Zakynthos vs. Kefalonia: Which Is The Best Greek Island?

Zakynthos vs. Kefalonia Cefalonia: Which Is The Best Greek Island? We explore Top Things To Do and See on both Ionian Islands before revealing which island is our very favourite. Join us for our final episode as part of our epic Greece Road Trip series!
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Kefalonia or Zakynthos. Which Greek Island is Better?
1:03 Navagio Beach or Shipwreck Beach
2:59 How to get to Shipwreck Beach?
3:10 MV Panagiotis
4:40 Blue Caves of Zakynthos
7:03 Navagio Viewpoint
9:05 Zakynthos Town
10:50 Top things to do in Kefalonia
11:02 Taking a car on a ferry to Cefalonia and Zakynthos
11:46 Driving conditions in Kefalonia
12:05 Myrtos Beach Viewpoint
13:02 Assos, Kefalonia
13:26 Fiskardo, Cefalonia
15:05 Myrtos Beach, Kefalonia
15:55 Antisamos Beach, Kefalonia
16:36 Melissani Cave
17:53 Agia Effimia
18:18 Horse Riding Kefalonia
19:30 Searock Restaurant
21:03 We prefer Zakynthos over Kefalonia!
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  • @Kiladera
    @Kiladera27 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video! We’re going to both islands too. Unfortunately the shipwreck cliff is closed to the public, at least people on internet are saying this, I’m hoping it’s still accessible 🙏

  • @KristinasTravels
    @KristinasTravels11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for joining us for some land based travel guys! It's been so fun being back on land for a little while! BUT, next week John and I are going to be taking you on a little sailing adventure in the BAHAMAS.. (before we sail on a brand new boat in Europe for the summer!) Stay tuned for that announcement!! Ps. it would be SO MUCH if you could support us with a 'like' on this video, or comment below! And last but not least, THANK YOU to our Patreon-fam. WE ARE BEYOND GRATEFUL for your support and joining us behind the scenes. If you'd like to join our crew, we'll be hosting a live Q&A next week from a special destination while filming our next series!!! www.patreon.com/kristinastravels ❤

  • @ericlindsey7655
    @ericlindsey765511 ай бұрын

    Thak you so much for shairing ur vids!

  • @yachta11
    @yachta1111 ай бұрын

    Loved it .. thank you for sharing

  • @davem1716
    @davem171611 ай бұрын

    Awesome info and great drone shots! Steady on the sticks.Nice

  • @boomersudden6257
    @boomersudden625711 ай бұрын

    Beautiful places to see. Great video Kristina.

  • @koehl405
    @koehl40511 ай бұрын

    I love the places you have filmed in this video. Thanks and be safe.

  • @BobFirth
    @BobFirth11 ай бұрын

    Love this series, great having the insight on these fantastic places. Now we just have to get there. Regardless your beautiful videos gives us a taste of these amazing islands.

  • @user-dm7yg7hp3e
    @user-dm7yg7hp3e11 ай бұрын

    It is so amazing I hope I visit it have a nice time

  • @helentilley3799
    @helentilley379911 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing such unique and beautiful islands . It’s far too hard to choose . Wonderful editing and congratulations in providing such interesting informative videos. Welcomed escape from the winter of south Australia ❄️

  • @gebi4pejo1
    @gebi4pejo111 ай бұрын

    Absolutely stunning video’s how beautiful is Greece your absolutely a great storyteller lol😊. I think I’m going to Greece for sure in the off season…

  • @ralfgut
    @ralfgut11 ай бұрын

    Hello from Brazil! Amazing video! We are going in september to both islands!

  • @boppermacca9346
    @boppermacca934611 ай бұрын

    Thank you guys so much for the outstanding video's. For those that may not have the opportunity to visit these places, your videos show just how beautiful our planet is & how lucky we are to inhabit it

  • @dirk3730
    @dirk373011 ай бұрын

    Simply amazing 😍

  • @arisk6838
    @arisk683811 ай бұрын

    Both islands are beautiful, with fantastic, exotic beaches and amazing landscapes. But I prefer Kefalonia, it is more nicely and carefully built, people are more welcoming and it is not as touristy as Zakynthos. Great video!

  • @glenhopkins8630
    @glenhopkins863011 ай бұрын

    Hey guys from a cold 17C in Melbourne, Australia. Looking at where you guys are it just looks so amazing, the white cliffs are just awesome & the colour of the water just sheer amazing! Glad you guys have been able to get your land legs for a short time & visit such beautiful places. You both look so well & enjoying life so good on you & back to the water next week. Take care.

