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Paxos Click on the map to see our photo gallery for Paxos. The map requested shows only a limited number of the resorts on the island, if the resort you are looking for is not indicated on the map, please don't give up. If you are looking for a specific resort or place, you may find by browsing through our image gallery that you will find the location you are looking for and a brief summary of the place or image submitted.We hope to give you a good idea about the location, hotels and places of interest to help you make your mind up and find the perfect holiday destination for you. Click HERE to see our image gallery of the island you have chosen. If you find the holiday destination you are looking for, why not submit your favourite holiday photos and help others in there quest to find their perfect holiday destination. About Paxos Paxi formerly known as "Paxos" and sometimes pronounced "Paxoi", is the smallest of the Ionian Islands (the Heptanese). In fact in Greek it is a plural form and it refers to a complex of islands, the largest of which are Paxi and Antipaxi (a smaller nearby island famous for its wine and sandy beaches).In Greek mythology Poseidon created the island by striking Corfu with his trident, so that he and wife Amphitrite could have some peace and quiet. Although possibly inhabited from prehistoric times, the Phoenecians are traditionally held to have been the first settlers on Paxi. The name is believed to be derived from Pax which meant slate in their language.The island is approximately eight miles in length and tipped up towards the west. The east coast is dominated by steep white, chalky cliffs that are greatly eroded at sea level. Much of the attractive landscape is still covered in olive groves. These stretch from Lakka, the harbour community in the north, through Magazia to Gaios, the capital. Fishing was supplanted by tourism as the principle industry in the mid sixties. There are ferry connections daily with Kerkyra and with the mainland at Parga. Larger ferries still stop offshore on their way down through the Ionian chain of islands.The island is serviced by ferry boats from the mainland Greece port of Igoumenitsa (1.5 hours), speed-boats from Corfu (1–1.5 hours) and high speed ferries from Bari and Brindisi (4 hours). There is no airport but there is a privately-owned seaplane service (7 minutes from Corfu town).Paxos is a quiet haven away from it all and it is an ideal place for families and people who want to enjoy quiet holidays. It is a rocky island and there is not a single place where one cannot see olive trees. Its most vibrant place is the capital Gaios, which boasts 2 discos and a dozen bars. There are another two main villages, the picturesque harbours of Logos and Lakka. High season however is short, lasting usually from 28th July to 25th August. Most visitors come from Italy and seem to occupy the island in August.There is no shortage of accommodation in the island and visitors will have no problems finding a place to stay (unless they visit during the peak season without having booked in advance). There are three hotels and numerous rooms and villas for rent.
Around Paxos Island Lakka The port of Lakka on the northern coast of Paxos has a fantastic bay just outside the village that is sheltered and ideal for families, smaller stony beaches can be found in the town. The main beach outside of the village has good facilities that include water sports and the calm water is ideal for snorkeling. The resort also offers a good selection of restaurants that serve good quality greek food. Yachts and motor boats anchor in the calm clear emerald seas throwing dark shadows on the sea bottom. Rocky outlets on either side of the beach make this a paradise for snorkeling . This resort is just one of the little gems that Paxos has to offer. It is worth while hiring a car or small motor boat and explore one of the many little coves that can be found along the stretch of coast. The village of Lakka is made up of tiny little streets with a mixture of Greek and Venetian architecture and well worth a visit. Gaios Arriving at Gaios from the sea you will pass the two small islands of Panagia and the nearest to the island of Paxos is Agios Nikolaos. The capital town of the island is Gaios. A walk along the harbour and the little colourful boats that line the promenade add to the beauty and charm of this little town. The pace of life here is typified when you sit in the town square and shelter from the sun while drinking iced coffee or a refreshing beer, just getting up and moving on seems such a struggle. Loggos Between Lakka and Gaios on the east coast you will find the resort of Loggos. The restaurants around the little harbour are particularly good and recommended. If your looking for relaxing holiday then the pace of life in this resort does not get any slower. you can relax on one of the un crowded beaches that can be found on this coast line during the day and then take in a leisurely stroll and good greek food in the evening. Anti Paxos You must visit Anti Paxos do not miss this opportunity. Beautiful deserted beaches such as Vrika in the north of the island are a beach lovers delight. Remember to take your snorkel gear with you, this island has some of the best clear waters to be be found anywhere in Greece. Also try some of the local wine that is made from the local vineyards on Anti Paxos. Levrehio (or Levrecchio) Levrehio is is not far from Loggos and is a very popular beach that is ideal for families. Tall cyprus trees dominate the bay at one end sheltering the bay. The beach is mainly shingle and keeps the water crystal clear, the calm waters are ideal for snorkeling. The restaurant at the back of the beach offers lunch and a cool beer at a reasonable price. Monodendri The beach of Monodendri is located between Lakka and Loggos and is probably the most popular beach along this stretch of coast line. The beach can offer good facilities and is well worth a visit. Glyfada If you are looking for the away from it all beach Glyfada is the answer. The best way to get to this beach which is located just north of Loggos is by boat or if your feeling energetic you can walk to this beach.
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Paxos

Click on the map to see our photo gallery for Paxos.

