This enchanting Greek Island has many names such as Corfu, Kerkyra and Corcyra. It also is blessed with gorgeous beaches, beautiful landscapes and a fascinating history. Located in the Ionian Sea, Corfu is a popular tourist destination and with a car hire in Corfu you can enjoy this lovely paradise in freedom and style.

Because much, if not all, recent development has occurred within an hour’s driving distance from the island’s airport the rest of the Corfu is still living a traditional and quiet way of life. A car hire in Corfu allows you to visit these charming villages and lets you experience a different side of Corfu. Don’t be surprised to see a donkey or two, many farmers use them for transportation.

Besides an abundance of cypress and olive groves, you will discover that the island is filled with these little tiny fruits called kumquats. This citrus fruit is not grown anywhere else in Greece. Unlike an orange you eat kumquats without peeling its skin. The islanders prepare these jewels by soaking them in syrup or distilling them into liquors. On Paleokastritsas Road you will find a distillery where you can enjoy a tour and a tasting of this sweet and tart fruit.

Corfu also is abundant with vineyards particularly in the south region of the island where the landscape is flatter. You will discover more agricultural crops here as well. With a car rental in Corfu you must stopover at Corfu Town, the island’s capital. The town is divided into the old part and new part. In the old neighbourhood you will find stunning churches, twisting streets and an old fortress overlooking town.

In the new part of town or New Town as it is called, you will find international restaurants, bars and cuisine. Excellent shopping can be found around here too. Then with a cheap car hire in Corfu enjoy one of the stunning beaches for some swimming and sunbathing. This delightful Greek Island has much to see and do.