In ancient Greek, the term F Zeen refers to ‘the good life’ and the all-important balance between health and pleasure. There could be no better description of this enchanting Kefalonia resort, which is built on a dramatic sun-drenched hillside above the Mediterranean Sea where the beauty of nature only enhances the world-class facilities on offer. Whether that means relaxing by the pool, walking along the beach or participating in the daily yoga, fitness and meditation classes is entirely up to you.
Step outside on your first morning at F Zeen and breathe in the warm, slightly salty air. The citrussy, earthy scents come from the landscape: the pool and breakfast terraces are bordered by great banks of fragrant olive, lemon and cypress trees, while colourful bougainvillaea winds its way around every wall. With a hot cup of herbal tea or a freshly made smoothie in hand – or even a bowl of creamy yogurt topped with figs and honey – you will feel the stresses of everyday life quickly fall away.
Family-run Greek hotels always have a slightly different atmosphere than their multinational-owned counterparts. Much of the food is freshly caught from the sea and cooked using beloved local recipes – and, in the case of F Zeen, given a modern twist by some of the top chefs in Greece. Fruit is picked each morning and other ingredients come from the in-house herb and vegetable gardens. Days under the hot summer sun are long and pleasurable, much like they have always been.