Corfu is one of the most popular Greek islands for the British tourist to visit. It was one of the first Greek Islands to be developed for holidays in Greece. Corfu is very green compared to the other Greek islands: hot and dry summers along with winter rain creates lush vegetation which is dominated by over 2 million olive trees Families find Corfu especially appealing, with its many safe beaches and resorts full of hotels and apartments with plenty of amenities and facilities. Many of the beaches in Corfu have been awarded the European Blue Flag for cleanliness and safety. The resorts in Corfu vary in liveliness, ranging from the vibrant resorts of Ipsos and Kavos to the quieter, family resorts of Sidari and Acharavi.
The euro is in use here and there are plenty of exchange facilities. Credit Cards are accepted almost everywhere. There are enough number of cash machines all over the country and these are the easiest and most economical way of getting Euros.
Holidays in Corfu
Corfu holidays are definitely beach orientated, but for those looking for a little more action during the day, there are plenty of activities to try. Corfu offers every watersport imaginable and, away from the beach, the island offers golf, horse-riding and mountain biking. Corfu also boasts the second largest water park in Europe.
Language in Corfu
The national language is Greek, but English is spoken and understood all along the country.
Nightlife in Corfu
Most of the night venues in Corfu Town are clustered around Splianada Square. Along the streets of this square there are plenty of discotheques, bars and nightclubs. However, big night-clubs are placed outside Corfu City, mostly concentrated in the beach resorts of Kavos, Roda, Ypsos, Gouvia and Dassia which also offers an incredible amount of lively bars. Restaurants and taverns serving delicious local delicacies can be found virtually everywhere around the island.
