Island Hopping
Travel To Kefalonia
One of Alexa & Matts Favorite Islands
FROM ZAKYNTHOS TO KEFALONIA Departure Port (Zante): Agios Nikolaos Port (3-5 minute drive from The Peligoni Club). Arrival Port (Kefalonia): Pessada Port. Car Rental: Bring your car on the ferry or rent one in Kefalonia. A car is essential for exploring! Journey Time: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes (Fastest route). Action Item: Book your ferry tickets in advance! WHERE TO STAY Stay In/Near: ARGOSTOLI (The MAIN TOWN) is the best hub for dining and nightlife. MUST-SEE BEACHES Myrtos Beach Greece’s most famous, breathtaking beach. White pebbles and turquoise water. 38 minutes from Argostoli Platis Gialos & Makris Beach Best spot for watersports and great beach bars. Very short drive Petani Beach Stunning scenery on the Lixouri Peninsula. Great for sunset. 45 minutes from Argostoli Antisamos Beach Scenic green landscape near the town of Sami. 30 minutes from Argostoli Quiet Coves Aigios Thomas & Pessada Beaches 15 minutes from Argostoli TOP TOWNS & DINING Fiskardo: Chic village. Great for a nice dinner. Assos: Picture-perfect village for lunch or sunset drinks. Lixouri (Peninsula): Take the ferry from Argostoli. Eat at Erasmia on the beach. Sami: Port town, explore before heading to Antisamos Beach. NIGHTLIFE SPOTS (Mostly in Argostoli) Casa Blanca (Nightclub) My Way Bees Knees Kartavothres FINAL DEPARTURE OPTIONS FLY HOME: Kefalonia has an International Airport (EFL). ISLAND HOP: Take a boat from Fiskardo to Nydri (Lefkada) for your next adventure.
Travel to Lefkada
Another gorgeous Ionian Island!
ZAKYNTHOS TO LEFKADA Departure Port (Zante): Agios Nikolaos Port (3-5 minute drive from The Peligoni Club). Travel Method: Take the short ferry from Zante to Kefalonia (Pessada port), and then take the final boat from Fiskardo (Kefalonia) to Nydri (Lefkada). Journey Time: This is a two-step journey, plan for a full morning of travel. Action Item: Book your tickets in advance! CAR RENTAL Bring your car on the ferry or rent one in Lefkada. A car is essential for exploring the island and reaching the best beaches! WHERE TO STAY Stay In/Near: LEFKADA TOWN is the main city, but staying near Agios Nikitas offers better access to the famous west coast beaches. MUST-SEE LEFKADA BEACHES Pefkoulia Agios Nikitas Milos Beach: Access by boat from Agios Nikitas. Kathisma Egremni Porto Katsiki: Lefkada's most famous, breathtaking beach. TOP LEFKADA TOWNS & DINING Agios Nikitas: Visit Sapfo for dining. Exanthia: Check out Rachi / Fly Me Cocktail bar for great views. Drimonas: Visit Amente for a recommended meal. Lefkada Town: Enjoy La Vinaria, Thymari, and Margarita for dining. Lygia: Kanioria is a great spot. FINAL DEPARTURE OPTIONS FLY HOME: The closest major airport is Preveza-Aktio Airport (PVK), accessible by car from Lefkada. ISLAND HOP: Use Lefkada as a base to explore nearby islands.
Travel to Mykonos
If you are looking to party!
