Sitting serenely in the northern Ionian Sea, Corfu’s natural beauty awash with pine forests, olive trees and colourful wildflowers makes it easy to see where its nickname ‘the Emerald Isle’ originates from. Unwaveringly popular, its verdant interior is joined by swathes of seductive sandy beaches fringed with inviting crystal-clear waters, the perfect partners for a luxury holiday on the island. The allure of Corfu doesn’t end there, its turbulent history is reflected in an intriguing blend of culture, architecture and cuisine that promises plenty to explore, with perhaps the most notable of cultural sites being charming Corfu Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site sandwiched between two ancient Venetian fortresses.