  • @nathalieguiragossian6981
    @nathalieguiragossian698111 ай бұрын

    ❤❤🌊🐚 Thank you! This will help!

  • @ronlokk
    @ronlokk11 ай бұрын

    Beautiful video!

  • @nffremote
    @nffremote11 ай бұрын

    Great video well done.

  • @ianrobertson8313
    @ianrobertson831311 ай бұрын

    The quality of these productions is excellent, most watchable.

  • @ursul7024
    @ursul702411 ай бұрын

    The K-drama "Descendants of the Sun" had some scenes on Navagio Beach. Great to see you guys there 🤗 Awesome drone shots!!! 🤩

  • @christinawilson1134
    @christinawilson113411 ай бұрын

    OMG - your videos are so fantastic! Not to mention your voice overs 😉😝

  • @36GaatNooitVerloren
    @36GaatNooitVerloren9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this very nice video and can't wait to visit Zakynthos next year

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching 😃 have a great trip hope you enjoy it

  • @MrWitheridge
    @MrWitheridge11 ай бұрын

    Wow that rock fall looked so scary!!! Beautiful islands though. The caves reminded us of the blue lagoon which is on Malta (highly recommend to add that to your bucket list of places to visit!) Can't beat the hospitality of the Greeks in the restaurants - their service and friendliness is legendary! You're both very brave on those heights btw - I don't like heights myself so would feel very uncomfortable! Our girls want to go horse riding again now - something for us now to organise in the summer hols :) Vote wise we were split 50/50 on which island was the nicest to visit - everyone said they would have done both though like you did! Looking forward to your visit to the Bahama's next - have fun both!

  • @jonathanscott550
    @jonathanscott55011 ай бұрын

    Thanks Kristina and John great video of your last 2 awesome islands of Greece. Truly it is hard to actually say which is the better island in Greece as they all are spectacular. Each have their own Wow!!! effects. See you next video hopefully with the Big You Tube group of Drunken sailor's in the Bahamas. Really enjoy your video

  • @LisaShankk
    @LisaShankk11 ай бұрын

    It is beautiful in Greece. This will be my dream trip. Thanks so much for showing us such beautiful places.❤❤❤

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    🙏☀️ Truly Lisa! Once in a lifetime trip! A little difficult to get to, but worth going the extra mile! ❤️❤️ Much love x

  • @thomasbrasse3145
    @thomasbrasse314511 ай бұрын

    I a a sucker for caves and those were stellar. Obviously amazing views all along the way. It'd be interesting to do a "things not to do" or "places not to go" in Greece based on your trips here. The wife and I are planning to make a similar trip and any info is good.

  • @matteopoletti31
    @matteopoletti3111 ай бұрын

    Hi, I love your videos and hope to see you sailing again soon. In Kefalonia, near Fiskardo, there is a beautiful bay called Dafnoudi. Have you seen It?

  • @danish63
    @danish6313 күн бұрын

    Great video, Cheers!

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    13 күн бұрын

    Amazing!! Thanks for watching D xx

  • @georgedamis2495
    @georgedamis249511 ай бұрын

    Great vid again. Zakinthos is gorgeous. Have fond memories

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    It’s truely heavenly! 🙌🙌 Amazing to hear you’ve been able to visit: #bucketlist ✅

  • @hanb2173
    @hanb217311 ай бұрын

    Zakynthos is on my list for next time I ever visit Greece, so far from aus so will definitely will be a once and a life time, hope I get there soon

  • @svlolalouise9763
    @svlolalouise976311 ай бұрын

    Sending love from SA ❤❤

  • @mickflynn9228
    @mickflynn922811 ай бұрын

    We have visited both islands and me and my wife were in the same opinion we preferred zakynthos so much so we got married in 2015 in tsilivi on the island and have returned every year since..fantastic vlog btw 😊🇬🇷😎😎x

  • @shaynewoodman6610
    @shaynewoodman661011 ай бұрын

    you really are nice people im enjoying your travels a lot be happy well and safe a fan shayne

  • @bunnyjude
    @bunnyjude10 ай бұрын

    Thank u for the video I will be visiting Zakynthos next month!!

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    10 ай бұрын

    Ohh you’re going to love it!! We’ve since learned they’ve closed the beach which is a shame but for good reason I guess. Have the best time and thanks for watching, hope it helped. 😊

  • @simonlane7817
    @simonlane781711 ай бұрын

    Great ep, its so prety there. Lots a Pause / rewatch to try & figure out the "dream yatch" ... is it the Amel 60 ??

