Greece: Corfu: Introduction: Cheat Sheet

This Ionian island has been famous since the days of Homer. It was Odysseus’ last stop before returning home, and one of the first Greek islands to be developed heavily for tourism.

INDAGARE TOP TEN

SLEEP…in the a private villa along the coast

EXPERIENCE…the island’s inland beauty on a four-wheel drive through forests and olive groves

EAT… at Spyros & Vasilis for a memorable meal in a garden setting

SPLURGE…on a boat charter so you can explore the more secluded beaches and coves

DRINK…some of the local aperitif made from native kumquats

SAVOR…a swim in one of the turquoise bays at Paleokastritsa on the east side of the island (known as Greece’s Capri) and don’t miss a visit to the Byzantine monastery on its high cliffs

VISIT…the Museum of Asian Art, which is housed in a former palace by the sea

SEE…the Achilleion at Gastouri and decide whether Empress Elizabeth of Austria built a gaudy or glorious palace

SHOP…in the narrow streets of Corfu town, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site

KNOW…that kids who are tired of sight-seeing will thank you for a few hours spent at Corfu’s Aqua Land, Europe’s largest water park