Here is a Greek island the way they used to be: It pretty much goes its own (Greek) way, while you (foreigner) travel around and through it. That having been said, Kefalonia does have its natural wonders, a few historical buildings and archaeological sites, and many fine beaches. Kefalonia also has a full-service tourist industry, with fine hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, car-rental agencies—the whole show. Because Kefalonia was virtually demolished by the earthquake of 1953, most structures are fairly new. And it has long been one of the more prosperous and cosmopolitan parts of Greece, thanks to its islanders’ tradition of sailing and trading in the world at large. The filming movie Captain Corelli’s Mandolin also gave a temporary boost to tourism here, but don’t come to Kefalonia for glamour. Come to spend time in a relaxing environment, and to enjoy handsome vistas and a lovely countryside.

Being in the north west of Greece, Kefalonia weather is typical mediterranean, a bit different from the rest of Greece. its climate is characterized by a mild winter and a high level of rainfalls, especially during winter Kefalonia is also characterised by an important average of humidity, a common particularity of the Ionian Islands

Staying in Kefalonia’s capital and largest city, Argostoli, allows you to go off on daily excursions to beaches and mountains, yet return to the comforts of a city. It has the island’s most diverse offering of hotels and restaurants, and it feels urban.
For those who find that Argostoli doesn’t offer enough in the way of old-world charm or diversions, we point out some of the other getaway possibilities on Kefalonia island. Argostoli’s appeal does not depend on any archaeological, historical, architectural, or artistic particulars. It’s a city for observers - travelers who are content strolling or sitting and observing the passing scene: ships coming and going along the waterfront, locals shopping in the market, children playing in the squares. When you arrive in Kefalonia, you may come first to Sami, an unexceptional town on the east coast and the island’s principal point of entry before tourism put Argostoli in the lead. Sami is still a busy port. Besides the unusual white cliffs seen from the harbor, travelers are drawn by two caves to the north of Sami, both of which can be visited on a half-day excursion from Argostoli

Kefalonia is often referred to as 'The Jewel of the Ionian', and rightly so. It is a natural, incredibly beautiful island, and has been voted one of THE most idyllic places to live in the whole world, by 'Forbes'......... Americas most influential lifestyle and investment magazine. Scattered along the western coastline of Central Greece, the Ionian Islands as they are known, are an island cluster comprising twelve small and large islands whose total surface area comes to 2,200 square kilometers. Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu (Kerkyra), Kefalonia, Lefkada and Paxos are the 6, large Ionian Islands. Antipaxi, Erikousa, Mathraki, Othoni, Meganisi and the deserted islets of Strofades south of Zakynthos are the smaller Ionian Islands. The weather, the history, the friendliness of the locals all add up to a memorable visit to this area of Southern Europe. If you like to relax on a quiet beach, or educate yourself with a browse round the vast number of ruins, or perhaps enjoy an al fresco meal, the Ionian Islands are the place for you.