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Take part in a variety of physical activities that will take place around Kefalonia, from the 22 to the 24 of September 2023. The participants will have the chance to observe non famous spots of the island as well as the unspoiled natural beauty while at the same time exercise and meet other participants! 

August is the busiest month of the summer in Kefalonia, due to the hundreds of visitors exploring the island and all the events that take place within a short distance and time! It is a real celebration, everyone is enjoying the sun, the salt, the music, the food & wine, the summer breeze and the moon!

Mountain Ainos apart from its magical beauty and explicit views over the island was first declared a National Park in 1962 and houses the heart of Kefalonia’s biodiversity. Recently was announced as the first Dark Sky Park of…

After a month with very unstable weather, full of clouds, dust and rain, the sun has come and hopefully will last!  The 4th of June 2023 is the last full moon of the spring, or…

If you haven’t already booked your holidays, do not miss any more time! Kefalonia is the ideal destination for anyone that wants to relax after a stressful winter! Amazing endless beaches, archaeological sites, impressive caves,…

The day is called ‘Protomagia’ (literally meaning the first day of May) and is also a celebration of spring, nature and flowers blooming

When arriving in early season at Kefalonia and beaches are not warm enough for everyone to swim, there is no need to worry as there are so many more things to do! April is usually…

Clean Monday, which in the Orthodox Christian Church marks the end of the Carnival celebrations, the beginning of Great Lent, until Holy Easter and the beginning of Spring!!!

It has been a little more than a year ago when we saw a photo on facebook of 3 puppies (2 white curly haired ones and one black) looking for home. I called the woman…

Kefalonia by Anna wishes a Happy Holiday season to all of our friends from Greece and sends special thanks to all of the travelers and readers from all over the world that have been supportive…

Check your availability and flights and contact me to help you to organise your perfect holidays for summer 2023 in Kefalonia!

Travel information on Island Hopping in the Ionian Sea. How to visit Kefalonia, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Meganissi, Corfu and Paxoi.

From this rock, 10 or so years ago, I surrendered unconditionally to my beloved sea. With a long and deep dive we were united forever. Here I made my first dreams, I put my tiny son, in the transparent waters, I shared, with both of them, many fairy tales but also many of my truths.

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These images are inspired by my infinite love of the sea and my passionate love of photography! I’ve combined some of my best photographs and experimented with colour to produce these pictures which I hope…

This has been a very strange year, first with Covid-19, and then recently, hurricane Janos and it’s consequent flooding and damage. Even for those of us not greatly affected, the shock of the damage and…

Driving through Falari on the mountain road to the Monastery of the Holy Virgin, Lamia provides a whole new landscape experience! The road passes through the steep and rugged mountains, giving glimpses of small enclaves,…

Covid-19 has somehow affected us all over the past year, and now many people are looking for a safe, yet relaxing holiday to unwind and de-stress for a while. Kefalonia’s hospitality is still second to…

Kefalonia is following Greece’s strict protocols for controlling Covid-19 and it’s working! In Kefalonia there have been 10 confirmed cases since the beginning of the pandemic and no hospitalised cases. No new cases have been…

On the 25th of July (the eve of the St. Friday) celebrations are held in the tiny church at Farsa beach. The church was built slowly, with donations from the villagers, on the site of…

Take a moment and have a closer look at the things you may normally pass by… I’m very fortunate to live beside the sea. I appreciate the view, the smells and the sights but very…

Kefalonia’s timeless beauty remains untouched during these difficult times. Luckily I can continue to explore this charming island during the summer months and to record its beauty. Normally work begins to renovate, clean and decorate…

In this period of uncertainty one definite constant is “Philoxenia” – the Greek tradition of hospitality and the love of strangers, or as we say family we just haven’t met yet! The Greek government has…

As talk of easing lockdown measures begin in some parts of Europe we are cautiously optimistic that Kefalonia will be welcoming friends back soon! The outbreak of Covid-19 has caused a very difficult period for…

So it’s been a few weeks since we’ve spoken but we were left speechless and upset by the initial shock of the Coronavirus outbreak worldwide and the reality of what it means for all of…

Summer 2020 is nearly here!!! We have many beautiful beaches, activities and attractions to share with you, so whether you’re looking for total relaxation, an adrenaline fuelled holiday or anything in between we have something…

Whether you are a novice or experienced at snorkeling there is always something new to discover in our beautiful turquoise sea!

