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Topic: There Is More To Corfu Than Kassiopi
Forum: General Corfu Holiday Questions
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davyboy
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Posted: 20 Feb 2014 at 6:15am
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[QUOTE=sedgi] Hi have been going to Corfu since 1991 and would like to say there is more to Corfu than Kassiopi. Yes lovely place but every time log on that is all that is mentioned, there are many of nice places to stay and would be nice to hear them mentioned. Have been to Ipsos, San Stef, Paleo, Glyfada, St George, Sidari, Roda, Ropa valley, Corfu town and yes even Kavos and many more. Sedgi [/QUOTE] You only have to check this page out to find more than Kassiopi. http://www.agni.gr/holiday-forum/forums.html View Topic:
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Topic: There Is More To Corfu Than Kassiopi
Forum: General Corfu Holiday Questions
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sedgi
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Posted: 14 Feb 2014 at 5:05pm
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Hi have been going to Corfu since 1991 and would like to say there is more to Corfu than Kassiopi. Yes lovely place but every time log on that is all that is mentioned, there are many of nice places to stay and would be nice to hear them mentioned. Have been to Ipsos, San Stef, Paleo, Glyfada, St George, Sidari, Roda, Ropa valley, Corfu town and yes even Kavos and many more. Sedgi
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Topic: Pelekas Village
Forum: Pelekas
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stevie f
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Posted: 06 Jan 2013 at 12:55am
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Pelekas village lies on the west coast of Corfu some 15 kilometers west of Corfu town and the airport.
Taxi to the village is currently 25 euros or you can catch the number 11 bus from San Rocco Square for 2 euros.
It is not exactly known when the village was founded, although the name Pelekas can be found in the historical archives of Corfu as far back as the 16th century and in church records dating from the 17th century.
It is also unknown where the name Pelekas comes from, although one suggestion is that it derives from the word "pelekis" which was a type of ancient axe, used by the villagers for cutting wood or carving stone.
In the lower part of the village is the Theotokos Odigitria church where the service takes place for the yearly panayiri or festival on 23rd August. This swells the local population from around 500 to over 1,000 in the main plateia or Square.
In the upper part of the village is the Saint Nikolaos church and a 15 minute walk uphill will bring you to the Kaisers Throne viewpoint and a third church called Thetokos Evangelistria. Two further churches fall in to the Pelekas area and they are Saint Anargyri and Saint Onoufrios. All these churches date from around 1750.
There are many tavernas and cafe bars in Pelekas which is unusual for a village inland.
This is a legacy from the late 70's and 80's as scandanavians and europeans alike took advantage of cheap student bus and railway tickets to visit Corfu.
As Pelekas beach, known locally as Kontagialos became the backpackers daytime paradise, the village 20 minutes uphill became the centre for their nightlife.
Hundreds of young backpackers crammed the streets, the local people embraced them and duly supplied them food and drink by opening more tavernas and bars, many of them still surviving today.
The Pelekas Cultural Society promotes cultural awareness, maintains local traditions and organises festivals, as well as running choirs and dance groups.
There is also a costume museum on the main road up to the village which houses a private collection of traditional Greek dress dating from the 19th century.
Now Pelekas is back to a traditional village where life ambles along at a slow pace. In the summer months there is a free bus service that will take you from the village down to the beaches of Pelekas and Glyfada.
All the traffic have to give way as the bus to Corfu Town does a multi point turn around in the square. Cats walk in the road as tourists come through on their way to Glyfada and Mirtiotissa beaches. Cars slow down to let Spiros from the souvlaki grill room cross the road to serve his customers.
So, next time you are in Corfu, take a trip to Kaisers Throne, have some lunch in the village square and then head down to the beach for a well deserved swim. Sunbathe on the sandy beach and watch the dramatic sunset over the sea.
Stevie, 
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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WeeMinx
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Posted: 10 Jul 2012 at 4:25pm
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Hi Rocco, I must agree with the majority, taking into account the ages of your children. Glyfada does have a beautiful beach with strong waves so you would have to keep an eye on the children at all times. There are also several tavernas serving various types of food, from Greek to pizza n chips if you so desire.
On the other hand Kalami/Kouloura is more laid back, each has a smaller shingle beach but has everything you would desire for a day visit. I think the children would have a great time exploring and you would have a more relaxing time knowing they were safe at the waters edge.
Which ever you chooses, enjoy!
Annie
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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lily's gran
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Posted: 05 Jul 2012 at 12:46am
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Don't tell him indoors about the nubile young things in Glyfada or I'll never get him back to Kalami!!
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
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Jupiter
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Posted: 04 Jul 2012 at 7:35pm
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We stayed in Glyfada in May this year, and really enjoyed the place. A little isolated however the beach is amazing, supposed to be one of the best in Corfu. Waves were even big enough for surfing. Back to A and A this September though for two weeks.
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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Deedee
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Posted: 02 Jul 2012 at 3:48pm
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We visited Glyfada once. It seemed to be full of nubile young things barely wearing brief bathing attire. Perhaps we were just unlucky!
On the other hand, this year we'll be having our 11th holiday in Kalami.
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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SusieH
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Posted: 01 Jul 2012 at 1:53pm
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You might be right, Kouloura might well fit the bill. There is also very little traffic, not much parking LOL sometimes you have to really squeeze in somewhere I would say Glyfada is not for you bearing in mind what your kids like doing
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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lily's gran
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Posted: 30 Jun 2012 at 1:08pm
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Kalami/Koulura every time... Glyfada is nice but the drive up north has some lovely views
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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sooz
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Posted: 30 Jun 2012 at 10:44am
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Glyfada is certainly a beautiful beach; very sandy. However, with such limited time I would head for Kalami and Kouloura. Easier to get to than Glyfada and a beautiful drive on the coast road to boot. Sue View Topic:
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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Canarydave
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Posted: 29 Jun 2012 at 9:38pm
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The drive to Kouloura would take 45 minutes to an hour if you do not get stuck behind a slow lorry. I do not know Glyfada beach however I wholeheartedly recommend Kalami/Kouloura. Lovely settings with clean beaches and fine tavernas for lunch/dinner. View Topic:
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Topic: Which Is Best Kouloura Or Glyfada Beach?
Forum: Kalami, Kouloura and Agni
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Rocco
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Posted: 29 Jun 2012 at 9:24pm
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I was hoping for some assistance. My wife and 3 children, ages 10, 8 and 6, are coming to Corfu for one day, we are on a cruise. I have 2 questions: Which beach is best, considering I have only 1 day, Kouloura or Glyfada? Everything I read seems to point to Kouloura/Kalami but I was curious what all of you thought. How far of a drive is it from New Port Corfu, where we dock, to Kouloura?
Thank you in advance for the assistance and any helpful hints you have would be great.
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Topic: Old Glyfada Forum
Forum: Glyfada
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Elliemay
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Posted: 19 Feb 2012 at 3:59am
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The old Glyfada forum can be viewed here:
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