Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Checking Out In Corfu, Greece

It's easy to check out from the rest of the world in Corfu.  Corfu
is located on the second largest island of the Ionian Islands. The
south coastal areas offer sandy beaches while the beaches along the
 north-eastern coast allow you to swim and snorkel in small
 caves and take in some magnificent scenery.  It's no wonder
Fodor's Travel just named Corfu as one of the "15 Best Beaches
for 2014".  And, when you manage to get out of the water you 
will find the town of Corfu to be beautifully accented with
narrow, shop-lined streets, outdoor cafes and coffee shops.
Add to that the wonderful Greek food and wine that are
 in abundance in this beautiful town and you will see why
 it's easy here to escape from the realities of every day life.

 To truly appreciate the natural beauty of this island, you
must explore the coastal areas by boat since there are several 
enchanting beaches that are only boat accessible.  We 
contacted Nautilus Cruises Corfu and hired a private boat.
We spent seven unforgettable hours going along the 
coastline, taking dips in the water, snorkeling, and feasting
on a traditional Greek meal by our captain with whole 
fresh fish, king prawns, chicken, Greek salad, Tzatsiki,
 grilled feta on top of fresh homemade bread and wine from
grapes harvested at the captain's family estate.  Was it
the best Greek meal we've ever tasted together with the
most delicious wine we've ever had?  Or was it simply
that we were sitting in such a breathtaking place that
made our meal and wine taste so good?  Well, either way,
 I plan on going back to finish that debate for once
and for all...

























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Once you tear yourself away from the magical waters, check into these places:

Akrotiri Beach Hotel
Built on a peninsula offering sweeping views of
the sea from every main room in the hotel, including 
the outside terraces, pool and individual hotel rooms
www.akrotiri-beach.com

Corfu Palace Hotel
Luxury hotel nestled in a hillside yet close to Corfu town.
Most of the first floor rooms in this hotel have
 private gardens while the higher floors offer beautiful
 views of Garitsa Bay
www. corfupalace.com

Villa Iriti
Chic secluded hillside villa with a private pool
and terraces that overlook the Ionian Sea is 
just a 15 minute drive to Corfu's best beaches
www.sjvillas.co.uk

Siorra Vittoria Boutique Hotel
For an in-town experience you won't soon
forget, go to this Venetian-style-9-room mansion
 built in 1823 that once belonged to Aristocrats.  
www.siorravittoria.com

Bella Venezia Hotel
This understated and former Neoclassical mansion 
is located in the heart of Corfu town
www.bellaveneziahotel.com

Venetian Well 
Greek and continental dishes served in a romatic
atmosphere around a 17th-century well on 
the most beautiful square in Corfu town.
www.venetianwell.gr

Sapori e Vini
Seasonal Mediterranean ingredients served at this
romantic setting built inside of a turn-of-the-century
old Corfoit residence
www.saporievini.com

Bellisimo
Family run casual restaurant serving traditional
Greek food on a quiet square in the middle of town
2661/041112

Toula's Taverna
Greek classics with an inventive twist
2663/091350

Rex
A favorite spot for nearly 100 years, this
restaurant has been serving classic Greek dishes
in its 19th-century townhouse with outside
tables that offer great people watching
26610/39649

To Fanari
Handful of tables in this charming little tavern
serving of delicious home-cooked Greek fare
with nightly Greek music
2661/102083

And last, but not least, check out this private
boat service for a day you'll never forget
Nautilus Cruises Corfu
nautiluscruisescorfu@gmail.com



Susan Sontag's quote could not be truer for me...
"I HAVEN'T BEEN EVERYWHERE BUT
IT'S ON MY LIST"

TRAVEL M GIRL

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