Five Stars Villa Blog

Corfu travel guides, local tips, and stories from the island.

2026-07-17

What to Expect from a Private Chef at Your Corfu Villa

From a 24-hour notice window to a chef arriving 2-3 hours before dinner: a practical guide to booking a private chef at a Corfu villa, dish by dish.

2026-07-17

The Complete Guide to Kommeno & North-East Corfu (2026)

Kommeno sits at the centre of Corfu's northeast villa corridor — 7 km from the airport, 3 km from Gouvia Marina. A local's guide to the area, village by village.

2026-07-17

Getting to Kommeno from Corfu Airport: Taxi, Bus & Transfer Guide (2026)

Kommeno is 7 km from Corfu Airport — about 10 minutes by car. A practical guide to taxi fares, the public bus route, transfers, and car hire for groups.

2026-07-17

Corfu in September: A Villa Owner's Case for Shoulder Season

Sea temperatures near 25°C, 20-40% lower rates than August, and a booked-out Etrusco that finally has tables. Why September is Corfu's best-kept secret.

2026-07-05

Best Beaches Near Kommeno, Corfu: A Local's Guide (2026)

Kommeno has its own Blue Flag cove, plus seven more beaches within a 30-minute radius. A local, distance-by-distance guide for groups planning a villa week.

2026-07-01

The Complete Guide to Planning a Group Holiday in Corfu (2026)

Villa sizing, cost-per-person logistics, activity planning, and booking timing for a group of 8–12 in Corfu — written by a working villa host in Kommeno.

2026-06-22

Why Kommeno is the Best Base for a Luxury Corfu Holiday

Most villa searches focus on scenic drama. Here's why group organisers who've done both consistently choose Kommeno — and the four practical factors that explain it.

2026-06-09

25 Things to Do in Corfu for Groups (2026)

25 group activities in Corfu with named operators, 2026 prices, and logistics for 8–12 guests — boat charters, cooking classes, and an Albania day trip.

2026-06-04

Best Boat Trips from Corfu in 2026: Full-Day Tours, Sunset Cruises and Hidden Islands

Seven routes from Gouvia Marina — hidden islands, sea caves, turquoise lagoons, and a two-hour sunset cruise past the island's most iconic views.

2026-05-02

Where to Eat in Corfu: 12 Best Restaurants for 2026

From Etrusco — voted Greece's best restaurant 11 years running — to waterfront seafood at Agni Bay and hidden village tavernas. Our honest guide to where to eat in Corfu.

2026-05-02

How to Plan the Ultimate Private Tennis Retreat for Groups and Families

Everything you need to plan a private tennis retreat — venue checklist, mixed-ability scheduling, coach ratios, off-court activities, and why Corfu works so well for groups.

2025-06-01

Corfu Travel Guide 2026: Best Time to Visit, Beaches & Food

Best time to visit Corfu month by month, top beaches and historic sites, Corfiot dishes to try, and how to get around — from a villa host in Kommeno.