Welcome to Corfu, Bardis Hotel The island of Corfu in the northwestern corner of Greece, the most beautiful island in the country.With more rainfall than any other island there is a variety and abundance of plant life that makes the Ionian islands . The island is a few hours by ferry from Brindisi Italy.There are many boats to and from Italy, Patras, Igoumenitsa and the other islands in the chain. There is also an international airport. . If you are only going to see one place in Greece, Corfu is not a bad choice. Some of the most amazing beaches in the world are in Corfu and though tourism has completely taken over most of the coastal areas, the mountain villages are as unspoiled as the most remote in Greece.