The Island of Corfu in Greece is renowned for its beauty, its history, and its friendly culture. A hot-spot for tourists since the late 1960's, the 'Emerald Isle' is more vibrant today than ever. With a well developed tourist infrastructure, it welcomes travellers to its shores by the thousands, many returning each season for a holiday in the sun, by the sea, and with family and friends new and old.

Corfu Direct offers year round holidays in Corfu Town, Kontokali, Gouvia, Dassia and Ipsos
Corfu Direct also offers summer holidays in Acharavi, Sidari and Roda

Location: Central-East Coast

Description: Corfu Town is home to nearly half the population of Kerkyra. A rich, inviting and historical city, stroll through the "old city" or the Jewish Quarter, visit both the old and the new fortresses, Mon Repos, the Achillion Palace, the Asian Art Museum, the Archeological Museum and Saint Spirodon Church.

Activities: There are many fine restaurants and often free theatrical presentations in the National Theatre. Afterwards you can have a drink or a coffee at one of the many cafes on the Liston, where tourists and locals stroll day and evening.

Location: North Coast

Description: Acharavi has a long, sandy beach and, because of recent development for tourism, has rendered this village one of the busiest and most upscale resorts on Corfu.
Wide streets lined with shops, restaurants, and cozy hotels lie only a short walk from the beach, where another enclave of snack bars, seaside restaurants and shops line the coastal road.

Activities: Sailing Holidays, Boat hire, Beach Barbeque, Water park, Children's Play Centre, Traditional Greek Taverna & Greek Dancing Night, Pub Crawl.

Location: North Coast

Description: To the west of Acharavi along the northern coast of the island lies Roda with its fine beaches Astrakeri and Ai-Yiannis. Across the blue waters of the bay are the Albanian mountains and the seaside village of Seranda. Like Acharavi, though smaller, Roda has all tourist amenities including bars, restaurants, small hotels and gift shops selling local products.

Activities: Boat Cruises, Water Sports Club, Paint Ball, Traditional Greek Taverna Night, Pub Crawl.

Location: North Coast

Description: Sidari, a tourist resort offering many amenities, is situated on an open bay with a lovely sandy beach. The characteristic porous rocks, which the sea has sculpted into strange shapes, offer an impressive site. Some of these rocks, rising out of the sea, form a sort of fjord, or natural canal known as 'Canal D'amour'. From Sidari, kayques set out for the nearby islands of Mathraki, Othonoi and Ereikoussa.

Activities: Water Sports Club, Traditional Greek Taverna Night, Pub Crawl, 'The Best Panorama View' Night, Indian Curry Night and much more! 

Location: North East Coast; close to Corfu Town.

Description: Kontokali offers two tranquil beaches, both of which have a breathtaking view of Corfu Town, and a wide range of traditional Greek tavernas. Its central feature, Gouvia Marina, is home to all things nautical--from sailing holidays to day cruises--plus a state-of-the-art cricket field, croquet field and large swimming pool. Its also the base of Corfu's one and only sea plane.

Activities: Sailing Holidays and Day Cruises, Deep-Sea Fishing, Sea Plane, Cricket Field, Bowling, Horse Treks, Children's Play Centre, Traditional Greek Taverna Night, Gourmet Club, Pub Crawl.

Location: North East Coast; close to Corfu Town.

Description: The resort of Gouvia promises relaxed days on its crescent-shaped beach and fun filled nights at its many restaurants, pubs and nightclubs. Lodgings range from five star hotels to private apts. and from cozy local hostelries to simple studios. Lining Gouvia's main street, countless shops offer every and anything you'll ever desire whilst on holiday.

Activities: Sailing Holidays, Beach Barbeque and Corfu Town by Night Boat Cruises, Children's Jungle-Themed Play Centre, Traditional Greek Taverna & Greek Dancing Night, Pub Crawl.

Location: North East Coast

Description: Dassia is startlingly beautiful with views of northern Corfu, mainland Albania and Corfu Town from its verdant coastline. Countless restaurants and tavernas, cafes and bakeries, discos and nightlife clubs sit side by side along the main village road and mile long boardwalk. On the beach, Corfu's first and largest watersports complex offers a variety of beach holiday fun, from paragliding to tubing to water skiing. 

Activities: Boat Cruises, Water Sports Club, Paint Ball, Traditional Greek Taverna Night, Pub Crawl.

Location: North East Coast

Description: Located adjacent to a splendid beach known as "the golden mile", the village of Ipsos bustles day and night. Besides going to the beach, activities include visiting all the shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs that line Ipsos's main street and look out upon the long pebbled beach.

Activities: Water Sports Club, Traditional Greek Taverna Night, Pub Crawl, 'The Best Panorama View' Night, Indian Curry Night and much more

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