Ionian islands
Our favorite Ionian islands include Corfu, Paxos, Antipaxos, Meganisi, Ithaca & Kefalonia.
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Porta Remounda
Restaurant in Port town of Corfu
If you find yourself in the busy port town of Corfu, head to this charming restaurant with tables set up under the shade of leafy trees on a lovely, quieter side street. Step away from the crowded touristy center of Corfu and enjoy a delicious local dinner of Greek salads, mezzes, fresh fish and end with Baklava drizzled with honey.
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Venetian Well
Restaurant in Port town of Corfu
Beautiful, charming and delicious, the Venetian Well is a more upscale restaurant, tucked away on a charming, quiet patio.
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Acron
located on Antisamos Beach in Kefalonia
If you find yourself looking for a chiringuito (beach restaurant) in Kefalonia, head to Mojito on the lovely beach of Antisamos on the eastern coast of the island.
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Tassia
Restaurant in Port town of Fiskardo on Kefalonia Island
Don´t miss dinner in the charming port town of Fiskardo. Delicious fresh fish and Greek mezze await you at Tassia, on a dock surrounded by boats…what summer nights in Greece are all about.
Image from Tassia’s Official Website
Errikos
Restaurant in Port town of Vathi in meganisi
In the charming port town of Vathi, on the island of Meganisi, we recommend dinner at Errikos…order the fresh fish of the day and all those delicious Greek mezze.
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Genesis Restaurant
located in the port town of Gaios on Paxos
In the picturesque port town of Gaios on Paxos, Genesis is a good choice for a Greek meal, especially if you are looking to seat a big group. Gaios’ lovely setting just opposite a small island gives the feeling of being on a canal, with lots of small boat traffic and port activity.
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Mediterraneo
Restaurant in Port town of Gaios, on Paxos
At the end of the port of Gaios is this charming restaurant perched on the rocks.
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Vassilis Taverna
Restaurant in port town of Longos in Paxos
Charming and delicious, enjoy a traditional Greek meal on the lovely terrace of this taverna in the hopping port town of Longos on the island of Paxos.
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Outdoor Venture
Paxos & Antipaxos
Overview
Whether you’re visiting Paxos by land or by sea, this island and its smaller neighboring island of Antipaxos, are some of the jewels of the Ionian.
If you are staying on Paxos, make sure to rent a boat and spend the day cruising around the island of Antipaxos, the anchorages are beautiful and endless.
If you are searching for a little action, visit the buzzing port towns of Gaios and Longos in Paxos.
Paralia Afales Beach
One of Roaming Stones’ favorite beaches
Located on the northern tip of Ithaca this secluded white sandy cove with the clearest blue water is special.
Try to go early in the morning to enjoy this beach alone.
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Antisamos Beach
Beach in Kefalonia
Beautiful white pebble beach with turquoise transparent sea, located between forest on either side.
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Foki Beach
Beach in Kefalonia
A beautiful and very protected cove, just outside of Fiskardo on the northern tip of Kefalonia. The towering trees contrast with the transparent blue waters, to make for unbelievable scenic views.
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Fiskardo to Tselentata Hike
On the northern tip of Kefalonia
Begin this lovely walk in the picturesque port town of Fiskardo, on the northern tip of Kefalonia, direction left facing town from water. After about 10 or 15 minutes you will arrive at the gorgeous cove of Foki, a few minutes beyond the restaurant on your right look out for a walking sign on the right to Tselentata.
Hike up through the forest of Cypress trees for about 25 minutes and you will arrive at the charming tiny settlement of Tselentata, these days only inhabited by 20 people. If you are ready for a little more, after walking through the little town continue on the road up to the lovely church of St. Gerasimos
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Sip & Groove
Acron
located on Antisamos Beach in Kefalonia
If you find yourself looking for a chiringuito (beach restaurant) in Kefalonia, head to Mojito on the lovely beach of Antisamos on the eastern coast of the island.
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Thalassa
Sunset bar and post-dinner drinks in port town of Vathi, on Meganisi island
Located in the cute port town of Vathi, on the island of Meganisi, Thalassa is a cool chill-out where cocktails and groovy tunes provide the perfect ingredients for a fun night cap.
Image from Thalassa’s Official Facebook
Roxi Bar
Restaurant in Port town of Longos, on Paxos Island
Head to this charming spot on the water in the buzzy town of Longos to sip a cocktail and listen to good tunes.
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Cultural Wander
Paxos & Antipaxos
Overview
Whether you’re visiting Paxos by land or by sea, this island and its smaller neighboring island of Antipaxos, are some of the jewels of the Ionian.
If you are staying on Paxos, make sure to rent a boat and spend the day cruising around the island of Antipaxos, the anchorages are beautiful and endless.
If you are searching for a little action, visit the buzzing port towns of Gaios and Longos in Paxos.
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