George Studios - (Accommodation in Skala)
Have just returned from 2 weeks staying at George Studios. We were in room 5, this seemed to be the smallest room there and was like an oven especially during the night when we had to sleep with the doors open. Fan hire was available at 10 euros a week, you will need it! It honestly was so hot in there though I think the fans should have been free.
It is in a nice location out of the way of everything, just tucked away round the corner and a brief stroll up the hill from the main square by the internet cafe. There were lots of farmyard noises during the night and a mad dog too but the sound of the fan blocked them out! I'm not sure if it was just the location of our room, but it was very noisy indeed. I think this was because the family live directly underneath this room and they spent most of the time having very loud chats into the early hours. I was phoning home from inside and the person on the other end asked what all the noise was!
- GBSkala Beach - (Beaches in Kefalonia)
Scala has a great beach which is mainly sand/shingle. It is very very long and so never gets overcrowded which is important to us. The sea is nice and clean and the water so clear that you can see the fish close to shore. It does shelve quite steeply in places but you soon get used to it. I always wear my flip flops into the sea as the stones can be a bit hard on the feet. A great view out to sea and wonderful beach tavernas too, what more could you ask for!
Socrates - (Restaurants in Skala)
Socrates is very traditional and welcoming and has the most wonderful food. I love the setting with the grapes growing overhead. Look out for the pumpkin pie on the specials, it was delicious. Their stuffed tomatoes were second to none. Homemade cake for desert was gorgeous, try their coffee one - divine!
Noufaro - (Restaurants in Skala)
This was my favourite! I love the garden, it is in a relaxed setting and very welcoming.
The menu is second to none, a huge variety to choose from. My favourites included fried cheese, sea bass, sea bream, seafood risotto the list goes on! Very reasonable prices and delicious food in generous portions. Excellent house wine too.