Zakynthos / Zante Island, Greece

Zakynthos is one of the most famous islands in Greece, yet I must confess that for the longest time it was completely unknown to me!

I only became aware of Zakynthos (also known as Zante) when one day its legendary Shipwreck Beach showed up as my desktop background image. The unbelievable limestone cliffs and almost tropically light blue sea had me instantly mesmerized.

“Surely, these blue waters have got to be photoshopped?!”, I thought. And yet, I immediately wanted to find out just where this place was.

Long story short: just a year later I found myself docking at the Port of Zakynthos, visiting the island as part of a road trip through Greece.

I can tell you one thing: the coves and beaches really are as beautiful as the photos suggest. Zakynthos is an island that needs no filters.

Thinking of taking a trip to Zakynthos too?

Then here are 7 most useful things to know before you go:

1. Zakynthos is definitely a holiday island

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