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Corfu is a well-established holiday destination, with over one million tourists visiting every year. The most northerly of the Ionians, Corfu lies between 2 and 10km off mainland Greece. Corfu is one of the most beautiful of the Greek islands, with great nightlife and gorgeous sandy beaches among the best in the Mediterranean. Kavos, is pulsing with life appealing to party people. To the north of the island are the resorts of Roda and Sidari with a beautiful backdrop of mountains, wonderful beaches and warm shallow waters - real family favourites! Arillas and Aghios Gordios attract honeymooners, and for all round romantics, Kassiopi's picturesque harbour offers a traditional village atmosphere and the resorts of Paleocastritsa and Glyfada are simply beautiful. Just north of Corfu town are the popular resorts of Dassia and Gouvia. Ipsos and nearby villagePyrgi offers peace and tranquillity.

The bustling capital, Corfu Town, guarded by two fortresses, features Venetian architecture in the old quarter's narrow streets. Legacies of a period of British rule include ginger beer, and the cricket pitch in the 'Spianada' esplanade. Springtime offers brightly coloured wild flowers and countless inland walks. Explore the inland hamlets, undisturbed and unchanged by time, or take time to tackle the 18 hole golf course. This green and luscious island has something to offer everyone. 

Famous for:  - Kavos - Greece's wildest party resort. 
- Canal d'Amour in Sidari. Legend has it that if a woman swims through this coastal channel she will find the man of her dreams.

When to go: Peak season is roughly mid-June to September where resorts are in full swing. 

Flight time: approx 3 to 4 hours. 

Airport: Corfu

Fly from: Birmingham, Bristol, Gatwick, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham East Midlands

Flying days: Monday and Friday

Language: Greek

Currency: Euro

Time Difference: 2 hours ahead of the UK

Average Costs: three course meal £6.20 - £8.00, bottle of wine £3.00 - £5.50, glass of beer from 80p - £1.40

Aghios Gordios - 35 minutes from Corfu airport
	Small expanding beach resort Traditional tavernas and eateries Magnificent hill walking ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Alykes - 25 minutes from Corfu airport
	Golden sandy beach Good range of facilities Stunning ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Arillas - 1 hour 30 minutes from Corfu airport
	Secluded coves and hillside retreats Quiet resort with limited nightlife A few bars and ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Dassia - 25 minutes from Corfu airport
	Shingle and pebble beach Good for water sports Restaurants, tavernas and cafe ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Gouvia
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Ipsos - 35 minutes from Corfu airport
	Small and lively Good selection of shops Leisurely or hectic ... View hotels Add to shortlist