  • @alexioshalkidiki6163
    @alexioshalkidiki616311 ай бұрын

    i was in Zakynthos 2 weeks ago. it was an amazing adventure.

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching Alexio! Awesome!!!!! What was your favourite part?!

  • @alexioshalkidiki6163

    @alexioshalkidiki6163

    11 ай бұрын

    @@KristinasTravels I took a cruise around the island and the shipwreck was my favorite part. The place is much beautiful in reality than the videos. Being there is a totally different experience than just seeing a video. Also Zakynthos was my last stop in my travel journey. I started from Lefkada island and then Kefalonia Wich for me was my favorite place. Has more style and is more elegant.

  • @Rousseau4469
    @Rousseau446911 ай бұрын

    The lookout point in Kefallonia where you viewed the beach of Myrtos was affected by the eartquakes that struck the island in 2014 with 6.7 Ricthers. That made the earth on the spot of Harakas bridge (that's the name of the spot) to literally tear apart making more wide the gap that this bridge is connecting and that's why it also affected the road and made it so bad. The surface minerals are limestone and it's quite unstable to fix this as you can't really build on such materials something that will last forever and not be affected by the elements of nature ( strong winds but more importantly rain that falls in abundance in winter time). You have to remember that Kefallonia is the one place in Greece affected most of all from HUGE earthquakes which in the past (1953) destroyed the island completely (480 people died and thousands injured) . I understand why you loved Zakynthos more since you didn't visit all the sightseeing spots in Kephallonia for instance you didn't hiked mountain Ainos the tallest of the island where a local breed of wild horses still lives there or didn't visit the other cave of island Drogarati some kilometers only from Melissani which has a huge plateau in it and was used and still used from concert events. It went to the monastery of Kipouria in the south west of the island which also has an amazing beach underneath over the cliffs there. You would also be amazed by the red sand beach of Xi beach near Lixouri ( the second largest city of the island) which also provide the swimmers there with green clay that is suitable for spa skin care.

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    WOW! This is spectacular info! Thank you SO much for contributing this information with the community - TRULY appreciate your contribution 🙌🙌🙂🙂 So grateful for your knowledge here ❤️

  • @Rousseau4469

    @Rousseau4469

    11 ай бұрын

    @@KristinasTravels it's really nothing since my mom was born in a small village some kilometers from Myrtos and I have went for many summers to the island. It used to be far more greener but the fires that had in 3 consecutive decades have managed to eradicate at least 50% of its green. To the point that vegetation looked like Alpine scenery or even up to Amazonian style forest. So Thick that I was afraid to get lost if I entered the forest. Back when she was little the rain in winter dropped for days or even weeks sustaining it for good.

  • @babernethy13574
    @babernethy1357411 ай бұрын

    Such a beautiful location! But those cliffs, WOW!. Since I'm afraid of heights when it comes to mountains and buildings, you totally creeped me out when you were walking next to the cliff!! lol! And I've said it before, but John could easily pass for Sebastien Vettel, retired Formula 1 driver!

  • @jimzcarter1
    @jimzcarter111 ай бұрын

    Hi Kristina and John, I’ve been watching your channel for a while now, you’re awesome, one of my favourites. I was just thinking, have you heard of ‘Ray Ban - Stories’ Sunglasses? They have a video camera in them to capture content. You might have done already, but I just wondered, it might be another good piece of kit for the Vlogging arsenal! They seem like the could be useful. Maybe a pair could give you some review content too. Just thought I’d say. Cheers guys, keep up the great work!

  • @kriskemp4952
    @kriskemp495211 ай бұрын

    Love it

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Cheers Kris! 🤙🤙

  • @robbo3132
    @robbo313211 ай бұрын

    Great channel❤ lol@johns asmr pastry test

  • @patrickabas1112
    @patrickabas111211 ай бұрын

    love the Patreon 24 hour updates

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    ❤️🙌 Thank you for your support Patrick! It’s so fun to update you guys LIVE on the daily, and in REAL TIME!

  • @hazelold2882
    @hazelold28824 ай бұрын

    I’ve been to kefalonia twice and hope to return - somehow it just felt like coming home

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    4 ай бұрын

    Beautiful! What a dream to have visited not once, but twice! Lucky duck :)

  • @williamlathan8672
    @williamlathan867211 күн бұрын

    I will be in Zakynthos July 2024 I cannot wait.

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    4 күн бұрын

    Have the best time -- not long to go now!

  • @williamlathan8672

    @williamlathan8672

    4 күн бұрын

    Is the shipwreck beach open? I want to swim in that water.

