Corfu Vibes

The Pulse of Corfu Island

Corfu Vibes is your complete guide for the amazing Island of Corfu. All you want to do, see, visit, buy or book in Corfu collected with love and devotion of our team and placed here!

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Explore Paradise

Corfu Island has a 217 kilometres coastline with thousands of spectacular beaches with limpid blue waters and breathtaking views. Choose your seashore destination in Corfu amongst the best beaches of the island.

Chlomos: Old Village at the Edge of Corfu

Chlomos: Old Village at the Edge of Corfu

Chlomos is one of the oldest and highest villages in Corfu, located in the southeast of the island, around 30 km from Corfu Town. It stands on the eastern side of Mount Merovigli, at around 300 metres above sea level. Chlomos is a very small village, with around 167...

Maitland Rotunda:  Neoclassical Temple over an Old Water Cistern

Maitland Rotunda:  Neoclassical Temple over an Old Water Cistern

Maitland Rotunda in Spianada is a beautiful neoclassical, temple-like monument built in 1821 in honour of Sir Thomas Maitland, the first British Lord High Commissioner of the Ionian Islands. It was a gesture of appreciation by the people of Corfu for the progress...

Getting Around Corfu: Which Transport to Use and When

Getting Around Corfu: Which Transport to Use and When

If you plan to leave your holiday resort in Corfu at least once, you should think about transportation in advance. Unless you are staying in Corfu Town and do not plan to visit any beaches, villages or other parts of the island, you will almost certainly need some...

September & October: Velvet Season in Corfu

September & October: Velvet Season in Corfu

Autumn in Corfu is not really autumn. That’s why September and October are sometimes called the “velvet season”. And not to underrate the Corfu summer, these two months are absolutely some of the best times to be on the island, and here is why. The velvet season gives...

Lakones: Traditional Village with a Breathtaking View

Lakones: Traditional Village with a Breathtaking View

Lakones is a small traditional village high above Paleokastritsa, about 182 m above sea level, on the northwest coast of Corfu. It is about 25 km from Corfu Town, approximately the same distance as Paleokastritsa itself, and takes around 40 minutes to reach by car....

Hibiscus in Corfu: A Rainbow of Colours

Hibiscus in Corfu: A Rainbow of Colours

Hibiscus is one of the most diverse flowers you can see in Corfu, coming in an incredible variety of colours and shapes. This subtropical plant, with its bright five-petalled flowers and distinctive anatomy, thrives in mild Mediterranean climate of Corfu. You will see...

5 Best Sandy Beaches of Southwest Corfu

5 Best Sandy Beaches of Southwest Corfu

The southwest coast of Corfu is famous for its sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and beautiful green landscapes. From dozens of beaches along this part of the coast, we’ve picked five which we like the most. The beauty of this part of the coastline is that you get...

Gardenos Beach: Golden Sand, Blue Waters and Black Clay

Gardenos Beach: Golden Sand, Blue Waters and Black Clay

Gardenos Beach is a picturesque, wide sandy beach on the south-west coast of Corfu, surrounded by low, dramatic cliffs and lush green vegetation. It stretches for almost 2 kilometres and forms part of a longer sandy coastline that continues south towards the more...

What to Buy in Corfu: 7 Authentic Local Gifts

What to Buy in Corfu: 7 Authentic Local Gifts

A trip to Corfu creates memories that last a lifetime, and many visitors want to bring home a little piece of the island. Here are 7 ideas for authentic local gifts from Corfu that won't cost a fortune, are easy to find, and make wonderful souvenirs for yourself or...

Pontikonisi: Why Is It Called Mouse Island and What’s on It?

Pontikonisi: Why Is It Called Mouse Island and What’s on It?

Many people think that Mouse Island received its name because of its shape. But the truth is... we don't actually know the real origin of this name. There are at least four theories about how Pontikonisi got its name. None of them is supported by enough historical...

Discover Corfu

Unique historical facts, hidden gems of the seashore, highlights of Corfiot village life, great places to eat, drink, hang-out, shop and a billion other interesting things about Corfu. We work everyday to add some more!

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Corfu Old Town

Liston, Old & New Fortresses, Spianada and the whole Corfu Old Town marked by UNESCO is a great place for visiting any time of the year. Learn about the history of the Old Town and its landmarks.

Corfu Experience

Best spots to watch a sunset, interesting walking routes, traditional local shopping and other useful tips for the true Corfu experience.
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