Casa Parlante: an authentic experience

“Welcome! Please, come in! The Count will be with you presently. He hopes you will join him and the Countess in the drawing room for tea.”

This is what you would hear at Casa Parlante, the most alive historical museum in Corfu. A 19th century noble mansion comes to life with stories to tell. In the unique architectural setting of a classical mansion in the historic Old town of Corfu, the everyday life of the island’s 19th century nobility is recreated. Through animated figures, using robotic technology, and the perfect reproduction of décor and furnishing, Casa Parlante promises to deliver you a true insight into bygone Corfu.

Awakening all your senses, the traditions of the island unfold in front of you, depicting family life in an authentic experience of sights, sounds and smells.

Before your eyes the house will come to life…Listen to the children of the family playing music, smell the aromas of the cook’s virtuosic cuisine, read the headlines of the Count’s newspaper…

Casa Parlante is a unique museum: it brings history to life and lets the visitor breathe it in…

Will you let the opportunity to visit this unique museum go to waste? The All Corfu Transfers always gives you the best suggestions for special getaways in Corfu. Fill your bags with unforgettable memories. Go everywhere with the comfort and safety offered by the best luxury transfer services company in Corfu.

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Gastronomic journey in Corfu

Locals are fiercely proud of their culinary culture (especially Venetian) so the gastronomic journey enjoying the local products and traditional dishes is definitely one of the top things to do in Corfu.

Firstly, in the inland village of Doukades, Elizabeth’s taverna dishes out heart-warming local fare such as sofrito (pan-fried beef in a parley and garlic sauce, sautéed with wine).

In Corfu town, elegant Rex on central Kapodistriou St has been honouring home-style pastitsada (beef or rooster casserole with pasta) and other classic Corfiot recipes since 1932.

Klimataria taverna, in Benitses, is known for its succulent bianco, a fish-based dish, and other specialities.

Karydis taverna in Boukari, a fishing village in the south of the island, draws slipper lobster devotees.

Iliovasilema taverna in Paramonas in southwest Corfu serves a delectably spicy bourdeto with scorpion fish.

In Agios Georgios Pagon, the taverna Fishermen serves superb fish and seafood meze accompanied by wild greens.

Taverna Agni, a family-run beachside taverna at Agni Bay on the northeastern coast. Grills the catch of the day to perfection.

For simple, quality dishes, Karydia in Dassia is a cosy taverna with a dedicated clientele.

In Corfu town, foodies can sample creative Greek cuisine crafted with local ingredients at Pomo d’ Oro on Skaramaga Square and Salto Wine Bar Bistro at the old port, while The Venetian Well in Campiello is infinitely romantic.

Vido Island restaurant, situated on an islet 15 minutes by boat from Dassia, offers a unique seaside dining experience.

In the Old Town, pop into the old school Papagiorgis patisserie for divine pistachio ice cream whipped up in-house.

Wine connoisseurs should plan a visit to Ambelonas Estate to sample Corfiot wine produced with the skopelitiko and kakotrigis varietals, as well as inspect the on-site olive oil and wine museum.

Finally enjoy the gastronomic journey in Corfu.

The All Corfu Transfers always gives you the best suggestions for special getaways in Corfu. Fill your bags with unforgettable memories, smells and tastes. Go everywhere with the comfort and safety offered by the best luxury transfer services company in Corfu.

Book your transfer and we will make sure you get the best possible service. Have a nice time on our island!

Canal d’ Amour a unique spot favored by celebrities and many film crews

One of the most beautiful and well-known beaches in Corfu, the picturesque Canal d’Amour or “Channel of Love”, is known throughout Europe and worldwide as the beach for true lovers who want to stay together forever.

Canal d’amour is located in the north of the island near Sidari, about 32 kilometers (20 miles) from the main town and on the westernmost tip of the island’s northern shore, it is remarkable for its sculpted sandstone rocks which rise up on either side, forming a natural fjord-like canal.

Corfu’s history can be trace back all the way to Ancient Greece and Greek mythology. Corfu is known as Kerkyra in Greek, a name derive from the nymph Korkira. In Greek mythology, Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, falls in love with Korkira, kidnapping her and hiding her away on the island that now bears her name.

The myth claims that Poseidon and Korkira gave birth to a line of people who became known as the Phaeacians. Corfu later makes an important appearance in another notable myth — on Odysseus’ journey back to Ithaca. He becomes shipwrecked and washes up on the shores of Corfu, where the Phaeacians help him continue on his journey back home.

