Zakynthos

A Summer Visit to Kalamaki So G and I visited Kalamaki in July 2025. This was our first time in peak season for a few years. Previously, we opted to visit out of season in March or late in the season in September or October. During those times, the resorts are quieter, and the weather is cooler. Our Annual Pilgrimage to Vintage Vintage, based in Kalamaki, is an annual pilgrimage for us! While visiting in March for the carnival in 2024, we found ourselves away on holiday on Mo

Discovering Zante: A Culinary Adventure at The Olive Tree Restaurant A Hot Summer Visit to Zante So, G and I visited Zante this year in early July 2025, and it was HOT! It’s been a few years since we have visited in peak season, opting for trips in March or September/October. Sometimes, we even stayed in Zante Town when the resorts were closed. Dining at The Olive Tree Restaurant One of our favorite places to eat is The Olive Tree Restaurant in Kalamaki. We often find ourselv

Paolo’s for us in an institution; every time we visit Kalamaki our first evening meal is always at Paolo’s. Whether you sample the moussaka, their lamb dishes or perhaps a delicious pork skewer, you will receive a warm welcome and leave with a full stomach. Unlike other countries in the world, the Greek islands are not over priced when it comes to good food and Paolo’s is a perfect example of that. Established in 1990 Paolo’s is situated at the very start of Kalamaki strip

Nestled on the stunning island of Zakynthos, Greece, lies one of the most iconic beaches in the world – Navagio Shipwreck Beach. Known...

a gorgeous sunset over Lithuania to Marathonisi Nestled on the southern coast of Zakynthos, the picturesque village of Lithakia is often...

Laganas, a vibrant resort village on the enchanting island of Zakynthos, is a captivating blend of excitement and natural beauty. This...

G and I visited the island of Zakynthos in October, staying at The Macedonian Hotel for a total of 14 nights. The hotel is located at...

Manoo is located on the main road in Zante Town, sitting opposite the Harbour, and offers a full menu offering breakfast, lunch, dinner...

Zante, or Zakynthos is an island lying in the Ionian Sea an hour’s flight from Athens and around 3.5 hours from the UK. Once described...

The Greek island of Zakynthos, otherwise known as Zante, is one of Greece’s 200+ inhabited islands. Located in the Ionian Sea,...

G and I visited Zakinthos in March, out of season, staying in Zante Town for 3 nights. At this time of year quite a lot of the shops and...

When traveling to Kalamaki, Pandesia is an absolute must do. Travelling into Kalamaki from Laganas, Pandesia is one of the first...

We visited Zakinthos in mid March, staying out of season, in Zante Town itself for 3 nights. As is usual when we stay, we decided to...

G and I enjoy visiting the beautiful island of Zakynthos (Zante) in the off peak season - it is quieter, the weather is still beautiful...

In 2021, during a brief lull in the pandemic lockdown, G and I managed to book a weeks’ holiday on the beautiful island of Zakinthos,...

So, as a family we have been travelling to the beautiful island of Zakynthos (Zante) since around 2004.  Georgia was just 3 years old...

Here is my top 5 things to do in Zante as a complete novice!!