Corfu (Greece)

...its books in all of Corfu for the dates we wanted to travel. This was Villa Apanemia, in Kassiopi, and so Apanemia it was. I'd never even heard of Kassiopi before… but having visited it once, am sure to return… HISTORY: Kassiopi has had a long and extravagant history, predating Roman times, when the emperor Tiberius had a villa there. At one stage, Kassiopi grew into quite a powerful city, reaching its zenith in the 10th AD. Little physical evidence ...
...a Roman fortress, constructed when Corfu was an outpost of Nero's empire. Kassiopi was virtually destroyed during the Turkish conquests and completely abandoned after the invasion of 1537. The Venetians began to resettle the area again from 1590 onwards, and in 1604 the Epirus priests established a church, of the Blessed Virgin Kassopitras, at the site of its destroyed predecessor, which itself had been erected upon the ruins of a Roman temple in ...

snowbunni 08.11.2005 · Read full review
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...a lot of reviews about Corfu but I just had to add my "tuppence worth" - as I love the place. I also hope my story of "going it along" will help others to pluck up the courage and go...... "You must be mad", some people said. Others said I was very brave, that they could never do it. Perhaps I was a little of both, with a touch of determination and desperation thrown in for good measure. What was this awful deed I had done? I had just announced ...
...made. I chose Corfu as my holiday destination and, although still very apprehensive of going on my own, I found myself looking forward to the fortnight away. The main disadvantage of going alone was the single room supplements, although I chose May as it isn't quite so expensive then. I would have paid more - and not have had as much fun - had I stayed at home and had sunbed sessions in order to obtain a good tan. There was also the added bonus of ...

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...I booked a week in Corfu for myself and two other mates, starting on the 9th of July 2001, costing £281 each, in a self catering apartment, booked sometime in February. This was with Greek Tourism Travel, who work on behalf of Golden Sun Holidays (op coming soon no doubt). We flew with JMC airways (op to come probably). Anyway, flying from Gatwick, London the flight was about two and a half hours there, arriving in the islands only airport situated ...
...course: Generally ********* Corfu is seen as a ‘young persons’ island because of the nightlife culture image that it has gained over the years, and admittedly this was one aspect that attracted us to the Greek island. However, because the island is dominated by one place for nightlife, Kavos/Cavos, of this kind, other places have bars and clubs that will not have thousands of drunken fools flowing out of them. This means that people ...

danradders 20.07.2001 · Read full review
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...The best time to visit Corfu is late June, when the crowds haven't all arrived yet, but it's still very lively and pumped up. Book early cause this resort is extremely popular with every young person in the country. Don't expect anything very Greek though - this might as well be a slice of boozy England moved into the sun - what could be better?!!!! ...

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...a long black dress. Corfu Town is busy, busy, busy, and a nightmare in the Magical Shitheap. Apparently it was just a massive free-for-all, no need to understand the traffic laws as no one takes any notice of them anyway. We didn't find too much to enthrall us there, but we did find a cricket pitch with a concrete batting strip in the middle of a large square. I was quite scared for any drivers who were trying to negotiate the town and dodge the ...
...looking buildings, but I didn't fancy getting out for a stroll so off we dawdled through the jams instead. Cassiopi was a charming small fishing village just to the north of Barbati, full of traditional and brightly coloured boats and crafts. We had a nice look round here, and ate some excellent food in the waterside restaurant too. We took a boat out for a couple of days too. You can hire these for a set number of hours, and just go off to get ...

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...in the sun holiday to Corfu although most of our fun was had in the evening and the early hours of the morning. We were staying in a self-catering apartment, which as you can imagine was a laugh with three 18-year-old males trying to live in it. None of us could really cook, none of us could clean, and I don’t think any of us had been on holiday without our parents present, but don’t hold me to that I’m not entirely sure. We were ...
...are going on holiday to Corfu I suggest you take a lot of sun cream, I didn’t get burned myself, but I don’t burn anyway luckily but some people we saw walking round looked rather red, OUCH! With regards to money I took £300 pounds for the week and spent all of it except about £20, I was out for a good time and so I had one, I was rarely seen without a drink in my hand. Our friends took from what I gather £150-£250 each for two weeks ...

S_Osborne 20.09.2001 · Read full review
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...be what you had imagined Corfu Island to look like. Especially if you've been to other Islands such as Rhodes or Kos because as nice as these others are, they can not compere with the lush cypress and olive groves that cover the majority of Corfu's interior. The history of Corfu stretches further back than the Greek gods themselves and in ancient times it was named Corcyra after a mistress of the sea god Poseidon and in-fact is still called this ...
...blowing up the fortress in Corfu town which still stands. It is well worth taking time to visit the fortress and admire the views from the top, especially across to the Albanian coast with its grey baron landscape, a far cry from the lush surroundings of Corfu. Starting this short journey around the largest of the Ionian Islands we'll begin with Corfu town itself. Situated half way down the east coast this splendid town was first set out by the ...