According to local legend, couples who swim the length of the canal will stay in love forever while those who swim to its furthest tip will find the love of their life. Many visitors, however, prefer to simply toss a coin into its waters and make a wish for true love.

A unique spot lovely by tourists, celebrities, and many film crews over the years. According to the locals the Canal d’ Amour also boasts detoxifying and healing properties.

This is attribute to the rich deposits of clay that form in the sea. As the rocks are weather by the wind and saltwater, creating small lagoons and exquisite caves.

Many visitors Canal d’amour enjoy sitting on the rocks, scooping up handfuls of clay. Also smoothing it on their bodies and hair for a natural mud bath.

The area has been inhabite since ancient times with traces of a Neolithic settlement and earlier Mesolithic settlements found during excavations in Sidari.

Each year the beach, which has been popular since the 60s, receives a Blue Flag for excellence. It is also a good spot for diving and water sports.

Will you let the opportunity to visit this unique place in the world go to waste? The All Corfu Transfers always gives you the best suggestions for special getaways in Corfu. Fill your bags with unforgettable memories from Greece by going everywhere with the comfort and safety offered by the best luxury transfer services company in Corfu.

Book your transfer and we will make sure you get the best possible service. Have a nice time on our island!

Private Tour of Corfu with Transfer – Part 3 Some of the best beaches

In the Part 1 of the Corfu Tour we mentioned the most important attractions that you must see when coming to Corfu. In the Part 2 will be dedicated to its beaches. Since it is impossible to mention all the beaches of Corfu in one article, we will conclude in this article our mention of some of the best beaches of the island. We briefly describe each one so you can choose the ones that are closest to your own entertainment needs. After all, our services are personalized and always have as a guide the best possible service for you.

Some more of the enchanting beaches of Corfu are:

Arillas

A large sandy beach with shallow sea. Aside from water sports, it offers many opportunities for hiking, horse-riding and excursions to the surrounding areas. The sunset in the nearby village of Afionas is breathtaking.

Agios Georgios Pagon

A beach shaped like a horseshoe, surrounded by rugged cliffs that descend to the sea, creating isolated coves. It is deep to the right and warmer and shallower tot left, perfect for children. It’s worth taking a ride with boat, canoe or paddleboat to the natural bay of Porto Timoni. Here you’ll find snacks, food, cocktails and water sports.

Halikounas

A thin strip of land separates the beach from the protected Korission lagoon. You can walk across the wooden bridge to a rare forest with cedars and orchids. The wind and waves in the area make Halikounas an ideal kite-surfing destination.

Agios Georgios South

Crystalline, refreshing sea and a beach 8km long. In the northern part, you’ll find Issos beach with its sand dunes, extending as far as the cedar Forest of Korrision Lake. In the southern part, there are two successive beaches, Marathias and Agia Varvara, perfect for paragliding, scuba diving and other sea sports.

Apraos or Kalamaki

Sand onshore and shallow water for several meters into the sea. Anyone who wants to swim in deeper water must walk along the wooden pier. It is one of the best beaches on Corfu for children.

Ermones

A deep bay with a small sandy beach encircled by green, steep hills. Restaurants, bars, shops and hotels ensure that you’ll have everything you need.

Kavos

Cavo Bianco of the Venetians is today a popular destination for young tourists from all over the world, as the fun at the bars and beach bars begins in the morning and lasts well into the night. It is shallow and fully-equipped with facilities and opportunities for boat excursions to Paxos island and Parga, on the mainland.

Ipsos

Crystalline sea and a hospitable beach across the length of the bay. Whichever lounge chair you choose to sit at, you’ll enjoy beach services of the highest standard.

Agios Gordios

An endless beach of golden sand, as well as pebble and crystal-clear water. To the left, there are steep vertical cliffs with dense vegetation and the rocky islet of Tholeto. There are fully-equipped facilities, including water sports, restaurants, bars and boat rentals.

Dassia

Oblong, with pebbles and a view to the mountains of Albania. In the distance, there is a platform to dive off or to use as a starting point for your favorite water sports.

Mesoggi

To the left flows a small river and to the right there is a lush, green hill. With plenty of taverns to choose from and with sunbeds and pedal boats to rent.

Book your transfer, choose the beach(s) you want to visit and everything will be taken care of by All Corfu Transfers.

