27/11/2015

The 3 Most Beautiful Beaches in Corfu, Greece

Are you looking for a summer destination with the most beautiful beaches as early as today? After celebrating the Christmas season, where are you planning to go for your summer vacation? If you want to experience summer heat in an unfamiliar yet interesting haven, go book your flight to Greece, and chase the clean waters and lush of greens in Corfu Island! The Corfu Island is lying in the northwestern side of Greece. It is among the favorite Greek Islands to visit for the natural view and the excellent travel experience it gives to its visitors. You might want to consider getting to know not only the cosmopolitan villages and fancy looking yet affordable hotels in Corfu but the perfect beaches in here are also a must visit, where you will surely enjoy a fun summer stay! 

Alright, let's get down to our business where we will be checking out the beautiful beaches in Corfu, Greece. Oh, wait. We almost forgot to inform you, guys. Corfu Island owns 115 beaches! How int he world are we going to visit them all in a day? 

Don't panic. Leave it on us. We decided to list down the 3 best beaches in Corfu instead! But hey, if you will be staying longer in Corfu, taking over the 115 beaches is not so impossible! Just know how to bargain your way into the Corfu apartments, as soon as they offer you the best price, you can stay for as long as you want and go on a beach hopping tour! So, let's get our flaming list started, shall we?

The 3 Best Beaches in Corfu Island, Greece


1. Paleokastritsa
Location: 25 km outside of Corfu Town 
The number 1 beach in Corfu is unquestionably, the Paleokastritsa. It is also called the "Old fortress" by the locals because of its natural setting just outside of the green forest that adds up the cool breeze the bluish-olive green ocean brings at the wide sandy beach of Paleokastritsa. Get a satisfied tummy by having your lunch prepared by the chefs at any local taverns located at the pristine beach. Then hop on a church tour by visiting the Monastery of Virgin where an interesting collection of books and icons, as well as other post-Byzantine objects, are being kept.

Paleokastritsa Beach.

2. Agios Gordios
Location: 19 km from Corfu Town
Are you the sunset-loving kind of person? You'll love the golden sandy beach of Agios Gordios then. Mountains, green olive trees, impressive rock formations, taverns, and beautifully designed Corfu hotels are most of the sceneries you will get when in Agios Gordios. It is also a haven for the kids where they can build sand castles, swim, and just go after the little splash of the waves.

Agios Gordios is the beach for the kids! 


3. Glyfada
Location: 16 km from Corfu Town
Another family friendly beach near the Corfu Town is the Glyfada. It is one of the Blue Flag beaches in Greece due to the magical and alluring blue waters of the sea surrounding it. There are sunbeds, umbrellas, taverns, shops, as well as Corfu apartments in and near the Glyfada beach. Why don't you try windsurfing or riding a jet ski while in here? There is a variety of water sports facilities within the area of Glyfada.

Glyfada beach.

Where To Stay in Corfu Island in Greece?

The Atlantis Hotel in Corfu.
Visiting Corfu to chase the stunning beaches of the island is always a good idea. Make the most out of your stay by living a simple and local life at the Atlantis Hotel in Corfu! It is a 2-star accommodation that can be found in the Corfu Town. You can never be left out by choosing the Atlantis Hotel as your accommodation while in Corfu! From air-conditioned rooms to Corfu apartments with its own living room to welcome your new found buddies or guests! The Atlantis Hotel is one of the topnotch Corfu hotels in town that offers you a picturesque view of the mountain, sea, and the port that is bordering the hotel. And did you know, the Atlantis Hotel in Corfu is also near the most beautiful beaches in Corfu? That's right! So if I were you, I will be nestling at the Atlantis Hotel and go to as many beach as I can while in Corfu!

Atlantis Hotel: A clean-looking room with a veranda overlooking a scenic view.
Go after your dream summer destination! Visit the beautiful beaches in Corfu as well as the Atlantis Hotel! Enjoy your stay!