Destination Expert
Stephen Manley-Clarke
I have forty-plus years working within aviation and the travel industry and have had many adventures along the way! Apart from travelling the planet as airline cabin crew working above the clouds, I have worked as a travel agent and overseas representative and manager. I have lived in Croatia, The Algarve, most of the Canary Islands, Middle East and Asia. I moved to Greece in 2014 working as an overseas representative in South Peloponnese and then became a General Manager for two boutique hotels before moving to Corfu in 2020, where I worked at Corfu Airport. I joined CV Villas in July 2023 and am happy to be part of the Corfu Team!
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Destination Expert
Stephen Manley-Clarke
I have forty-plus years working within aviation and the travel industry and have had many adventures along the way! Apart from travelling the planet as airline cabin crew working above the clouds, I have worked as a travel agent and overseas representative and manager. I have lived in Croatia, The Algarve, most of the Canary Islands, Middle East and Asia. I moved to Greece in 2014 working as an overseas representative in South Peloponnese and then became a General Manager for two boutique hotels before moving to Corfu in 2020, where I worked at Corfu Airport. I joined CV Villas in July 2023 and am happy to be part of the Corfu Team!
Describe the perfect day in your destination?
First, waking up to the beautiful views that we have in Corfu, and then taking a walk by the sea or sitting in a coffee shop and watching the world go by. At lunch time, sample a local meze with an ouzo or local wine, and enjoy the hospitality of the local people. Relax in the afternoon, taking in the sea breeze to cool you down while developing your tan. Take lots of photos - especially of the sunsets - so you can look back on the memories you have created here before enjoying a wonderful meal in one of our traditional tavernas.
What are your top travel tips for your destination?
Definitely hire a self-drive boat to explore some of our beautiful coastline and coves. Take a water taxi to Corfu Town where you can explore the narrow streets, smell the aromas of typical homemade cooking, and wander through the quirky shops. With a hire car, enjoy exploring the local villages, including the old village of Perithia, along with finding local beaches and rediscovering the home of the 'Durrells'. Also, make sure to arrange a trip over to nearby Albania!
What local cuisine would you recommend to people staying in your destination?
Look out for shrimp saganaki, and baked feta with honey and sesame seeds. Our local dish in Corfu is sofrito!
What experiences would you recommend to our customers in your destination?
Get chatting to our locals in resort, they have a story to tell and you will soon become lifelong friends - our regular guests of many years can confirm this!
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