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Corfu

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Overview: The second largest of the Ionion Islands and steeped in a rich and fascinating history, the port of Corfu is a popular stop on most Mediterranean cruises. Boasting some of Greece's best beaches, Corfu is also teeming with verdant plant and animal life. Couple that with a captivating cultural history; Corfu having being occupied by the Byzantines, Venetians, French, Russians and British before the Greek; makes this one of the Mediterranean's most attractive ports of call for cruise passengers.

Key attractions in Corfu for travellers to explore include the Ayios Spyridon Church, the Old Fort, the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Asian Art, the two tiny islands of Pontikonissi and Vlaherna, Achilleion Palace and the ruins at Paleopolis.

Cruise ships dock right at the New Port with free shuttles operating to the passenger services terminal while others operate shuttle services to and from Corfu Town. Contact:

Municipality of Corfu

Tel: +302 661 042 6012

www.corfu.gr/en.htm

Transport: Car rental agencies abound in Corfu Town and a taxi ride to Old Town costs around €8 - €10. Those with a bit more energy can enjoy the 30-minute walk into town. Once in Corfu Town, visitors will have no problems navigating the largely pedestrianised streets and will enjoy the pleasant cobblestone walkways. Attractions: Visitors will enjoy exploring the attractions on Corfu such as the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Asian Art, Achilleion Palace, Aqualand and Kanoni, a wonderful site where travellers can admire the breathtaking views over the island. Sun worshippers will be in paradise with a plethora of beautiful beaches to relax and enjoy, such as Mon Repos and Agios Stefanos-Avliotes, while history buffs will love the ruins in Paleopolis. Restaurants:

• Rex - a popular family eatery serving a wide variety of Greek fare
• Venetian Well - delicious international fare with a Greek twist
• Aegli Garden Restaurant - delicious Mediterranean fare at affordable prices

Best dish: Moussaka and dolmades

Shopping: Corfu Town is the place to go shopping with the best tourist orientates stores located in the Old Town. The main shopping street is N. Teotoki and it is here that shoppers will be able to find just about everything and anything, from jewellery, plates and textiles, to sculptures, needlework and ceramics.

Best buy: Olive oil or kumquat liqueur

Excursions:

• Visit Palokastritsa to visit the Monastery of the Virgin Mary
• Go off road on a jeep safari
• Take Greek cooking lessons
• Admire the views from Kanoni
• Laze on the sunny beaches, such as Mon Repos