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Nissaki beach is the best for a chill beach day

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seleanor

seleanor

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Corfu has some of the nicest beaches on the country in my opinion, which is why so many of them can get super crowded. Nissaki beach is small, and found in one of the smaller bay's on the island. You should really check it out if you're looking for something more lowkey

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I love Nissaki beach!!
 
Corfu is such a pretty island. This beach looks spectacular! I have never been.
 
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