Paxi
Paxi is the smallest of the Ionian islands. While Corfu, to the north, is a bustling tourist Mecca, Paxi prides itself on catering to the more discerning tourist interested in good food, beautiful scenery, and peaceful beaches. Paxi definitely has nothing like Corfu's Pink Palace!
Paxi is about 15 km long and 5 km wide, with a good road system. An energetic person could walk anywhere on the island. The coastline near the main town of Gaios has many secluded little beaches within easy walking distance. However, watch your feet, as sea urchins abound. Away from the coast, one can marvel at magnificent ancient olive groves.
The island of Anti Paxi is just two kilometers from Paxi and easily accessible by excursion boat. The two main beaches that the excursion boats pull into are the sandy Vrika beach and the pebbly Voutoumi beach. Both beaches have little tavernas to service them. If you get bored of just splashing in the water and tanning, you can explore the vine covered hillside that surrounds the beaches.
Paxi and Anti Paxi are off the beaten path and are good places to go when you wish to slow down and enjoy a good book while catching some rays on a secluded beach. There are several ways to reach Paxi, I took an excursion boat from Parga.
Paxi is about 15 km long and 5 km wide, with a good road system. An energetic person could walk anywhere on the island. The coastline near the main town of Gaios has many secluded little beaches within easy walking distance. However, watch your feet, as sea urchins abound. Away from the coast, one can marvel at magnificent ancient olive groves.
The island of Anti Paxi is just two kilometers from Paxi and easily accessible by excursion boat. The two main beaches that the excursion boats pull into are the sandy Vrika beach and the pebbly Voutoumi beach. Both beaches have little tavernas to service them. If you get bored of just splashing in the water and tanning, you can explore the vine covered hillside that surrounds the beaches.
Paxi and Anti Paxi are off the beaten path and are good places to go when you wish to slow down and enjoy a good book while catching some rays on a secluded beach. There are several ways to reach Paxi, I took an excursion boat from Parga.
Zakynthos
Awesome beaches! Lonely Planet (the traveller's Bible) says it is the least attractive destination for independent travellers. I tend to disagree. Yes, some beaches are packed and some sections of the island are way, way over developed, but there are some truly spectacular sights and relatively untouched beaches if you take a look. Shipwreck Beach on the north western side of the island is one of the most amazing places I have ever seen. The water is a shade of blue that I have never seen before. It lies in a completely sheltered horseshoe bay, with a sunken ship on the sandy beach. Phenomenal!! Unfortunately, unless you are a skilled climber the beach is only accessable by boat.
A scooter is definitely the way to get around Zakynthos (and most islands). Based out of Zakynthos city we were able to easily get to all areas of the island. Some scooter rental
agencies will require and International Drivers Licence.
Zakynthos' coastline is stunning. Cliffs drop straight down into the crystal clear water, and are pockmarked with little caves. Sparsely populated beaches can also be found if one has their own transportation and is willing to around a little bit.
Shipwreck Beach alone is enough to warrent a stop at Zakynthos. Having said that, there is so much more to see.
A scooter is definitely the way to get around Zakynthos (and most islands). Based out of Zakynthos city we were able to easily get to all areas of the island. Some scooter rental
agencies will require and International Drivers Licence.Zakynthos' coastline is stunning. Cliffs drop straight down into the crystal clear water, and are pockmarked with little caves. Sparsely populated beaches can also be found if one has their own transportation and is willing to around a little bit.
Shipwreck Beach alone is enough to warrent a stop at Zakynthos. Having said that, there is so much more to see.
Awesome site!
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