At Megas Soros, the highest peak of Ainos of 1628 meters, you will get a panoramic sea view all around the island. Ainos is a national park due to its unique flora and fauna.

This is an experience not to be missed! I had the luck to take this stunning 3 day cruise on one of the most beautiful boats, touring around the breathtaking islands of the Ionian Greek…

Over the past years the tourist season has extended and autumn for me is the best time of year on Kefalonia;  the weather gets cooler, the light is sweeter, the beaches are washed and calm,…

In autumn the climate becomes milder and it is a great time to observe the changes in nature and small animals. My village, Agia Efimia is beautiful during this season, the village is still open…

Theotokos Drapaniotissa is the patron of Argostoli and it is celebrated every September 24th. A litany and a procession through De Bosset bridge take place, with the presence of the municipal official, the philharmonic and a crowd of people.

I was recently contacted by the team at RDF Television UK to see if I could help with sourcing people for a new TV show they are putting into production. They are making a new…

For us holidays are usually a time to relax but exploring the area around us is always an important part of our trip. One of the best parts of my job is getting to meet…

We’re a family of four from Devon in the UK. We normally go on holiday in our campervan, but our two sons who are now young adults, are finding this is increasingly unappealing. Although summer…

An unusual blip in the weather has brought us some rain and cloudy skies! Not to worry there are plenty of activities to do until normal sunny weather resumes! Sit back, relax with a drink…

Here you can find 5 more of my favourite easy walks on Kefalonia island to enjoy with your family or friends. Low season is the ideal time to explore, when the temperatures are cooler, there…

Here you can find 5 of my favourite easy walks on Kefalonia island to enjoy with your family or friends. Low season is the ideal time to explore when the temperatures are cooler, there are…

Ήταν τέλος της σεζόν του 2017 όταν ο Peter και η ομάδα του επισκεύτηκαν το νησί μας για να ολοκληρώσουν ένα από τα επεισόδια της σειράς My Greek Odyssey, αποκλειστικά για την Κεφαλονιά. Κατά την…

Easter in Greece is an important period of custom and traditions so connected with our childhood and upbringing that following and protecting them is a matter of respect to our history and generations gone by.

Hello! I’m Anna Votsi, the creator of the personal travel guide Kefalonia by Anna Over the last couple of years my site has reached over one million page views and over two million video views…

My Greek Odyssey with Peter Maneas is an Australian 13-part television series that takes viewers to some of the most spectacular and unique islands in Greece where he travels on his super-yacht Mia Zoi (One…

On its 25th anniversary, the best selling novel is brought to life in a world premiere theatrical production touring around the UK in spring 2019 At the end of March 2018 I received a really…

The Traverso Festival has taking place usually in July for the past 6 years. It is hosted in Lakithra Hill and included a wide variety of great live music, a circus, a bazar, a buffet, creative recycling workshops for children, interactive fairytale telling, yoga for adults and so much more!

We’re often asked about the weather in Kefalonia during the winter. It’s difficult for summer visitors to believe that we have snow, rain, ice and storms when they are basking in high temperatures under the…

Ideally people could make a living from their hobbies. I am one of those lucky people that have managed to leave the busy capital, a great job and loads of good friends and relatives (that…

Christmas in Kefalonia is a holiday full of activity, food and, of course, festive traditional celebrations.

The beautiful stone De Bosset bridge is the landmark of Argostoli city. Built-in 1813, it holds the record for the longest stone bridge above the sea in the world!

