resorts, as well as independent rooms, studios and apartments and hotels.
If you like good-tasting cuisine, then Corfu is a perfect island to visit. The flavorful Greek food will send your taste buds into overdrive. You can choose from lots of tasty salads, fish and chicken, all prepared with virgin olive oil, one of the healthiest oils. Don't forget to take back home a bottle of the olive oil if you have the possibility.
During your vacations in Corfu, you will be able to perfectly merge enjoyment on the soft beach with sightseeing and enjoying museums and many other compelling activities.
Together with the many things that you have to enjoy while in Corfu include The Archaeological Museum, with the Artemis temple, and other exceptional excavations; The Public Library of Corfu; the Byzantine Museum of Antivouniotissa; The Museum of Asian art of Corfu, which is really interesting where you can view more than 10,000 findings. There are so many other places that you should try and experience, that it is not possible to suggest them all here. The best advice would be simply to select Corfu as your vacation destination, and when you are there, simply venture out and delve into all you can. Give Corfu a try, you won't be unhappy.
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Bodie Papadopoulos writes about travel and Greek holidays and the Greek Islands exclusively for the famed Around Greece travel portal.
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