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Sand, sea and a slower pace – take a tip from the island's loggerhead turtles and chill out on holidays to Zante.
Zante’s best bits
For an island that’s just 40 by 18 kilometres, Zante packs a lot in. It’s about the size of the Isle of Wight, but there are vineyards, mountains and little hamlets to explore. The coastline is just beach after beach after beach, and thanks to its petite perimeter, you can see it all in one go.
Traditional Zante
For a taste of Zante’s more authentic side, Alykanas is the one to watch. Along with a quiet beach, it paints the classic Greek picture, with whitewashed tavernas and laidback cafés. Kalamaki has a similar vibe. There’s no obvious centre – just a sprinkling of tavernas and bars, and a huge sandy beach. Best of all, it’s backed by olive groves and the slopes of Mount Skopos.
Upbeat Tsivili and Laganas
To turn up the tempo, try family favourite, Tsilivi. Along with fine sands, this fully-fledged resort has its fair share of shops, restaurants and pizzerias. Don’t worry, it’s still unapologetically Greek, though. And for the biggest holiday hangout, it’s got to be Laganas. A 24-hour party playground, it’s home to a lengthy strip with the full line-up of neon-lit pubs, clubs and bars.
Best time to go to Zante
The best time to visit Zante is from June to August, where you’ll see 12 hours of sunshine a day and 30°C-plus temperatures. If you prefer something in the region of the mid-20s, May, September and October are a good bet. Zante is less rainy than its sister isles, although October to April can have showers and cooler days and nights.
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The star attractions of Agios Sostis holidays include pretty hidden coves, serene sands and an impressive Venetian fortress.
Holidays to Alykanas dole out chilled days on the beach, traditional tavernas serving up local delicacies and plenty of Instagram-worthy sights.
You'll find one of north Zante's best beaches – plus a charming coastal village and quiet countryside – at your fingertips during holidays to Alykes.
Argassi holidays are second-to-none for topping up tans, tucking into traditional eats and painting the town red.
Holidays to Drosia take you to an off-the-beaten-track part of north-east Zante, where peace and quiet’s firmly on the agenda.
Holidays to Kalamaki are all about peace and quiet. With soft sand and some of the best tavernas on the island, this is Zante at its most laidback.
With a strip full of big clubs and an even bigger beach, Laganas holidays are a recipe for a good time.
Discover quaint seaside towns, get a taste of Zante nightlife and dive beneath the waves on holidays to Limni Keriou.
Tragaki holidays move at such a relaxed pace, they're practically in reverse. And when you want to up your game, hit the gas and aim for nearby Zante Town.
Tsilivi holidays are knee-deep in action-packed assets. On top of sunbathing, you've got minigolf, waterslides and bowling – and that's just for starters…
Vassilikos holidays land you in an out-of-the-way corner of Zante, where traditional living and beach-hopping are the running themes.
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