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Corfu Holiday Cottages |
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Steve Woodward |
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Corfu Holiday Cottages
Steve Woodward
A holiday cottage in Corfu provides you with the chance to explore what this island that is in the Ionian Sea has to offer. Of all the Islands to be found here off the Greek coast this is the second largest and is one of the greenest as well.
On it, there grows more than 3 million olive trees and the oil from these is one of the main exports from the island. However, tourism is also important to the island and many people come to it in order to spend time of some of the most beautiful beaches to be found in this part of the world. Yet for those who do crave a little excitement during their holiday this ideally has plenty for one to do and also some great nightlife as well.
As one tours the island, you will soon discover that you are spoilt for choice when it comes to, selecting which of the many different beaches it is you wish to spend time at. Below we take a look at some of the beaches on offer on this island and where they are located.
1. Arillas Beach - This is one that can be easily found and is also one of the most beautiful. Many people enjoy spending time just sitting on its sand and soaking up the suns rays as it is in a natural rock formation so is well sheltered from the winds that sometimes come off of the sea.
2. Agios Gordis Beach - This beach is only 35 minutes from Corfu town and is one of the longest that the island has to offer. However, you need to be aware that during the high season, this one can quickly become populated and is the most commercialized of all the beaches on the island. Around the perimeter you will find hotels, restaurants and bars that, you can avail of and there is also a regular bus service provided from Corfu town to it.
3. Barbati Beach - This one is located close to the town of Nissaki, which is 21km (13 miles) from the capital of Corfu. Because this is, a blue flag beach you will know that it is well maintained (kept clean) and the water is very clean as well. Also for those who want to avoid getting too much sun at this beach you have the chance to be able to hire umbrellas and sun beds.
4. Gialiskari Beach - This is one of the few beaches where tourism has taken over in fact this is quite a secluded one. Yet there are places where you can get food and drink whilst relaxing by the water's edge if you need to.
Above we have provided you with details of just a few of the beaches to be found on this Greek Island. But it might be an idea after settling into your holiday cottage in Corfu you get a map of the island and work out exactly where each one is in relation to your accommodation. Then you can make a more informed decision as to which of them you want to visit.
There are a wide variety of http://www.click4holidayhomes.com/corfu) holiday cottages in Corfu which you can book directly from the owner which will be cheaper than using a travel agent. Also take a look at some http://www.click4holidayhomes.com/) holiday cottages in other countries which you can choose from.
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