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In the port and capital of Gaios, meander through a maze of narrow streets lined with Venetian architecture and the pedestrianized square, perfect for people watching.
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Time moves slowly here, making it an ideal place to wind down, sipping an iced coffee in a seafront café as you watch the local fishermen haul in their catch. Its myriad of colors, spectacular beaches and clear aquamarine sea are truly something that must be seen to be believed. The smallest and one of the least commercialized of the Ionians, it’s known as the romantic hideaway of the god Poseidon. Paxoi, also known as Paxos and Paxi, is a tiny island gem only a few nautical miles of the south shores of Corfu. Authentic dining experiences include local delicacies like goat cheese, homemade matsata and the signature beverage of this region, rakomelo. Historic windmills spin in the salty sea breeze while goats are often seen scurrying across the hills. The island has a bohemian kind of character that’s ideal for wandering through narrow alleyways and bougainvillea-strewn courtyards, almost like taking a walk through another time without the traffic noise. Instead, you’ll discover remote, unspoiled beaches like Katergo with its striking white sands framed by crystal-clear turquoise waters, ideal for a secluded swim.
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Of course, there are no worries about battling crowds either. There are no big cruise ships sitting in in its port, no fine dining restaurants or upscale boutiques, no vehicle traffic – and on parts of the island, there is still no electricity. While Folegandros is a just a short ferry ride from Santorini at the southern edge of the Cyclades, with similar architecture like those famous whitewashed buildings draped with colorful flowers and churches with vibrant blue domes, it feels like an entirely different world.