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At Kefalonia by Anna, designing tailor-made experiences for passionate and curious travelers is what I love most. This week, I had the pleasure of once again welcoming a delightful group from the U.S. — visiting …

Welcome to the ultimate guide to this summer’s events across the island of Kefalonia! Here you’ll find an evolving list of cultural happenings – from open-air concerts, traditional festivals, shadow theatre and dance performances, to …

Myrtos in May is pure magic. The colours after a spring rain, the peaceful atmosphere, and the little surprises—like pebble art and babies taking their first swim—remind me why I love this time of year …

May has been warm, sunny days, a few refreshing swims, and a peaceful atmosphere, If you’re thinking of visiting in the coming weeks, just send us your travel dates and group size, and we’ll be …

Kefalonia is a dream destination for animal lovers, offering a mix of wildlife encounters, pet-friendly activities, and opportunities to support local conservation efforts. Whether you’re watching turtles glide through the sea, spotting dolphins, diving among …

The moment I had been waiting for finally arrived—my first swim of the season in Kefalonia! On March 11, under a bright and warm sun, I couldn’t resist the call of the sea any longer. …

Kefalonia provides a fantastic opportunity for work, combining a beautiful, peaceful environment with a welcoming community. While there are some challenges, the island offers an enriching experience for those ready to embrace its lifestyle.

Gastronomic journeys in Kefalonia organized by Kefalonia by Anna, offer a delightful exploration of the island’s rich culinary heritage. We offer tailor-made experiences according to your needs, interests and group sizes.

Captain Corelli’s Mandolin is a 2001 film directed by John Madden, based on the novel by Louis de Bernières. It stars Nicolas Cage as Captain Corelli, an Italian officer, and Penélope Cruz as Pelagia, a …

Kefalonia by Anna offers hands-on craft workshops with local artisans in painting, soap making, mosaics, and more. Combine your creative art & craft sessions with exploring Kefalonia’s stunning landscapes, whether for a quick 3-hour escape …

Kefalonia is a fantastic destination for your 2025 vacation!  The main tourist season, with direct and regular flights, starts around May and ends around late October but you can travel from Athens and mainland ports …

I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, filled with love, laughter, health and countless cherished memories!

We thank you for one more year of supporting us! Another season has come to an end, a little later than normal. It has been a hot and rather dry summer with a slow beginning …

A celebration of Kefalonia’s gastronomy and wine will take place at the capital of Argostoli on Saturday the 15th of June between 20.00-23.00 at Thalassomilos.

Take your jacket and reach the peak of Ainos mountain to cool your body down, enjoy the peacefulness of kefalonian nature and discover the wonders of the universe!

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

Now that most of you are back in your homes, we will try to keep you updated about what’s going on here in Kefalonia, share with you summer and winter memories, and put our effort …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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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 …

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 …

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 Captain Corelli’s Mandolin is brought to life in a world premiere theatrical production touring around the UK in spring 2019. Produced by the Birmingham Repertory Theatre and …

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, …

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.

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 …