  • @haroldmaycock5373
    @haroldmaycock537311 ай бұрын

    I love kefalonia❤❤

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    ❤️🙌

  • @seawench555
    @seawench55511 ай бұрын

    So what is ur ultimate dream boat? I'm really keen to know, I actually thought u were both looking at a catamaran. U post the most exciting, professional, informative and uplifting vlogs, I am so proud of u both being Ambassadors for Australia. If there ever was a perfect Aussie couple, it most diffenetly is you 2. Thanks for sharing ur adventures with the Armchair Crew. 🇦🇺🌈😲

  • @arottie4097
    @arottie409711 ай бұрын

    W0W!

  • @atg851
    @atg85111 ай бұрын

    Great video but you missed by far the best beaches in Kefalonia - they are only accessible by boat though. Might have swung the pendulum Kefalonia's way, but maybe its for the best as they will remain unknown for a little longer :-)

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Haha! Oh really?! Oh no! We’ll have to save them for when we have a boat in Greece again one day (hopefully soooooon!) but you’re SO right. Sometimes it is a blessing not revealing ALL the best spots.. keep them secret a little longer 😉

  • @atg851

    @atg851

    11 ай бұрын

    @@KristinasTravels We spent 2 summers on a boat around the Ionian and had a chance to explore a lot, next time you are around let me know and will share some location pins :-)!

  • @Tyruhswag

    @Tyruhswag

    11 ай бұрын

    @@atg851 Would you mind sharing them with me? Going at the end of August!:)

  • @Ptolemy336VV
    @Ptolemy336VV11 ай бұрын

    Stunning stunning. However. There is no most stunning Greek island or mainland area. All areas and islands are gorgeous. You have no idea. Not just the islands you visited. Visit 50 other islands and you will he equally mindblown. Even very unknown islands are bizarly beautiful. And so differentmore and more vloggers make trips to such lesser known islands. And they are no less than Zakytnhos, or Kefalonia and so on

  • @mistiemoo1
    @mistiemoo12 ай бұрын

    Wow .. I can’t decide

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Super difficult right!!

  • @tomriley5790
    @tomriley579011 ай бұрын

    Thank you for another lovely video! Looks lovely but also a bit over tourist covered! The map is great! You've reminded me how friendly and lovely exploring Greece is :-)!

  • @josephj6521
    @josephj65215 ай бұрын

    Where to go? Kefalonia or Zakinthos? Hmm. Tough choice. We’re going to Lefkada. 😉😂 I fear that K & Z may be overly crowded in the summer and Lefkada looks stunning (just like most islands)!

  • @CodyLehman
    @CodyLehman11 ай бұрын

    Major love for you and John, however if you have any sisters or friends I’d be much obliged to meet them… 😂 kidding love the vids, and am extremely jealous. Cheers from Tennessee!

  • @andreimihaesi
    @andreimihaesi7 ай бұрын

    For the bluest of waters and no need for a ferry check out Lefkada ;)

  • @ecavil12
    @ecavil1211 ай бұрын

    Can you guys add the link to your Airbnb in Zakynthos? Also, I highly recommend adding Myzithres viewpoint to your itinerary. In my opinion, a much nicer view than the Navagio Shipwreck.

  • @Richard-R-S
    @Richard-R-S11 ай бұрын

    .Kristina, you're so funny, I don't think I've ever heard anyone say to their horse; "Thanks for carrying me." I know, I'm odd, just really gave me a chuckle. Thanks and God Bless🙏🏻🕊💜 PS: Why did you guys sell "Tucana" Kristine and John🤔❓

  • @mikebrewer9652
    @mikebrewer965210 ай бұрын

    Both are lovely, but I enjoy sailing around Kefelonia more.

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    10 ай бұрын

    Hahaha we probably would have too 😎🙌🏻😂

  • @alexuslawns
    @alexuslawnsАй бұрын

    ❤ how did you book your cruise in Zakynthos. Great video 🎉

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! We just booked it online through a Ferry Service :) I think the info and company is in the video :)

  • @carsonc1272
    @carsonc127211 ай бұрын

    Sooky is a new one for me. lol 5:57 Sorry Kristina but I think that I like John best when he's making fun of you. hahaha

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Bahaha! It’s Aussie slag I think! 🤣 And yes, I agree, he keeps me on my toes that’s for sure!

  • @speez3354
    @speez335411 ай бұрын

    Been to both. Like u said it’s more tourist oriented in Zakinthos. Some times too much! I liked zante better

  • @grzesiekwojtowicz3
    @grzesiekwojtowicz311 ай бұрын

    😊

  • @ecavil12
    @ecavil1211 ай бұрын

    Also, I’m glad you guys got a rental car for €21/day. But are you able to share a link to that as well, please?