A very special day trip from Kefalonia! I recently visited one of the most famous landmarks on the island of Zakynthos (Zante), Navagio Beach, a cove on the northwest shore isolated by high cliffs and…

Assos, a short walk, a wall, a cat and loads of colour through a mobile phone!  

After an extremely busy and hot summer Kefalonia moves towards the end of the tourist season and the atmosphere becomes more relaxed and laid back.  Now the temperature is not so punishing and some tourist…

Special Holidays does not only mean relaxing under the sun and swim in crystal clear turquoise waters… It can be so much more than that and I am here to help you discover the way… Converse with…

Cinema Paradiso – Kourkoumelata is for those who love the beauty and experience of outdoor cinema, movies played under the moon and stars. Inspired by a kind and elderly gentleman that used to go to the…

After the high season has peaked in August things begin to cool down and chill out…But there are still many festivities and events to celebrate in September! Enjoy: 31st Aug -2nd – 4th Ionian VolksFest…

We all want to help reduce waste don’t we? and if we can save some cash whilst we are doing it even better!!! You don’t have to be an experienced eco-warrior… here are a few…

August 15 – the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. On the island, there are many events and churches with special celebrations, such as Panagia Lagouvarda at Markopoulo or Virgin Mary at Arginia (with the snakes festival).

The Festival of grape harvest is an integral part of Kefalonian traditions and takes place every July, in the region of the vineyards, in Agia Paraskevi, Troianata. The visitor can participate in the preparations of moustalevria

August holds many fantastic opportunities to get involved with events, festivals and dances!  Here is a small selection to choose from, check out the links for more information, look out for posters around the island…

If you want to experience something totally different while having your holidays on the island don’t miss the SeaNema open Air Film Festival! From the 30th of July to the 2nd of August 2018, SeaNema…

Editor on my site Sarah O was celebrating her birthday and she wanted to do something a little different. So Sarah, a group of friends, my 7 year old son and I, set out on…

Most visitors to Kefalonia relish the hot weather, clear blue skies and soaring temperatures but sometimes is can get a little too much! Here are a few suggestions for when taking a dip in the…

Kefalonia is a fabulous destination for a relaxing holiday. The islands natural beauty, calmness and peace invoke an atmosphere of well being and tranquility, and these qualities combined with excellent facilities provide an amazing wealth…

7 Days in Kefalonia, by Anna – A downloadable guide for 2018 PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME INFORMATION HAS NOW BEEN SUPERCEDED AND LOTS MORE HAS BEEN ADDED TO OUR NEW GUIDES! CHECK OUT OUR UPDATED…

While exploring the region of Livathos you will pass through many impressive villages with distinctive architecture and well-tended gardens. Historically the region has strong links with merchants and shipping families. Stop your car and take…

Updated weekly as information is received. At the time of publishing all of the following events are correct but also subject to any new Covid-19 restrictions and protocols. Throughout the year many events take place…

The sun is out, the sky is blue… what better time than to hop on a scooter and explore this beautiful island? Contact Ainos bikes Kefalonia, to rent one! Travelling around on a scooter has…

Greeks are well known for their friendly and welcoming attitude towards guests; it’s called Filoxenia. Literally translated as ‘hospitality’ Filoxenia encompasses so much more, it’s a generosity of spirit towards visitors and none more so…

The Carnival is celebrated with a big parade a day before the start of Lent, in Argostoli and Lixouri. The latter seems to have a bigger reputation. The residents are dressed as masquerades and either parade with their groups dancing or performing satirical sketches, or just participate on the celebration.

There are so many great reasons to visit Kefalonia we couldn’t possibly mention them all! These five categories are just a small sample for inspiration. Explore my website for a fuller picture, and for specific…

In October 2017 the Hellenic Tourism Organization hosted a diving conference in Kefalonia and invited journalists and diving photographers from the UK, Germany and Poland to experience what the island has to offer. With its…