There's No Place Like Lefkada

Have you ever dipped in turquoise waters at a white sandy beach all the while wondering if you're in some far-off exotic island? Lefkada can undoubtedly offer such locations and the memories to go along with them.
One of the seven islands of the Ionian Sea, Lefkada can be reached by car as there is only a small bridge that connects it to mainland. As soon as you step on the island you'll see the city of Lefkada, but unless you want to do some shopping I would suggest continuing your trip. Pass Nikiana with the rocky and sandy beaches, to reach Nidri if you want to visit the waterfalls or, again, stop for coffee and do some shopping. Nidri is also the place to go for day tours to smaller islands such as Onasi's Scorpio island.

For extraordinary beaches visit Kathisma and Ag. Nikitas. The water is a shade of blue you don't see very often and the sand is soft like powdered sugar. It does tend to get a few waves there though, but it's worth going. A couple kilometers further and you'll find the picturesque village of Ag. Nikitas for a "cozy" care-free time. Porto Katsiki is a beach whose glory was discovered in recent years and, although it's difficult to get to if you decide to take the long drive, the location and the view are quite rewarding.

I can't say that I've been everywhere in Lefkada, but when it comes to eating fresh fish I'll never forget the dinner I had at Sivota, right by the sea after a long day at the beach.


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