Corfu Holidays

Corfu is the second largest and perhaps the most scenic of the Ionian Islands. It's also known as the 'emerald isle', with golden sands, green mountains and bright blue sea. Corfu holidays in Greece offer fantastic beach resorts, tranquil bays, traditional villages and many more attractions. Highlights include the charming Corfu Old Town, views from Mount Panokrator, and Palaiokastrista resort. There's something for everyone in Corfu, no matter what your age, taste or budget.

When's the best time to visit Corfu?

May to September is the most popular time for holidays to Corfu, when the weather is hottest and ideal for the beaches and sea. Corfu is easily accessible from the UK, with many direct cheap flights to Corfu during summer. Good air and sea connections to the other Ionian Islands, and to the mainland, make Corfu a great base for exploring these enchanting and diverse lands. We have great offers on flights and accommodation in Corfu, making it easy for you to tailor-make your perfect Corfu holiday!

Clubbing holidays in Corfu

Corfu holidays offer an array of evening entertainment, from quiet restaurants to bars and nightclubs. Benitses has a busy nightlife, with bars and discos that stay open all night for young dancers. To the northwest of Corfu Town is the strip of Ethnikis Antistasis where you can find a number of fashionable bars and nightclubs.Things to eat in Corfu

Many tavernas offer 'Greek Nights', with food, drink and floor shows included in one price. The 'Taverna Tripa', located south of Corfu Town in the village of Kinopiastes, hosts enormous banquets accompanied by home made wine and Greek singing and dancing, an amazing culinary experience not to be missed!

Things to do in Corfu

If you are planning holidays in Corfu you'll be delighted to know that there is something for everyone; from chilled out beaches to bustling shopping districts. Corfu Town, Kerkyra to the locals, is a captivating blend of European influences. Spend your Corfu holiday wandering through Venetian-style alleyways, drink coffee at a cafe in the Parisian-style Liston Arcade, or watch a match at the British-built cricket ground. The Palace of St Michael and St George was once home to Greek royalty, and today houses a museum. Other interesting sites in the town include the Municipal Art Gallery, Archaeological Museum and distinctive Agios Spyridon church.

In the south is the 13th Century Gardiki Castle, and fortresses from the same era can be explored at Angelokasrto and Palaiokastrista. A glimpse of traditional Greek life can be seen at the charming hill village of Vatos in the west. A great day trip destination is the historic Achellieon Palace and gardens. The Austrian Empress Elisabeth of Bavaria built the palace in the late 19th Century.

Naturally the sea and sand are big attractions: visitors can take boat trips to explore the crystal clear sea and dazzling coast, enjoy a multitude of water sports, or simply relax in the sun on the beaches of Dassia or Perama.

Important information about travelling to Corfu

How long does it take to fly to Corfu?

It takes about four hours to fly to Greece from the UK.

What's the time difference between the UK and Corfu?

Corfu is two hours ahead of the time in the UK.

What currency do they use in Corfu?

The official currency of Corfu is the Euro

What language do they speak in Corfu?

The official language spoken in Corfu is Greek.

Do I need any vaccinations to visit Greece?

Please check with your healthcare provider for all up to date vaccination advice before booking your holiday.

Do I need to pay tourist tax on my holiday to Corfu?

The Greek goverment charges a sustainable tourism tax on all overnight stays which will be payable on arrival in the hotel:

• 5-star hotels: €4 per room, per night
• 4-star hotels: €3 per room, per night
• 3-star hotels: €1.50 per room, per night
• 1-star & 2-star hotels: €0.50 per room, per night
• 1-4 key apartments: €0.50 per room, per night

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