Some more of the enchanting beaches of Corfu – The Best Part

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In the Part 1 of the Corfu Tour we mentioned the most important attractions that you must see when coming to Corfu. In the Part 2 will be dedicated to its beaches. Since it is impossible to mention all the beaches of Corfu in one article, we will conclude in this article our mention of some of the best beaches of the island. We briefly describe each one so you can choose the ones that are closest to your own entertainment needs. After all, our services are personalized and always have as a guide the best possible service for you.

Some more of the enchanting beaches of Corfu this time are:

Arillas

Firstly is a large sandy beach with shallow sea. Aside from water sports, it offers many opportunities for hiking, horse-riding and excursions to the surrounding areas. The sunset in the nearby village of Afionas is breathtaking.

Agios Georgios Pagon

Secondly, a beach shaped like a horseshoe, surrounded by rugged cliffs that descend to the sea, creating isolated coves. It is deep to the right and warmer and shallower tot left, perfect for children. It’s worth taking a ride with boat, canoe or paddleboat to the natural bay of Porto Timoni. At this point, you’ll find snacks, food, cocktails and water sports.

Halikounas

A thin strip of land separates the beach from the protected Korission lagoon. In order to walk across the wooden bridge to a rare forest with cedars and orchids. The wind and waves in the area make Halikounas an ideal kite-surfing destination.

Agios Georgios South

Crystalline, refreshing sea and a beach 8km long. In the northern part, you’ll find Issos beach with its sand dunes, extending as far as the cedar Forest of Korrision Lake. In the southern part, there are two successive beaches, Marathias and Agia Varvara, perfect for paragliding, scuba diving and other sea sports.

Apraos or Kalamaki

Sand onshore and shallow water for several meters into the sea. Anyone who wants to swim in deeper water must walk along the wooden pier. It is one of the best beaches on Corfu for children.

Ermones

Also a deep bay with a small sandy beach encircled by green, steep hills. Restaurants, bars, shops and hotels ensure that you’ll have everything you need.

Kavos

In case of Cavo Bianco of the Venetians is today a popular destination for young tourists from all over the world, as the fun at the bars and beach bars begins in the morning and lasts well into the night. It is shallow and fully-equipped with facilities and opportunities for boat excursions to Paxos island and Parga, on the mainland.

Ipsos

Crystalline sea and a hospitable beach across the length of the bay. Whichever lounge chair you choose to sit at, you’ll enjoy beach services of the highest standard.

Agios Gordios

An endless beach of golden sand, as well as pebble and crystal-clear water. To the left, there are steep vertical cliffs with dense vegetation and the rocky islet of Tholeto. But there are fully-equipped facilities, including water sports, restaurants, bars and boat rentals.

Dassia

Oblong, with pebbles and a view to the mountains of Albania. In the distance, there is a platform to dive off or to use as a starting point for your favorite water sports.

Mesoggi

Finally, to the left flows a small river and to the right there is a lush, green hill. With plenty of taverns to choose from and with sunbeds and pedal boats to rent.

After all book your Corfu transfer, choose the beach(es) you want to visit and everything will be taken care of by All Corfu Transfers.

Private Tour of Corfu with Transfer – Part 2 Some of the best beaches

In the Part 1 of the Corfu Tour we mentioned the most important attractions that you must see when coming to Corfu. Part 2 will be dedicated to its beaches. All Corfu Transfers may offer you an authentic exploration of the beaches. You can choose as many of the following beaches as you want to visit, or visit them all. Why not?

All you have to do is booking your transfer and a local, experienced and English-speaking driver will pick you up from your accommodation at the time you want with a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle.

Endless sandy beaches with stunning sandstone formations make the beach look like a sculpture. On the western side of Sidari, there are the fjords and the famous Canal d’Amour. The myth has been passed along for generations that, if you swim in this natural passage, you’ll find your soul mate. There is also a waterpark that’s fun for all ages, while at the port there are boats ready to take you on daily excursions to the Diapontia islands.

Firstly, Paleokastritsa have six beaches.

  • Agia Triada: A beach with deep sea. Water ski, parasails, boats for rent, bars and restaurants are just some of the facilities and activities you’ll find here.
  • Alipa: A sandy beach, with big rocks along its northern part. Clean and clear sea. You’ll find umbrellas, sunbeds, boats for rent and a restaurant, as well as a fishing port.
  • Agios Spyridonas:  The most picturesque and popular of all the beaches in Paleokastritsa. It is fully-organized and one of many beaches in Corfu with water sports.
  • Agios Petros: A beach with sand and pebbles, ideal for water sports.
  • Ambelaki: A quiet beach, fully equipped with umbrellas, sunbeds and boats for rent.
  • Platakia:Two neighboring beaches with pebbles, umbrellas, sunbeds and a restaurant.

