With our family based in England and our villa business on the beautiful Greek Island of Zakynthos we have to book a lot of flights. We have found a number of ways to keep the costs of flights as low as possible. Here are out top 5 suggestions:   BOOK THE FLIGHTS ON RELEASE DAY…

May 1st is an international labour day and in Zakynthos it is called Protomagia. This literally means the first day of Spring. May Day has its roots in ancient times. It is the first day of May and the celebration of Spring. According to tradition, May was named after the Roman goddess Maia, which is…

Fortress with a View: The Castle of Zakynthos On your holiday in Greece why not spend a day in Zakynthos Town and make sure you set aside a couple of hours to visit the Venetian Castle. This centuries-old fortress offers a fascinating glimpse into the island’s long and often turbulent history. The serene pine forest…

GREEK EASTER TRADITIONS   Easter in Greece  is probably one of  the most important religious festival of the year. The celebrations begin in earnest in Holy Week, the week leading up to Easter Sunday. During this week there are many traditions and customs that are followed by Greek families.   Baking the Easter Bread –…

We are incredibly lucky to have one of the most beautiful beaches on Zakynthos right on the doorstep of The Asteri Collection, Zakynthos Greece. Xigia beach is one of the most popular beaches to visit on the island. This stunning beach is not only beautiful to look at but also has many health benefits.  …

Stylish Design Our exclusive Asteri Collection Villas are beautifully designed and stylishly decorated.  The villas are a study in laid back, luxurious living. Nestled amongst Olive and Cypress trees the professionally designed, private gardens create a peaceful oasis of calm. Enjoy elegant pools , relaxing areas and  generous terraces. Book your villa direct. Amazing Location…

Walking in Zakynthos: Off the Beaten Track –Villas in Greece There’s no doubt that Zakynthos is a holidaymaker’s dream. Constant sunshine? Check. Stunning beaches? Check. Lively nightlife? Fantastic food? Rich culture? Villas in Greece?Check, check, check. It’s easy to spend a week here simply enjoying the feeling of sand between your toes. But if you’re…

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas in Greece without the heavenly butter shortbread biscuits Kourabiethes. Pronounced “koo-ra-bee-ye-thes”.  These melt in the mouth delicacies are one of the highlights of the festive season. They can be found in all the bakeries piled high on the counter. Drenched in powdery icing sugar they look like wonderful little snowballs ,…