Lefkada is the most cosmopolitan of the Ionian family. For a start, it is connected to the mainland by a causeway and secondly, it was the only island in the archipelago to be conquered by the Ottoman Empire, giving it a more Turkish feel. Often overlooked for its more popular sisters, those who off-road to Lefkada find an under-appreciated gem with intricate lagoons, spectacular cliffs and some of the best beaches in Greece. In addition to lovely Lefkada town with its pastel houses, cobbled streets and excellent food scene, there are the smaller resort towns of Nidri, Perigiali, Nikiana and Lygia. Sunbathing, swimming, siestas and water sports are high on the agenda but for the more gung-ho, the mountainous interior is great for trekking, cycling and riding, and regular ferries run to Ithaca and Kefalonia for those seeking a bit of island hopping.
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