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‘Evdokia’ the 1200-Year-Old Olive Tree on Corfu, Greece

An imposing olive tree on Corfu, known as "Evdokia" is among the oldest trees in Greece, estimated to be between 1086 and 1200 years...

When Casanova Fell in Love With Corfu and Caused a Scandal

When Giacomo Casanova fell in love with Corfu he was only 16 years old, but his first visit was enough to make him go back and leave his mark on the Greek island

Corfu, Homer’s Odyssey and Odysseus’ Petrified Ship

Odysseus' ship, which took him home from Corfu to Ithaka, turned to rock according to legend. Where might Odysseus have washed ashore in Corfu...

The Mon Repos Villa in Corfu, Greece, Where Prince Philip Was Born

Prince Philip was born at dining room table of Mon Repos, which means "my rest," and is situated on the coast of the Greek island of Corfu.

Corfu Island Bars Caught Reselling Unfinished Drinks

Greek authorities have uncovered a concerning practice in some bars on Corfu island, a popular tourist destination. During an operation aimed at identifying tax...

Corfu’s Nostalgic Ghost Village

Old Peritheia is the oldest village of Corfu, which is located in the heart of Mount Pantokrator. Ruined stone mansions and semi-ruined temples with...

Camorra’s Fugitive Love of Soccer Gets Him Caught in Corfu

A 60-year-old Italian fugitive with suspected links to the Camorra criminal organization was arrested on the island of Corfu, Greece on Saturday. The man had...

Greece Wildfires: Fires Still Blazing on Rhodes and Corfu

Wildfires are still burning in several parts of Greece despite the efforts of hundreds of firefighters aided by planes and helicopters. On Rhodes, the fire...

Corfu’s Canal d’Amour, The Greek Channel of Love

One of the most beautiful and well-known beaches on the island of Corfu, the picturesque Canal d'Amour or "Channel of Love," is known throughout...

The Amazing Works of Beloved Corfu Writer Lawrence Durrell

The family of Lawrence Durrell spent four important years on the idyllic Greek island, using his experiences there for the rest of his life.