Lefkada is a little Greek island not so far from Italy where you can do KiteSurfing every day with perfect conditions of wind and sea. Accomodations and meals are less expensive than Italy and other summer destinations. These are the reasons why I chose this place.
On the island I spent 20 nights in a small, kind and comfortable apartment in Agios Nikitas, 5 minutes far from
Lefkada city centre. From the windows of my apartment a beautiful view of Agios Ioannis beach with his windmills directly on the sand. Lodgings are offered everywhere and prices start from 50 Euros.
Along the west coast, there are several beaches with different kind of conditions: Agios Ioannis is a long strip of pebbles where people make WindSurfing and KiteSurfing. I was there every day in the afternoon with my friends. Porto Katsiki is a little bay sheltered from the wind, with clear water and a lot of people on the sand. Egremni is perfect for those who love blue turquoise sea, white pebbles beach and peace. The best place in my opinion, although 350 steps to reach the beach are rather tiring! Finally in Kalamitsi you can find big rocks near the sea and enjoy yourself with dives. The east coast is less attractive because some harbours make the water a little bit dirty.
KiteSurfing in Agios Ioannis was the best experience during my trip! You really feel the elation of speed on the water when wind sounds in your ears and water is raised by the table under your feet. Something amazing!!!
The city of Lefkada is a tourist seaport with a small centre: souvenir shops, ice-cream parlours and restaurants a go go. Nightlife is concentrated in some disco-pubs in front of the sea and music sounds till the morning. Keep open eyes men, there are a lot of beautiful girls on the dance floor! Nidri on the east coast is another little city like Lefkada. There are less entertainments and more restaurants but it's closer to the west coast beaches, so well-suited for families in my opinion. Greek and Italian cuisine are everywhere on the island with prices from 10 to 20 Euro for fish and meat dishes.
Greeks are very friendly persons and you really feel immediately like at home.
Finally I can recommend Lefkada to everyone: nature is beautiful, sea and beaches are stunning and there is a good compromise between quality of services and cost of life.
Have a good trip!!!
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