Before traveling to Corfu in 2021, it is useful to look at the reviews of tourists about the holidays on the island. We have collected reviews about weather, hotels, beaches, excursions and entertainment. Find out the pros and cons of a Corfu vacation.
Corfu weather reviews
The climate and weather in Corfu is different from other Greek islands. A large green island is located in the north of the country and receives more rainfall here. In winter, it rains in Corfu, and the temperature during the day is about + 10 ° C.
In the second half of March, a warm spring begins, and everything blooms on the coast. In April, the thermometer rises to +18 ... + 20 ° С.
Ekaterina: "Of course, you still don't lie on the beach in April, but you can walk even all day and you won't get tired. In summer you can hardly afford such a luxury."
In late spring, summer and early autumn, rains are rare. The swimming season starts by the end of May, when the sea water near the coast warms up to +18 ... + 20 ° С. In July and August in Corfu, as in all of Greece, real heat reigns. In the daytime, the air temperature rises to +33 ... + 35 ° С. The sea is very pleasant +23 ... + 25 ° С.
sportten: "The weather in Corfu in summer is never bad at all. Only hot sun. For two weeks in August there was solid sun. It only rained once at night."
At the beginning of the velvet season, the weather resembles August. It gets cooler by the end of September. After the summer heat, the sea water cools down slowly, so the swimming season lasts until the first days of November.
Zaya: "Our vacation was in October. The weather at this time is just magical - the air temperature is +26 ... + 30 °. It is slightly lower on the seashore, but it's still warm. For two weeks we have never seen a cloud that is there talk about rain. "
Reviews of hotels in Corfu
The main infrastructure is located on the east coast of the island. The sea is warmer here, and there are many hotels. The picturesque Paleokastritsa is in the lead on the western coast.
Corfu is a popular resort, so the owners keep their hotels and guesthouses at their best. The choice is great. On the island, it is easy to rent a room in a luxury hotel, find budget apartments or a typical Greek house - xenos.
Find out about the best hotels in Corfu for families with children.
To make your holiday in Corfu in 2021 a success, read the reviews of tourists about hotels on the island.
Many holidaymakers liked the Corfu Maris 4 * hotel:
Yulia: "They respond to requests with lightning speed. We asked for a crib, did not have time to return to the room, but the crib was already brought."
Anastasia: "Cleaning every day, very friendly housekeeping and cleaning well."
According to tourists' reviews, not all hotels in Corfu correspond to the declared stars. Here is the opinion left about the hotel Alexandros 4 *, which is located in the city of Perama:
Elvira: "Hotel Alexandros is more like a guest house than a hotel."
Alexey G.: "The food is rather weak, the rooms have old furniture, the renovation is so-so - a C grade."
Reviews about beaches and sea in Corfu
Where is the best holiday in Corfu? The island has pebbly and sandy beaches. There is enough space for everyone on the shore. The sea is clean. According to tourists, shallow beaches in Acharavi, Roda, Paleokastritsa and Yermones are ideal for families with children in Corfu in 2021. Parents also love the beaches of Agios Gordios, Nissaki and Sidari. Near the seaside town of Kavos, the coastline is covered with a thick cushion of soft-touch dry seaweed.
koshka2000l: "The part of the island that looks at the mainland is washed by the Ionian Sea. It is warm. It is comfortable to relax with children. The other part is washed by the Adriatic Sea. The water is cool there."
Inga_Sola: "There are few sandy beaches, mostly rocky or large pebbles. But the water is wonderful. Clean, transparent. Different beaches have different colors."
Reviews of excursions in Corfu
Look for author's interesting excursions on the Sputnik and Tripster sites. Individual and group, no crowds of tourists and in Russian.
Travel companies on the island offer interesting excursions in Russian. Popular trips to ancient monasteries, the Achilleion palace, the Gardiki fortress, the Kassiopi castle and a sightseeing tour of the island's capital - Kerkyra.
For a successful holiday in Corfu in 2021, read the reviews of tourists.
Lyubov: "Excursion" Historical town of Corfu "I advise those who love history and beautiful places." More about the excursion →
Svetlana: "Looking for a non-standard approach, improvisation, richness, types of" Wow, you! "And" Wow "- you are here. Despite the fact that it was winter, the excursion was fascinating, informative, vital". More about the excursion →
Entertainment reviews
According to tourists, vacation in Corfu is not limited to swimming in the sea and excursions. The island has three water parks: Aqualand, Hydropolis and Sidari. Active tourists like sea and river fishing, boat trips and yachts, diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, horseback riding, go-karting and paintball.
Alexey G .: "The water park is super. Slides for any age and taste. A seven-year-old son was just running around in circles, I even lost count."
There is less entertainment for children in Corfu than in Crete. But they are in every resort town. Here is a review of Donkey Rescue Donkey Shelter in Paleokastirica:
nadinMoscow: "Nice to see the animal welfare! If you have kids then don't miss this place. We loved it."
Pros and cons of Corfu holiday 2021
According to the reviews of tourists, holidays in Corfu are popular among wealthy tourists and families with children. The local resorts are one of the most beloved in Greece, so many travelers dream of coming to the island again.
pros holidays in Corfu in 2021:
- Picturesque nature.
- Mild climate.
- Warm sea.
- Nice clean beaches.
- Developed infrastructure.
- The hotel staff speaks English, and in some places also Russian.
- Corfu is considered one of the most expensive Greek resorts, but you can relax here on a budget.
Inga_Sola: "Is it possible to relax in Greece for 30 thousand rubles? You can. Now I know for sure. End of September. Charter flight and a 2-star hotel. Tempting? For such a price, yes."
Minuses:
- All-inclusive meals are rare.
- There are mosquitoes on the coast.
- Long afternoon siesta in shops.
Masha Marusya: "The Greek service is unhurried. The crisis affects - everyone is a little tired."
The nuances of rest in Corfu and tourist advice
Corfu is good for its variety. If you like noisy parties, it is easy to find discos and nightclubs in the major resort cities. Families with children prefer to settle away from bars and in small coastal villages.
Ekaterina: "On the outskirts of Kavos and in many nearby villages, peace and quiet in the evening. It's so nice to have dinner or drink coffee, contemplating the calm sea."
The humid and cool climate has rewarded Corfu with mosquitoes. Pesky insects are sometimes annoying in the evenings. In order not to experience problems, stock up on repellents.
During the summer months, the island is warm during the day and evening. A small set of light beachwear is enough.
If you want to save on restaurants and cafes, rent an apartment with a kitchen and cook yourself. Groceries in stores and markets are inexpensive. Street fast food - burgers and gyros - can be bought for 2-5 €.