Benitses

A coastal village with more than one beach with sand or pebbles. The biggest is fully-organized, with umbrellas, sunbeds, water sports, bars and taverns.

Kontokali

At this point, you’ll find one of the most developed resorts in Corfu. The beach is large and sandy, with high standards of service and facilities, hundreds of umbrellas, and a large selection of water sports at least.

Myrtiotissa

Situated between Ermones and Glyfada, you’ll find the cape of Agios Georgios. On its southeastern side, the area of Myrtiotissa has one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Also, to get to the beach, you need to walk for about 20 minutes. But, it has refreshing water, golden sand, a vibrant seabed perfect for scuba diving and a little freshwater stream that flows from the rocks into the sea.

Glyfada

Myrtiotissa’s neighboring beach is very popular at this time, with fine sand, surround by pine-studded hills, olive groves and villas. It is fully-equippe, including a space for beach volleyball. If that sounds like fun, then you’ll find Glyfada is one of the best sandy beaches in Corfu. About 4km away, is the Corfu Golf Club and the Corfu Horse-Riding Club. Nearby is the well-known waterpark, Aqualand.

Acharavi

A very popular beach, with shallow sea and fine sand. It has facilities for water sports as well as taverns.

Roda

Finally, one of the busiest beaches on the island, locate right after Acharavi. It’s fully-organize, with plenty of options for water sports, restaurants and bars.

Above all, book your Corfu transfer, choose the beach(s) you want to visit and everything will be take care of by All Corfu Transfers.

Private tour of Corfu with transfer

Corfu is probably the most beautiful and interesting Greek island. Corfu can offer unique moments and unforgettable experiences to its visitors. It has so many amazing places, natural scenery and attractions. And the best way to visit with private tour is with All Transfers Corfu.

With All Transfers Corfu you can take a personalized private tour of Corfu to visit the amazing city, the enchanting beaches, the picturesque villages. Also the special attractions of the island such as museums, castles, monasteries and more. With a private air-conditioned vehicle with a local, experienced and English-speaking driver, who will pick you up from your accommodation at the time you want.

The first place we recommend to visit is the town of Corfu, a true gem of a town that impresses millions of visitors from around the world every year. Sites of remarkable beauty include Liston, designed in the style of the Parisian Rue de Rivoli. The stunning Spianada Square and architectural masterpieces such as the Palace of St. Michael and St. George. The district of Kambielo, a Venetian creation with its numerous narrow alleyways and houses painted in a multitude of colours, is enchanting. Kremasti Square, with its Venetian stone well is also certainly worth a visit.

Another highlight is the village of Pelekas, an exquisite village offering a wonderful view and the villages of Vatos and Kynopiastes. In the latter, we discovered a truly remarkable Olive Museum. Which is housed in a beautifully-preserved early 20th-century olive mill and where we learned about traditional olive cultivation and olive oil production.

A place you should definitely visit is Paleokastritsa, a place with wonderful beaches. Is the famous Monastery of Paleokastritsa. The monastery houses a museum featuring Byzantine and post-Byzantine icons and other important artefacts.

Our next stop might be the remarkable Angelokastro. One of the most important Byzantine castles, which along with those of Kassiopi and Gardiki. In the acropolis of the castle, at its highest point, the Byzantine Church of the Archangel stands tall.

Another attraction worth visiting is Mon Repo, in Paleopolis. The ground floor of the mansion, built during the period of British rule. Now houses a museum where one can see artefacts, while on the first floor are findings from the excavations at the Paleopolis archaeological site.

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Paleokastritsa: one of the most beautiful places in Corfu

Paleokastritsa is incontestably one of the most visited destinations in Corfu, for all many reasons.

The unspoiled natural beauty of the landscape does not fail to impress even the most travelled of visitors. Crystalline waters wash the small beaches dotting the coves, against a backdrop of sheer slopes clad with rich verdure, olive and citrus groves. While it may be true that this pristine setting is where Ulysses’ ship was allegedly washed out.

Paleokastritsa spreads over the mountainside all the way down to the stunning coastline where it curls up into six individual coves. The main beach is that of Agios Spyridon. After all,this beach is the only sandy beach of the six, which without doubt attracts most of the visitors. Despite the resort’s development and intense tourist activity, Paleokastritsa manages to preserve its authentic charm. It maintains a cosmopolitan, lively atmosphere but stays true to its peaceful original character.

