Matina goes to Ithaca 🏝️

Paralia Kaminia

“This was my top favourite beach in the island. Four days in Ithaca and I spent two of them there. The combination of the green mountain and light blue sea makes this place look like the Greek version of blue lagoon. There is also the cutest beach bar you will see if you want a cocktail or something to eat to make the experience 100/10. Highly recommended for couples.”

Gidaki beach

“Ok, Gidaki is fairly the most known beach in Ithaca and a totally must-see. The scenery makes you think that you are in the Caribbean. Literally the photo speaks for itself. There is a hiking trail that leads there, or you can go by a local boat that does this trip twice a day from Vathy. ”

Filiatro Beach

“Filiatro was the first beach I went to, the moment I arrived on the island. Super easy to get there by car, crystal clear water and small pebbles. A part of the beach is organised with a cute beach bar-restaurant by the side. ”

Kourvoulia Beach

“I consider this as a hidden gem, as we randomly crossed it on our way to Kioni settlement. Totally peaceful, wild-unorganised beach with amazing clear waters. It has natural shade from the trees. ”

To Χάνι

“An amazing restaurant in between North and South Ithaca. The view is something else, as it is placed almost on top of a mountain. I personally recommend every traditional dish they have. Also, the service is excellent 👌 ”

Ο Μπάτης

“Traditional restaurant by the sea at the port of Vathy. Huge and very tasty dishes without leaving you with empty pockets. It is famous for the fish and seafood 🍤 ”

Pantopoleion

“Even though it says “grocery store” the “traditional cafe & more” would describe it better. It is owned by a granny that makes pies and sweets with local recipes. I felt like I was visiting my grandmother, honestly. I suggest you try the onion pie and a milk pie with honey at her little balcony that has a view from the north-east side of the island. P.S.: be aware of the wasps. ”

Avli - Cafe Bar

“A pretty cafe that you can have your breakfast or brunch. It has many choices and most of the things are made with local ingredients. Also, amazingly low prices. It is worth visiting. ”

Vathy

“Vathy is the “capital” of the island. It has all the essentials a tourist is going to need. Supermarket chains, bakeries, pharmacies, places to rent all kinds of vehicles, even a football field. It is the center of the island and therefore the most convenient place to stay. ”

Stavros

“Stavros is another big locality, in the northern part of the island this time. It has a lot of cute cafes, bakeries and taverns. In contrast to Vathy, it is built on a hillside. However there are a lot of trails passing through it. ”

Frikes Port

“Frikes is a small seaside locality with a port. You can explore it in less than an hour as it is very small. It has some cute cafes and souvenir shops ✨”

Kioni

“Kioni is another small village with a port. You can find graphic restaurants and cafes by the seaside. The whole place makes you think you are in an Italian riviera. ”