TRAVEL DETAILS Travel Method: We suggest flying from Zakynthos (ZTH) via Athens (ATH) to Mykonos (JMK). This is the fastest way to travel from the Ionian to the Cyclades islands. Action Item: Book your flight and transfers between islands in advance! CAR RENTAL Cars are less necessary here; ATVs, scooters, or taxis are popular for exploring. Consider a small car for convenience if traveling as a group. WHERE TO STAY Stay In/Near: MYKONOS TOWN (CHORA) for walking access to nightlife and dining, or ORNOS / PLATIS GIALOS for better beach access. MUST-SEE MYKONOS BEACHES Paradise Beach: Known for day parties and lively beach bars. Super Paradise Beach: High-energy party beach. Psarou Beach: Upscale and famous. Elia Beach: One of the longest and most beautiful beaches. Agios Ioannis: Beautiful bay with sunset views. TOP MYKONOS TOWNS & DINING Mykonos Town (Chora): Explore the maze-like streets and Little Venice. Little Venice: Famous for sunset cocktails and waterfront dining. Ornos: Popular area with excellent family-friendly restaurants. NIGHTLIFE SPOTS (Focus in Mykonos Town and Beach Clubs) Scorpios (Paraga Beach): Famous sunset ritual and club. Alemagou (Ftelia Beach): Bohemian luxury beach club. Cavo Paradiso (Paradise Beach): World-famous late-night club. Galleraki (Little Venice): Great for cocktails and sunset. Negrita: Great music and dancing FINAL DEPARTURE OPTIONS FLY HOME: Mykonos International Airport (JMK) offers direct flights to many European cities.
Travel to Paros
The island where Alexa's Papou had his house!
TRAVEL DETAILS Travel Method: We suggest flying from Zakynthos (ZTH) via Athens (ATH) to Paros (PAS). This is the fastest way to travel from the Ionian to the Cyclades islands. CAR RENTAL A car or ATV is highly recommended here, as the best beaches and villages are spread across the island. WHERE TO STAY Stay In/Near: NAOUSSA is the most picturesque and lively village with great dining and nightlife, or PARIKIA (the main port) for convenience and access to transport. MUST-SEE PAROS BEACHES Kolymbithres Beach: Unique moon-like rock formations. Golden Beach (Chryssi Akti): Famous windsurfing spot, long sandy beach. Santa Maria Beach: Organized beach with watersports and music. Lageri Beach: Quieter, undeveloped beach near Naoussa. Pounda Beach: Known for its daytime beach club and party atmosphere. TOP PAROS TOWNS & DINING Naoussa: Picturesque fishing harbor, boutique shopping, and high-end dining. Parikia: The main port, explore the old town and the Panagia Ekatontapiliani (Byzantine church). Lefkes: Traditional mountain village, great for afternoon exploration and local tavernas. NIGHTLIFE SPOTS (Focus in Naoussa and Parikia) Naoussa Harbour: Numerous trendy cocktail bars situated around the water like Medusa! Evinos Bar (Naoussa): Popular spot for evening drinks. Sante Cocktail Bar (Parikia): Known for good music and atmosphere. FINAL DEPARTURE OPTIONS FLY HOME: Paros National Airport offers domestic flights to Athens
Travel to Milos
A natural beauty!
TRAVEL DETAILS Travel Method: We suggest flying from Zakynthos (ZTH) via Athens (ATH) to Milos (MLO). CAR RENTAL A car or ATV is highly recommended here, as the best beaches and villages are spread across the island. A car is essential for exploring! WHERE TO STAY Stay In/Near: PLAKA is the main town, offering beautiful sunset views and dining. ADAMAS (the main port) and POLLONIA are also great options for convenience and seaside relaxation. MUST-SEE MILOS BEACHES Sarakiniko: Iconic, unique moon-like landscape. Firopotamos: Picturesque fishing village with clear waters. Skinopi Beach: Quiet spot near the water. Plathenia Beach Mandrakia Beach Mytakas Beach Alogomandra Beach Papafragas Beach: Unique sea cave and small beach area. Boat Trip Must-Do: Do a boat trip to the Kleftiko Caves! TOP MILOS TOWNS & DINING Plaka: Main town, excellent for sunset viewing and traditional dining. Adamas: Main port, offers various services, shops, and tavernas. Pollonia: Charming seaside village with high-quality restaurants. Klima: Famous fishing village with colorful boat houses (Sirmata). Mandrakia: Small fishing village, perfect for a quiet meal by the water. NIGHTLIFE SPOTS (Focus in Adamas and Plaka) Adamas: Has the highest concentration of lively bars. Plaka: Quieter, focused on cocktail bars with sunset views. FINAL DEPARTURE OPTIONS FLY HOME: Milos Island National Airport (MLO) offers domestic flights to Athens! Good to pair with Paros or other Cycladic islands!