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Katelios – friendly traditional beach resort
Katelios is a small village resort at the extreme south of the island of Kefalonia, 5 miles west of Skala, 25 miles from Argostoli and 20 miles from the airport. An attractive broad bay is the setting for holidays in Katelios, which looks across the water to the island of Zante and the Greek mainland and is surrounded by fertile agricultural land and rocky hills. Katelios holidays tend to attract couples, families and those who appreciate the quiet pleasures of Kefalonia nature and a friendly traditional relatively uncommercial resort. As the most southern resort on the island, Katelios has a laid-back secluded feel despite its recent growth in popularity.
Katelios holidays – a selection of fine beaches
Katelios holiday resort has a small harbour and two long curving beaches with shallow water excellent for safe swimming and a few shady waterfront tavernas. Katelios holidays enjoy a selection of beaches within walking distance of the village. Potomakia beach to the east has guided visits to see the turtles. Pretty Kaminia beach is further along the coast and you will eventually reach good sandy stretches at Mounda beach. A holiday in Katelios can also make use of the beaches at the resort of Skala which is reached by a winding road around the headland.
Holidays in Katelios – for simple Greek island pleasures
Katelios holiday nightlife is largely restricted to good Greek-style tavernas serving mostly Greek food, and a few bars. Skala has a disco. Visit the village of Ano Katelios that runs inland steeply up hill. Holidays in Katelios can be spent sunbathing, walking among the citrus and olive plantations, bird-watching, hiring a boat or just enjoying the atmosphere of this unspoilt simple resort. A popular Katelios holiday excursion is to Markopoulo, a scenic village with fine views. Buses run to Argostoli, Skala and Poros. With transport Katelios holidays could include trips into the spectacular mountainous interior.
Kefalonia Holidays
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