City break in Zakynthos Island. Active leisure ideas for Zakynthos Island - attractions, recreation and nightlife
In Zakynthos, it is necessary to visit the Bay of Navajo, sometimes also called the "smugglers’ bay". In addition to the most beautiful view that some people consider to be a real visiting card of the island and the cleanest beach, the true "highlight" of this place is the Panayotis ship, which smuggled tobacco from Turkey to Italy, stranded here 40 years ago. You can get here only by water.
Zakynthos is just great for a vacation with children. There are many beautiful beaches with a gentle descent, and unusual natural objects, historical monuments, and attractions for children … Open
The island's cuisine absorbed all the best traditions of the Greek culinary. One of the most important ingredients in almost any dish is olive oil. The Islanders also like to use tomatoes, … Open
If you want, you can explore the beauty of the island on a rented mountain bike. The most beautiful places for bike tours are in the area of Vasilikos hills and a mountain range located east of the island's capital. However, if you prefer to travel on your own two feet, you won’t be disappointed with the variety of walking routes. Olive groves, oak, cypress, and pine forests, rivers, waterfalls, and caves are just some of the natural sites that can be found on the island. Be sure to get to Gerakas Bay, near which is located an almost deserted clean beach – you cannot miss such a natural beauty. Do not forget to visit the National Marine Park.
When you are talking to the local residents, remember that not all gestures here have a traditional meaning. For example, the palm that is spread out and directed right at the interlocutor … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Zakynthos Island and surroundings
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National and city parks around Zakynthos Island
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko limnothalasson Mesolongiou – Aitolikou' , 76.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Ygrotopon Amvrakikou' , 142.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko limnothalasson Mesolongiou – Aitolikou' , 76.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Ygrotopon Amvrakikou' , 142.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Zakynthos Island from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Melissani Cave
From the series “Fantastic and Colorful Caves Inside the Earth”
Check on the map: Distance from Zakynthos Island center - 54.7 km.
Scientists believe that the cave was formed about 20000 years ago, due to the erosion of rocks. During one of the earthquakes, the upper part of the cave collapsed, giving way to daylight. It stains the crystal clear waters of the cave lake in bright azure color and makes the walls of the cave painted in a variety of shades. Boat trips along the cave lake are incredibly popular among tourists. The depth of the cave lake is quite large and reaches 14 meters. The water in it is so clean that even at such a depth one can easily examine the stony bottom. …
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Navagio Beach
From the series “The Hidden and Hard-To-Reach Beautiful Beaches”
Check on the map: Distance from Zakynthos Island center - 18.7 km.
Located on Zakynthos Island, the Navagio Beach is popular with the followers of the peaceful rest. Literally one can translate the beach name as 'the shipbreak' from the Greek. In the ancient times these coastal stretches were considered one of the most dangerous among sailors. The reason for this are the underground currents, because of which the numerous ships were undersigned and a sandbank. …
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah. Read this
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Guide to your best city break in Zakynthos Island - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Zakynthos Island - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Zakynthos Island?' disappears immediately.