Another key point is that the area is ideal for diving which you can do with organized diving schools or on your own with a snorkel. You can participate in water sports at all beaches and rent lounges and parasols. Also from the central beach you can enjoy a trip by boat and visit the caves of the area, e.g. the cave of Nausika, the blue eye and the cave of Ai Nikolas. You can rent a boat at the port of the area and make excursions to beautiful and romantic beaches which can be approaches only by boat.

Furthermore, at the top of the rock is the Monastery of Paleokastritsa. This Monastery is dedicated to the Virgin Mother and dating from the 18th-19th century. You can visit it daily. It is an excellent example of Greek monasterial architecture. It has a yard with domes and a small Byzantine museum with Byzantine and Post-Byzantine icons. The view from the monastery is wonderful.

Call us or booking via our site for visit Paleokastritsa! It is impossible to come to Corfu and not do this enchanting excursion. All Corfu Transfers guarantees you the best service on the island and completely personalized getaways!

 

Exploring the new habit of tourists visiting Corfu. Why do they prefer transfer?

In recent years, the trend of tourists visiting Greece in general and Corfu in particular, has changed.The tourists that visiting Corfu prefer to transfer with a luxury car.

What doesn’t change is the destination. The Greek Islands are always in the first preferences. And especially Corfu!

Tourists prefer transfer in Corfu because can a break from everyday life, the thirst for new images, new tastes, new smells, new acquaintances.

In order to enjoy this experience to the fullest, to immerse themselves in the culture of Corfu, which is also very special, they have changed their habits.

First of all, many prefer to travel in larger groups, either friends or families.

Second, they prefer to stay in a rented house instead of the hotel which is more impersonal and cold.

Thirdly, they prefer the transfer in Corfu to visit with the comfort offered by a luxury car and the certainty that they will see what is really worth seeing in that particular place (monuments, museums, attractions, etc.) and the certainty that they will do what is worth seeing do by visiting that particular place.

Our professionals drivers are locals, so they know all the different routes towards your destination ensuring that they will take the one that is the most comfortable and quick, being always safe and enjoyable at the same time!

Furthermore, the drivers are almost always local and know Corfu better than anyone. So they can recommend, as only a local knows, which are the best places to swim, which dishes you should definitely try, where is the most enchanting sunset, etc.).

If you have already visited Corfu, we will be happy if you write us your impressions! If not, the time has probably come!

Aqualand Corfu, Top Waterpark in Europe

Visit one of the biggest Water Parks in the world, Aqualand Corfu.

Accordingly, in Aqualand offers a great combination of fun, relaxation and adrenaline. Equipped with 51 slides, pools and a wide variety of other games suitable for all young kids as well as adults.

Aqualand Corfu is equipped with all kinds of water attractions and has many facilities to make your day exciting until the last moment.

Also it’s the ideal place from relaxing under the beautiful maple trees to enjoying the thrill of the water slides.

Another key point, Aqualand Corfu you can have fun at:

KAMIKAZES
In case of kamikazes you will climb 12 meters to the entrance of the game, but be patient. Load into position and be ready to shoot down screaming until you fall into the pool!
Open from 10.30 to 17.30

FREE FALL & FREE FALL PLUS
Have you tried everything and looking for the real thrill? Our 24 m Free Fall is ready for you. Position your body on the top of the Free Falls and get ready for “take off”! A real dose of adrenaline is guaranteed!
Open from 10.30 to 17.30

DOUBLE TWISTERS
This twisty ride comes with it’s own unique route and distinctive angles, is perfect for a friendly race to see who can hit the landing pool first!
Open from 10.30 to 17.30

BABY POOL
For your little ones Aqualand provides the Baby Pool! A variety of tame and fun slides that will amaze your children!
Open from 10.30 to 17.30

FAMILY ADVENTURE – FAMILY RAFTING
A speedy slide of shocking turns with unbelievable speed. Also, the perfect duration of excitement and thrill.
Open from 10.30 to 17.30

LAZY RIVER
Located in the heart of Aqualand, the 350 meters long river surrounded by trees, will take you slowly on a relaxing journey around the park.

INTERACTIVE POOL – JACUZZI
A great combination of adventure and relaxation. Go passed the rope course and splash in the relaxing pool or even have a calming Jacuzzi.

WAVE POOL
Finally enjoy riding the waves! This is a combination of rough sea and swimming pool under controlled conditions, safe even for the kids.
Open from 11.00 to 17.00

Certainly this and many many others you can find in website aqualandcorfu.com.

After all, call us or book your transfer via our site within seconds.

In summary, have fun!!!