BREAKING NEWS: Arillas Secedes! Declared an Independent Municipal District

Arillas Secedes! Declared an Independent Municipal District of North Corfu

Dear fellow villagers, friends, and visitors of Arillas!

Following a unanimous (and highly secret) decision by the residents, we proudly announce today, April 1st, the official secession of Arillas and its surrounding scattered settlements from the Municipality of North Corfu. As of today, Arillas operates as an Autonomous Independent Municipal District!

Our patience has run out, and we are now taking matters into our hands. The new administration has already drafted the first Municipal Regulatory Constitution of Arillas and is bringing radical changes that will be discussed worldwide:

Arillas from now on occupies all the surrounding neighborhoods, namely Afionitika, Kavvaditika, Mpountaeika (up to the Akrotiri Kefali), all of Staousa, and secedes from Magoulades from the cemetery and below. Also, the island of Gravia finally belongs administratively to Arillas and is included in a global program for the protection of its flora, fauna, and its name.

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Welcome to Arillas

Travel information for Arillas in north west Corfu
Tell us anything you would like to know about Arillas we are going to reply as soon as possible. Send your comments Here:
If you are still looking for accommodation, look up for all the Tour Operators offering packages to Arillas, as well as the Local Apartment Owners , Hotels and Holiday Villas.
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Arillas, is situated at the North-Western part of Corfu island.
Quiet and safe resort for all types of tourists, is ideal for families, as children can play with the golden sand or swim in it s crystal shallow waters, for couples and people who are looking forward to escaping from anxiety and noise of the big city, and also to enjoy discovering the Corfiot nature walking through paths leading to the small villages around.
The area of Arillas without being commercialized keeps it s genuine character still, with a variety of small local family-run tavernas and shops that some of them are open all year, so that it can satisfy even the most demanding clients.
Arillas beach being in between to St George and St.Stefanos bays, has an advantageous position as it s visitors can easily get access to those other sandy beaches as well.
The friendly atmosphere, the beautiful well-known sunsets, the magnificent scenery, and the Corfiot colors which can be everywhere, leave to the visitors unforgettable "pictures" and the wish to come back.

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Kathara Deftera CLEAN MONDAY 2026

Καθαρά Δευτέρα 2026

Today it's the clean Monday for Greece!!

Kathará Deftéra (“Clean Monday”) is a major Greek religious and cultural holiday marking the beginning of Great Lent in the Orthodox Church, 48 days before Easter. It follows the festive Carnival period (Apókries) and symbolizes a “clean start” for the soul and body through fasting, forgiveness, and spiritual reflection.

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Serious road safety issues affecting the road network in the area of Arillas

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Immediate need for intervention at five dangerous road locations ahead of the 2026 tourist and wildfire prevention season

The Arillas Business Association of Corfu (S.E.A.K.) brings to the attention of the competent authorities serious road safety issues affecting the road network in the area of Arillas, which have emerged or significantly worsened following the extensive damage caused in November 2025.

In view of the 2026 tourist season and the upcoming wildfire prevention period, S.E.A.K. expresses the strong concern of local professionals, as the current condition of specific roads is directly related to:

  • public safety for residents, professionals, and visitors,

  • the accessibility and intervention capability of emergency response vehicles, and

  • the use of these roads as evacuation routes in cases of wildfire or other emergency incidents.

 

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SEA-TURTLE NESTS IN OUR BEACH AND NEAR-BY AREAS

Turtle Tracks in Arillas: A Special Summer Surprise

Over the past few days, we’ve spotted signs of sea turtle nests along the beaches of Arillas, Agios Georgios, and Agios Stefanos, and even witnessed some hatching activity!

It’s now confirmed: the Caretta caretta (loggerhead sea turtle) has started using our warm, sandy shores to lay their eggs. While this is still a relatively new phenomenon here, it’s likely linked to climate change and the reduced fishing activity along Corfu’s western coast.

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Discover the Real Corfu: Why Renting a Car Locally is Your Best Choice

Planning your holiday in beautiful Arillas? One of the first things on your checklist is likely transportation. While the big, shiny logos of multinational car rental companies at the airport might seem like the easy option, there is a much better, safer, and friendlier alternative: Renting from a local, family-owned business.

Here is why choosing a local car hire in North West Corfu isn’t just about supporting the community.... it’s the smartest travel hack for your holiday.

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Direct Flights to Corfu 2026: The Ultimate Travel Guide (March – October)

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Corfu Direct Flights 2026: The Complete Month-by-Month Guide

Planning your 2026 visit to Arillas? Use our comprehensive guide to find direct flights to Corfu (CFU) categorized by month and country. Click on any airline name to book directly on their official website.
The 2026 flight schedules are already being released by major carriers, making it easier than ever to secure your spot in the sun.
From the first blooms of March to the crystal-clear waters of October, here is everything you need to know about flying to Corfu (CFU) this season.

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One more book for anyone who loves Arillas

The Island of What Could Have Been

I have just finished reading The Island of What Could Have Been, and once again I find myself astonished. Few books manage to capture not only a setting but its very soul — and this novel does exactly that. Much like the previous one, it conveys something beyond description: the essence of Arillas.

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All you need to know about Arillas if you wish to spend your vacation or to make business in our area.

Arillas Business Union

ARILLAS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION- CORFU

All you need to know about Arillas if you wish to spend your vacation or to make business in our area.

Jointly organized in cooperation with the Local Councils of Magoulades, Afionas, Kavadades and  the Arillas cultural Organization

We represent the business community of Arillas and the broader area.
Some  140 different businesses here are run by approximately 50 local families.
For more than 30 years we have achieved a balance between the visitors, the locals and the businesses, based on the cooperation and mutual respect aiming to make of Arillas a sustainable tourist destination which we have to preserve.
In the recent years, we have noticed some welcome newcomers  reaching out  to become businessmen.  However, as they ignore the Greek institutional framework and the local culture, they do things, which are in conflict with everything we have achieved and tend to alter the tourist identity of the area.
Therefore, the balance achieved up to the present day is disturbed.  This is why we would like to put forth some points which we deem important for the development of the place.

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