Truedude 10.05.2005 · Read full review
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...it's an old cliche, but Corfu relly HAS got something for everybody. If you want to party until the early hours then resorts like Kavos and Benitses will keep you happy. If you prefer somewhere busy but not rowdy then Ipsos or Dassia may suit, and there are a whole host of small, out-of-the-way quiet resorts for the boring old gits like me. Personally, I find the best way to explore Corfu is to hire a car (its not expensive), buy a map, and just ...
...a gorgeous secluded beach that was only used by a couple of locals..there were no sunbeds, shops or facilities of any kind. We just lay there in the sun with a good book each and relaxed. Heaven! The Greeks I've always found really friendly (except possibly on Crete) and they love children. We lost count of the number of free sweets, lollipops and small souvenirs our kids were given by locals wanting to make friends. There are some great beaches ...

geebee 13.09.2000 · Read full review
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I was in Corfu for 4 days. Its very green, sunny and hilly. It is a beautiful Island. The main city if full of many restaurants and cafes. You will definitely never go hungry in Corfu. The greek food and wine is beautiful. There is such a range of food to eat - you will never have the same meal twice. I really liked the Greek wine - surprising cheap and good quality. I would definitely recommend a lot of mosquito repellant. I was bitten very badly ...

sunstar11 28.07.2000 · Read full review
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...visited the little Island of Corfu in September 1998 and was left with mixed feelings. I have visited several Greek Islands and This ranks lowest on my list. I stayed in the resort village of Kassiopi which is about an hour on a coach from the Airport at Corfu Town. Its a coastal fishing village by trade and sits near the north East Tip of the Island. You can see Albania just across the water only 6 miles away. To the North Coast are the quiet beach ...
...island has that too. Corfu Town is the capital and has a large horbour. It also holds the Airport. Here you canshop in the historical backstreets of civilisations from the past as well as marvel at the major fort from the days of foreign occupation. There has been plenty of conquering over the years. The Italians Ruled the shores of Corfu for 400 years before surcumbing to the French. The British were colonists for 50 years before handing it back ...

andycharger 27.02.2001 · Read full review
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...Greece, and got allocated to Corfu - why not? Apparently one of Greece's nicest islands - true to those words. So there it was, one week of sunshine, water, and peace... And if it is peace that you want, then head to St George's - located on the south east of Corfu. About an amazing 45 minute drive from the city centre. On the east of the island there exists a very scenic road that runs along the water which is absolutely magnificent - a discovery ...
...everyone drives a motorbike in Corfu - one of the easiest and the best ways to travel, but also challenging as you encounter many 180 degree curves! It is the cheapesst way to explore the island (10 Euros for 3 days!)- we hired it for 3 days, and just hopped on and off, whenever we wanted, wherever we wanted. As long as you have a map (got it from the bike guys), you can't go wrong...but then again, you might think you are on the right road and ...

dolchikbana 17.07.2003 (23.07.2003) · Read full review
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...Well if there is I didn't manage to find any of them. Corfu is one of the great tragedies of modern tourism. I went there 20 years ago and had what was possibly the best holiday of my life. I went back last year - and really wished I hadn't ...

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...comment on the Island of Corfu after returing from amazing holiday, I decided to choose Corfu as I have travelled around Greece and been to most of the Islands but id never been to Corfu. When arriving we were taken to our hotel and I have to say I have never seen such a amazing hotel. We stayed in the Corfu Chandris in a little town of Dassia. The hotel was spledid with carpeted floors in the bedroom, which was a totally new experience. the meals ...
...before however it was the best holiday ive been on in along time. Dassia is based on one strech of road with plenty of shops and restaurants, and a club for the more lively. The bus connections were plentiful I would say Corfu is one of my favourite holiday destinations ...

Clarey 11.05.2001 · Read full review
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...went on a holiday to Corfu with a boyfriend in 1998 and stayed in the Resort of Kassiopi. It is quite a small town with not many bars and clubs and would make an ideal location for a family holiday. There is a small beach to the north of the town and a small harbour with cafes and restaurants around it. The rest of the island was visited on Moped while we were there. Here is my opinion on the rest of the island. On the middle East coast is the port ...
...though and looks untidy. Corfu town is the capital of the Island and has great shopping and some nightlife. Not a holiday resort really. Its worth a visit though. Very historical. Kassiopi already mentioned is about 5 or 6 miles from the coast of Albania and it can be seen on a clear day across the sea. Sidari in the north is a collection of small bars and a huge strip of lovely beach. Nice for families looking for a relaxed beach holiday. The island ...

juliebullard 03.05.2001 · Read full review
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...a couple of times into Corfu town which is well worth visiting, especially the forts & the old town with it's hundreds of little shops.Also lots of places to eat in the town. Overall, it was a fantastic holiday, very relaxing, & I would definitely recommend St George South & the Andrianas apartments. We went with Thomsons. At the end of our stay Andriana gave us a card she'd made, decorated with pebbles & shells from the beach! ...

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