The map requested shows only a limited number of the resorts on the island, if the resort you are looking for is not indicated on the map, please don't give up. If you are looking for a specific resort or place, you may find by browsing through our image gallery that you will find the location you are looking for and a brief summary of the place or image submitted.We hope to give you a good idea about the location, hotels and places of interest to help you make your mind up and find the perfect holiday destination for you.

Click HERE to see our image gallery of the island you have chosen.

If you find the holiday destination you are looking for, why not submit your favourite holiday photos and help others in there quest to find their perfect holiday destination.

About Paxos

Paxi formerly known as "Paxos" and sometimes pronounced "Paxoi", is the smallest of the Ionian Islands (the Heptanese). In fact in Greek it is a plural form and it refers to a complex of islands, the largest of which are Paxi and Antipaxi (a smaller nearby island famous for its wine and sandy beaches).In Greek mythology Poseidon created the island by striking Corfu with his trident, so that he and wife Amphitrite could have some peace and quiet.

Although possibly inhabited from prehistoric times, the Phoenecians are traditionally held to have been the first settlers on Paxi. The name is believed to be derived from Pax which meant slate in their language.The island is approximately eight miles in length and tipped up towards the west. The east coast is dominated by steep white, chalky cliffs that are greatly eroded at sea level. Much of the attractive landscape is still covered in olive groves. These stretch from Lakka, the harbour community in the north, through Magazia to Gaios, the capital. Fishing was supplanted by tourism as the principle industry in the mid sixties. There are ferry connections daily with Kerkyra and with the mainland at Parga. Larger ferries still stop offshore on their way down through the Ionian chain of islands.The island is serviced by ferry boats from the mainland Greece port of Igoumenitsa (1.5 hours), speed-boats from Corfu (1–1.5 hours) and high speed ferries from Bari and Brindisi (4 hours).

There is no airport but there is a privately-owned seaplane service (7 minutes from Corfu town).Paxos is a quiet haven away from it all and it is an ideal place for families and people who want to enjoy quiet holidays. It is a rocky island and there is not a single place where one cannot see olive trees. Its most vibrant place is the capital Gaios, which boasts 2 discos and a dozen bars. There are another two main villages, the picturesque harbours of Logos and Lakka. High season however is short, lasting usually from 28th July to 25th August. Most visitors come from Italy and seem to occupy the island in August.There is no shortage of accommodation in the island and visitors will have no problems finding a place to stay (unless they visit during the peak season without having booked in advance). There are three hotels and numerous rooms and villas for rent.

Around Paxos Island

Lakka

The port of Lakka on the northern coast of Paxos has a fantastic bay just outside the village that is sheltered and ideal for families, smaller stony beaches can be found in the town. The main beach outside of the village has good facilities that include water sports and the calm water is ideal for snorkeling. The resort also offers a good selection of restaurants that serve good quality greek food. Yachts and motor boats anchor in the calm clear emerald seas throwing dark shadows on the sea bottom. Rocky outlets on either side of the beach make this a paradise for snorkeling . This resort is just one of the little gems that Paxos has to offer. It is worth while hiring a car or small motor boat and explore one of the many little coves that can be found along the stretch of coast. The village of Lakka is made up of tiny little streets with a mixture of Greek and Venetian architecture and well worth a visit.

Gaios

Arriving at Gaios from the sea you will pass the two small islands of Panagia and the nearest to the island of Paxos is Agios Nikolaos. The capital town of the island is Gaios. A walk along the harbour and the little colourful boats that line the promenade add to the beauty and charm of this little town. The pace of life here is typified when you sit in the town square and shelter from the sun while drinking iced coffee or a refreshing beer, just getting up and moving on seems such a struggle.

Loggos

Between Lakka and Gaios on the east coast you will find the resort of Loggos. The restaurants around the little harbour are particularly good and recommended. If your looking for relaxing holiday then the pace of life in this resort does not get any slower. you can relax on one of the un crowded beaches that can be found on this coast line during the day and then take in a leisurely stroll and good greek food in the evening.

Anti Paxos

You must visit Anti Paxos do not miss this opportunity. Beautiful deserted beaches such as Vrika in the north of the island are a beach lovers delight. Remember to take your snorkel gear with you, this island has some of the best clear waters to be be found anywhere in Greece. Also try some of the local wine that is made from the local vineyards on Anti Paxos.

Levrehio (or Levrecchio)

Levrehio is is not far from Loggos and is a very popular beach that is ideal for families. Tall cyprus trees dominate the bay at one end sheltering the bay. The beach is mainly shingle and keeps the water crystal clear, the calm waters are ideal for snorkeling. The restaurant at the back of the beach offers lunch and a cool beer at a reasonable price.

Monodendri

The beach of Monodendri is located between Lakka and Loggos and is probably the most popular beach along this stretch of coast line. The beach can offer good facilities and is well worth a visit.

Glyfada

If you are looking for the away from it all beach Glyfada is the answer. The best way to get to this beach which is located just north of Loggos is by boat or if your feeling energetic you can walk to this beach.

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