Holidays in Greece have always been popular among Russian tourists. Excellent climate, warm sea, friendly locals - what else is needed for a person who wants to relax after heavy weekdays. Greek islands are also in great demand, including Corfu, located in the north of the Ionian Sea. A modern tourist does not trust brochures and what they say in a travel company. What does a person who is going to relax read, including on Corfu? Reviews from those who have already been there.
The island of Corfu attracts vacationers with its lush and vibrant vegetation, the architecture of the Venetian era, small picturesque villages, as well as a very active nightlife. It so happened that it was this island that became the first to receive tourists from other countries, and over the past years the level of tourism business has risen quite high here.
But if you read reviews about Corfu, you will find out that the island has retained stunning natural beauty. On it you can still find Greek settlements, completely untouched by civilization. They attract their guests with clean air and a relaxed atmosphere.
Why is this place so attractive for tourists? It attracts with a combination of the archaeological wealth of the ancient cities of the island and well-developed resort infrastructure, magnificent beaches and the benevolence of the population for visitors from distant places.
A little about the climate in Corfu. Greece is all characterized by a Mediterranean climate, the island as well. It has dry and hot summers, rainy and mild winters. The season here begins in April, but the most comfortable days for a beach holiday are the first days of May - mid-September. If you are interested in history and local nature, then come from March to May. At this time, you will contemplate the indescribable beauty on the island , but there will be no heat.
You can relax both independently and in an organized manner. Many travelers do not recognize any hotels, they stay in the private sector every year, renting apartments or individual houses there, and plan how to spend their holidays. Another part, more numerous, having read reviews about Corfu, settles only in comfortable hotels in order to enjoy the resort infrastructure to the full extent.
But both those and others have the opportunity to participate in the proposed study and historical excursions. For example, they can visit the Achilleo Palace or the Zoodohu Pigis Monastery . During a trip on the Kalipso Star boat, tourists will visit the fur seal show , which will bring indescribable pleasure to both children and adults.
Guided tours of the old part of the island’s capital, the city of Kerkir, are also organized. Here you can admire the church of St. Spyridon of Trimifuntsky, the memorial to Fedor Ushakov. You can book a boat trip with a barbecue on the local Kalamaki beach.
The climate is temperate. Therefore, some vacationers play sports on the island. Many tourists just for this and arrive in Corfu. Reviews contribute to this decision. Yachts, sailing, golf, horse riding, climbing, cycling - this is not a complete list of those sports for which all conditions are created.
Surprisingly, the transport infrastructure is well developed on this island . Public transport (mainly buses) connects all the settlements of Corfu. It is better to buy tickets in advance, since when paying the driver the price will be 20-25 percent more. You can also take a taxi or rent a car or motorcycle.