Chalfont Holidays

Kefalonia is a romantic island and is very popular with couples looking for a perfect time, it has a vast array of villas and boutique hotels to chose from and resorts are often in a smaller scale and offer a more relaxing ambiance. In Kefalonia you will find villas and hotels with the most amazing private "infinity" swimming pools with endless views over the ocean - there is no better way to relax.

The most popular and bustling holiday resorts in Kefalonia are based in Lassi near Argastoli and in Skala in the south of the island. They are certainly the busiest resorts and are well worth a visit especially if you have children in your party as they boast some of the best beaches in Kefalonia. Lassi has Makris Gialos and Platis Gialos beach's and Skala has a beautiful beach of fine golden sand that stretches over a full mile of clear blue ocean. Kefalonia

To the north of the island you will find the quieter picturesque resorts of Fiskardo and Assos, with dramatic scenary, amazing sea cliffs, quiet beaches and relaxing walks through vineyards and strawberry trees these are great resorts for those looking to get away from it all.

While there is plenty to see and do in Kefalonia if you have the opportunity please try to visit Melissani’s underground lake and Myrtos Beach. The underground lake is a wonder to behold - take a small boat to clear blue water under a rock face and you will be amazed as the sun beams down through the cavity above. Myrtos beach is world famous and was recently voted as the worlds 5th most beutiful beach - it is located to the north of the capital and is a magical place.

The Kefalonian people, like most Greeks are renowned for their friendly way and many speak very good English and will treat you more like a friend than a tourist and will do all they can to make your stay special. With beautiful dramatic scenery, stunning beaches, great weather and friendly people a Kefalonia holiday is one you will never forget and has many people coming back year after year.

Here are some highlights from the wonderful island of Kefalonia.