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Should I visit Corfu This Year?

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xmelissaa

xmelissaa

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I am planning to visit Greece this year and will go to Athens, maybe Hydra, Santorini, and Mykonos. I will have about a month in the country and I have never been to Corfu. I wonder if I should also visit Corfu this time around? Also, I am not sure Hydra is happening ... I will have time - Santorini/Mykonos will take up about a week of my time in Greece. What do you guys think?
 
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It all depends on how long you plan to stay! I get a little stressed when I try to do too much when in Greece. I like to plunk down in one spot, maybe two, and spend the time relaxing.
 
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