Precious gem

Corfu's freshest hotel is a masterclass in quiet luxury and jaw-dropping views

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It's difficult not to fall in love with Corfu as soon as you set foot on the Greek island, with its lush green landscape and a backdrop comprising the blindingly blue waves of the Ionian Sea.

A higher rate of precipitation during its cool season is worth it for the blooming paradise that gives Corfu its reputation as Greece's greenest island, a badge that locals wear with pride.

It's also a wellness lover's paradise. For the ultimate in luxury, you can't beat the Álkyna Lifestyle Beach Resort, an adults-only hotel that opened its doors on the west side of the island, in the picturesque village of Agios Gordios, last year.