Holidays in Kefalonia GreeceKefalonia is the largest of the Greek islands in the Ionian Sea, being located in the western part of the country. It is named after the mythological figure Cephalus, although some experts believe that its name literally means "an island with a head", referring to the island's shape.
The capital city of prefecture of Kefalonia is Argostoli, also home to 30% of the habitants, while Lixouri is the second major city. This are also the main vacation spots for spending beach holidays in Kefalonia, there being settled the major hotels, most rental properties and holiday attractions.
Holiday Attractions & Hotels in KefaloniaApart from other Greek islands, Kefalonia is covered by dense vegetation and has a stunningly natural beauty including long beaches (many of them inaccessible from land) and spectacular caves. Mirtos, the most popular of all beaches in Kefalonia, is a top attraction for holiday makers due to the magnificent scenic views.
On the island are five harbors and ports from where are available ferry connections to islands of Patras and Ithaca. Port of Poros, in the southern end, has also ferry routes to Kyllini. Argostoli, in the western part, is the largest port and connects the island to Zante and Lixouri. Vasiliki, in north, has links to Lefkas and Ithaca. Lixouri is situated at 4 kilometers distance to Argostoli, across the bay, on the Lixori peninsula. From there starts a road that binds different spots of the island.
Featuring a few great vacation resorts dotted with hotels and rental properties, island of Kefalonia attracts tourists with convenient holiday deals, awesome beaches and exciting water sports like sailing, snorkeling, windsurfing and others. It has an airport, located at about 10 kilometers south to Argostoli, so vacationers can take with ease trips to this great Greek tourist spot. The airplanes fly mainly to the capital city of Athens, but in summer there landing many charter flights of travel agencies from the entire Europe.
A large number of people spend holidays in Kefalonia in the peak season because it is one of the largest Greek islands and has a few very good holiday spots. Numerous tourists choose to stay in or around Lassi, a resort settled at several kilometers distance to Argostoli.
Featured Hotel Resorts in KefaloniaIonian Emerald Resort
Hotel Apostolata Elios Island Resort & Spa
Hotel Avithos Resort
Apartments Sandy Beach Villas and Apartments
Hotel Panas
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