Zante, or Zakynthos, is the third largest of the Greek Islands that is nestled in the Ionian Sea. This green island is considered to be the isle of love, song and poetry. Zante is rich in history, culture, beauty and tradition and gives you a real opportunity to live Greek during your stay. The hospitality of the Greek people is second to none; you will arrive as a tourist and leave as a friend.

There are many great places to stay in Zante once you have decided to go there, but the most popular accommodation on the island is their vast choice of beautiful villas. These are all set in private grounds giving outstanding view of this most picturesque of islands. Zante is a real beach lover’s paradise, and there are even villas with private paths leading down to the glorious, golden sands.

Over recent years, villa holidays have become increasingly popular for large groups of friends or family to holiday together. Booking a villa with several bedrooms can also work out an awful lot cheaper than booking say 6 bedrooms or apartments in a hotel or complex. There is a freedom to a villa holidays too that you don’t get in a hotel, and the opportunity to spend real quality time together while basking in the sunshine.

While some of the holiday villas on Zante are quite remote, they are never too far from a town or village that you are completely cut off. This is what makes a villa holiday so great. You are completely self contained yet only a short distance from bars and restaurants etc so you literally have the best of both worlds.

A private pool and full air conditioning are the norm in Zante villas, as are fully fitted kitchens and luxurious interiors. Just stock up at the nearest supermarket or village store and you will have everything you need. There’s nothing quite like lying by a private pool in Zante sipping a cocktail and being in a complete state of relaxation. Whether you are in a large group or part of a couple, there is a villa on Zante to suit your requirements.

A villa holiday in Zante has been compared to a holiday in paradise, and once you set foot on this island you will soon see why. With regular flights from all major airports you can be in paradise in just a few hours and, for a while forget the rest of the world exists.