Frosina Ristovska

Kefalonia – the magical island Traveling is not a luxury, it's a bare necessity. So if you are looking for a piece of heaven on Earth you have to visit the Greek island - Kefalonia. This Ionian island will embrace you and give you the best holiday ever. Starting with Fiscardo a picturesque and beautiful harbor village on the Northern tip of Kefalonia, largest of the seven Ionian Islands. If you visit Fiscardo during the summer you would be able to see an extravaganza of ages, a mixture of traditional, unpretentious Greece represented by the small fishing boats that moor alongside the coast and the new era of the 21 century repainted in the extravagant, luxury world famous visitors enriched with some of the most expensive and fanciest yachts and sailboats. Many of these are owned by the rich and famous who are attracted to Kefalonia by the tranquillity of Fiscardo. If you decide to stay in capital Argostoli – there would be tons of things to do and to see, such as having a nice, long walk along the marina, see all the boats and smaller ferries coming and going to and off this port. You can even rent one of the boats to enjoy and explore in the whole island ant its crystal clear blue water. If you want to see some sea creatures while you are here you can do that. It's well-known fact to the islanders that within the Bay of Argostoli there live a population of endangered loggerhead sea turtles which you can see every morning from 9 to 11. They gathered here at this same time every day for a reason, that is the food the fishermen bring with them. The fish and other sea animals that are not good enough for the local markets are the perfect meal for the turtles. If you are interested in quality fine and dine in the capital of the island you can try one just here, either in one of the restaurants on the square or sitting in some of the taverns facing the port waters. Just two kilometers distance from the busy streets and the branded shops of Argostoli you can visit Lassi. Located in the south-west of Kefalonia-Lassi is the perfect spot for families, couples, and beach lovers. A dozen of hotels and private villas can welcome you and make your holiday a modern fairy tale. One of the sandiest beaches on the island Makris Yialos is situated right here amongst with a few smaller, completely private beaches. Along Lassi’s main street there are plenty of taverns where you can sip some local wine, taste the traditional Greek cuisine and watch the breathtaking sunset. The beach Costa Costa is one of the best beaches on the island and also the most organized one still here in Lassi. This is the spot where the green of the forest meets the endless horizon of the sea. And stepping the golden sand will provoke in you a feeling of touching feathers barefoot. Svoronata beach – Situated on the south-west coast of Kefalonia, the village of Svoronata is set among the fertile valleys and rolling hills of the Livathos region. The village has retained much of its old-world charm, thanks to the sleepy winding streets and colorful gardens. If you are looking for a peaceful place where you can hear your own thoughts, spread your limbs and if you are in love with adrenalin and the feeling of catching the planes with your bare hands, if you are a wave lover than Svoronata village is the picture-perfect choice for your summer holiday. A bit further from all the mentioned above but not the least in its attraction is Skala beach. Located in the bottom of the Head" island on the edge of Skala Town you can discover a massive beach, long and deep at the same time, surrounded by pine trees. The composite of sand and shingle make Skala beach one of the most known beaches on the island. There are a few taverns along this stretch of coast where you can provide snack and cold drinks for the long, hot days spent swimming in the gorgeous water of the sea. Myrthos beach – there aren't relevant words that can describe this beauty. Myrthos beach is the must see the place. You can only experience this flawless beach and its water. You shouldn’t try to transform it into a prose. The beach is semi-circular shape surrounded by white rocky cliffs with lush vegetation, just enough to reveal the meaning of the word preserving, and create a spectacular setting. The green fauna and the abrupt terrain, the white pebbles, and the sapphire waters compose breathtaking scenery. There aren't any umbrellas or sunbeds on this beach, so it remains completely unspoiled, ideal for total isolation and reality run away. Myrtos beach is the first beach that will come up to you if you type Kefalonia on your computer. This beach during the years has become a landmark of the island. It is affected by strong winds so waves are often an accessory of the sea here. Sun, sand, and sea what else can you expect from a perfect summery day.