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When visiting Zakynthos many people choose to hire a vehicle, whether it be a car, scooter or quad, but lots of visitors can be confused when it comes to Greek road rules. So, here is some basic info to help.  REGULATIONS Driving licence National driving licences conforming with the model …

As we all know ZAKYNTHOS is famed for clear turquoise waters and is an island that draws visitors from all over the world   Many love swimming in the sea and a few of the beaches are set up for water sports too. Many aren’t aware however that the island is …

Traditions are part of the Zakynthian way of life; they have been passed down from generation to generation and are still today kept alive. Nearly every religious celebration is tied into tradition and Zakynthians take their traditions seriously. At most religious ceremonies you will be able to take photographs, it …

As with most traditions, food is important and the Zakynthian cuisine is a must for anyone to try. Zakynthians are well known for their dishes and of course their wines.  A wide array of native Ionian grape varieties have been planted on the island for centuries, and are most famously …

Zakynthos has plenty to offer as far as entertainment goes, both during the day and at night. There is something for everyone, whether visitors just want to chill out and be serenaded by the locals, or go all out, in a night of frenzy. A wide variety of Zakynthos Island …

Zakynthos Town is the main town on the island and is full of things to do. It boasts a beautiful harbour where visitors can walk and admire the variety of boats, catch ferries to the mainland or take local boat trips to local sites. The sweeping semi-circular harbour brings the …

At the south-eastern tip of Zakynthos, around fifteen km from Zakynthos Town is the Vasilikos peninsula. Unlike other Zakynthos resorts, Vasilikos is a group of small villages including Agios Ioannis, Ano Vasilikos and Vasilikos itself. Accommodation in Vasilikos is plentiful, made up of a mix of apartments, hotels, studios and …

Tsilivi is a resort of Zakynthos that’s situated on the east coast of the island, situated about 6km north of Zakynthos Town and around 11km south of Alykes. Both are within easy driving distance from Tsilivi. There are also regular buses between Tsilivi and Zakynthos Town, buses also run to Alykes …

On the south coast of the island of Zakynthos is the resort of Laganas. Known for its depiction of a sometimes rowdy resort for 18-30’s age group, Laganas tends to lend itself to having a tarnished reputation, but the resort isn’t really that bad. Yes, at night the clubs pump …

Situated in the South-West of Zakynthos is the lovely village of Keri. Although the area is set up for tourism the village is one of the few areas that survived damage from past earthquakes and so typical lovely old houses and small alleys still exist, giving visitors a more laid …