  • @fiucik1
    @fiucik1Ай бұрын

    I recently came back from Kefalonia and Zakynthos. Preferred Kefalonia much more. Zakynthos is way overcrowded(even though it was nowhere near peak season), and kinda boring. Kefalonia is way more laid back, you can really enjoy the nature, great roads, great views, mountains. Also some really nice beaches. Driving around Kefalonia was a pure pleasure compared to Zakynthos, with all it's traffic, and tons of older Brits and Germans riding quads...

  • @krystalhead
    @krystalhead11 ай бұрын

    Love the air bnb in Kefalonia is it the Olive Bay apartments

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Wow!!! How could you tell?! Amazing. Yes. We were able to book a room on Airbnb here 🙂

  • @krystalhead

    @krystalhead

    11 ай бұрын

    @@KristinasTravels I’ve stayed in Agia Emfia multiple times I know that view 🥰 but in a different hotel around the corner Odyssey Hotel next to sea rocks restaurant the best restaurant in Agia Emfia 🏨

  • @HeyMichaelLeo
    @HeyMichaelLeo11 ай бұрын

    Coming to the Bahamas? Let me know if y'all want crew?

  • @allenemery4665
    @allenemery46653 ай бұрын

    Been twice to Zante and ten times to kefalonia. Enough said

  • @robertflorinstefan1210
    @robertflorinstefan121019 күн бұрын

    What is the name of the airbnb in agia affimia?

  • @Wlk13DL
    @Wlk13DL11 ай бұрын

    hi Kristina, is Navagio open for visiting?

  • @rogerroger6857
    @rogerroger68572 ай бұрын

    the water seems incredibly blue for the mediterranean... how does it compare with cancun?

  • @orthochristos
    @orthochristos11 ай бұрын

    Ha. Lefkada all the way!

  • @bgd5339
    @bgd533911 ай бұрын

    The only thing I wouldn't like about shipwreck Beach is that I couldn't stay as long as I wanted. 😢

  • @MsCanada2011
    @MsCanada201111 ай бұрын

    It is the most beautiful beach, the only thing that ruin it, is that rusty wreck

  • @rrocketman
    @rrocketman11 ай бұрын

    Lefkada is best🙂

  • @carolinaanthoness9428
    @carolinaanthoness942811 ай бұрын

    ⛵🌏🦈🐬⚓👙🩱🩳🤿⛱📸🐡🐟🐠🐚🎣💧☀️🇦🇺

  • @InterAstefanMechanic
    @InterAstefanMechanic11 ай бұрын

    😟may you take me to some adveture with you????🙂🙂🙂

  • @neilcarpenter3781
    @neilcarpenter378111 ай бұрын

    U2 better get your running shoes on. Leading the escapade and wishful thinking are in the Med,the way it's going you will probably run into each. An Aussie sailing armada. Bahahaha Cheers U2, fair winds

  • @clarkkent772
    @clarkkent77211 ай бұрын

    The guides tell you not to sun bath at the bottom of the cliffs, but you can swim directly under them? Sounds dangerous to us.

  • @papachuck6007
    @papachuck600711 ай бұрын

    ya, no I will say at sea level thank you. lol

  • @themanwithdahelmet
    @themanwithdahelmet11 ай бұрын

    Bondi Beach is better!

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    10 ай бұрын

    Haha, everyone knows nothing beats Aussie beaches right 😉

  • @HoneyBunster
    @HoneyBunster11 ай бұрын

    Boats are not allowed to anchor in front of shipwreck beach or people to go on shore until 31st of October 2023 now. 😢 New government regulations due to landslides. So you got lucky!

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    Oh my gosh! We got very lucky!!!! For more info everybody read this: greekcitytimes.com/2023/06/15/closure-of-greeces-iconic-navagio-beach-government-implements-safety-measures/?amp

  • @wallywombat164
    @wallywombat16411 ай бұрын

    I am passed off with you both. Why are you leaving the GIs and going to the bah bar bar. Bye bye.😢😢😮😮😢😢😮😮

  • @KristinasTravels

    @KristinasTravels

    11 ай бұрын

    We’re going to be taking you to the Bahamas for a few weeks and then whipping back to Europe (we’re currently in Spain filming our next series on a new boat now!) YAY!

  • @psychobiotch
    @psychobiotch11 ай бұрын

    Kristina, you're so beautiful. Thanks for taking me along. Love you. 🌈💖🧡💛💚💙💜💋