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Arillas is a cosmopolitan coastal center, gifted with an extended sandy
beach that is surrounded by two peninsulas. Additionally, the view to the three
islets across the settlement shall definitely enchant you.
According to some interpretations of Homer, it was either here or in San
Stefanos that Odysseus, after spending seven years on the Isle of Othoni, was
shipwrecked and washed up naked on the sea shore. Nearby, Princess Nausicaa and
her hand maidens were washing their clothes and bathing.
It seems that Nausicaa was rather taken by Odysseus, whilst her maids ran away
in terror. Nausicaa then led him to the Palace to meet her father King
Alkinous, and Odysseus was very surprised by the lush gardens. Homer also
writes of Nausicaa's grief when Odysseus left. Prehistoric evidence exists in
the area of a very early civilization that has so far not been dated but must
be thousands of years old.
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Agios
Stefanos is a charming little village as friendly and
as safe as you could possibly imagine.
Here are many swimming pools and bars around and the beach is of beautiful
golden sand offering water sports.
Almost any accomodation in this village is
nearby the beach so there is no treks to get there.
If you are the more
adventurous type then there is plenty of walks with superb scenery and views.
there are three supermarkets in the village so if you are self catering there
is no problem and if eating out there is plenty of choice.
Nightlife in this
village isnt really for party goers although athens bar and condor would suit
you if you are.
If you wish to have quirter evenings then this is definately
the right place. i would recommend michalis' bar opposite nafsika for quieter
evenings and also nafsika itself. there is so much to do and if you fancy
taking a look round more of the island there are car rental places and also
boat and coach trips.
The
weather in the summer is very good though on the odd ocasion it may rain but in
going there for a fortnight for the last twelve years this has only happened on
about 5 different days.There a plenty of swimming pools around all of them
having bars which also offer snacks.for accomodation i would recommend hotel
nafsika or manthos appartments as they are close to the beach and the
facilities are excellent.
If you are looking for a great holiday that is
peaceful and relaxing, this is the place for you. corfu and aghios stefanos is
an amazing place to visit it is no wonder why many people go back year after
year just as i do and i believe that if you go you will want to do the same.
Hotels
in Agios Stefanos :
Casa
Delfino
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Acharavi is located on a long, sandy/pebble beach with crystal, clear,
blue and green waters between Kassiopi and Roda. It is the ideal place for
enjoyable and relaxing holidays.
In Acharavi you can find a good choice of
restaurants, traditional taverns, shops, bars and a disco which can ensure an
enjoyable night life. Transfer from airport approx. 2hrs
It is not just a resort though, many of the locals visit Acharavi on a regular
basis as there is a post office, dentist and doctors. You will also find shops
such as hardware stores and flower shops.
Acharavi has plenty of Tavernas and
bars, and a good, long, sandy beach.
Behind the resort, set in the hills are
excellent walking paths.
These have recently been cleared and are part of the
Corfu trail. The shops in the main town are situated either side of the
main road which runs through Acharavi.
Little streets run off of this road down
to the beach where you will find many of the beach Tavernas and bars.
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