The only thing that scared us a little were various rumors about refugees flooding Greece. But there are no refugees in Rhodes. At all. So holidays there are quite safe.
So, as usual, we booked the trip through a travel agency and, knowing that we wouldn’t have to sit still, we didn’t bother too much with choosing a hotel, choosing the small hotel that we liked most from those offered by the tour operator ( I’ll write about the hotel separately).
The flight from Krasnodar to Rhodes took 2 hours, we flew over two seas and over Turkey (Rhodes is a few miles from the Turkish coast), at the Rhodes airport all procedures went very quickly, the airport itself is small, and there were not very many people. But there are a lot of Russian tourists in Rhodes, from most of them I heard sad conversations that “Turkey was closed, Egypt was closed, where should we go for the poor, Greece is the only budget holiday left.”
What to do in Rhodes
The week was quite busy:
Day 1: we arrived in the afternoon, checked in very quickly, then went to get acquainted with the city, shops, beaches;
> Review of Faliraki resort
Day 2: beach holiday, went swimming and sunbathing in one of the most beautiful bays of the island - Ladiko Bay;
Day 3: we went to Rhodes on our own, getting a lot of impressions, in the evening we went to the beach;
Day 4: sightseeing tour (from the tour operator) of Rhodes - for the whole day we traveled around the island along the entire perimeter along the entire coast, stopping at some attractions;
> Review of the sightseeing tour of Rhodes
> Story about a traditional Greek house and tasting
Day 5: again we devoted the whole day to a beach holiday - this time in Anthony Queen Bay;
Day 6: independent excursion to Lindos - it’s unforgettable, in the evening - again the beach;
Day 7: independent trip to the seven springs and in the evening - purchase of souvenirs (although there was already a full bag of purchases after the excursions);
> Story about a trip to 7 springs
Our departure was early in the morning on the 8th day.
Impressions of Rhodes. Is it worth going?
The island of Rhodes is indeed very beautiful, but after our black soil, the light (sandy-rocky) scorched earth and the abundance of unfinished hotels and buildings at first gave the impression that you were on a construction site. However, this impression quickly disappears. The vegetation is not very dense, but there are many flowers - bright, large, many fruit trees, olive groves, vineyards. Nature somehow reminded me of our Taman or the eastern coast of Crimea, but everything was brighter and more exotic.
Do not believe those who write about the “gentle” Rhodian sun. It is not for nothing that the island is considered the patrimony of the sun god - Helios: according to legend, when Zeus divided the lands between the gods, Helios was busy with his main business - illuminating the Earth, and did not have time to distribute, therefore, when he complained to Zeus that he was left with nothing, he offered choose any piece of land for him. Helios chose the most beautiful island - Rhodes. Of course, he showers his patrimony with rays, and the sun (at least in July) here is simply merciless to unwary tourists. It is especially deceptive on the shore, as a light cooling breeze blows from the sea, and you simply don’t feel like you’re slowly being fried. Even creams don’t really help, we got pretty sunburned on the first day, and this despite the fact that the Kuban sun is also extremely hot, so you have to be very careful. Sunscreens, sunscreens, and after-sun creams are sold everywhere, but they are not cheap - from 7 to 20 euros on average. But the cream is also not a panacea - it will not save you from the direct rays of the hot midday sun; on the beach it is better to be in the shade - under umbrellas.
The island is washed by two seas - the Mediterranean and the Aegean. The eastern coast, washed by the Mediterranean Sea, and its northern part is considered a resort. There are beautiful sandy and pebble beaches, bays, and many hotels. The western side of the island is washed by the very stormy Aegean Sea, it is windy, the coast is rocky, and the temperature is a couple of degrees lower than on the east coast. There are practically no hotels here, but the vegetation is denser and greener. Many olive plantations and vineyards. If in the eastern part people live mainly from tourism, then in the western part they also live from agriculture.
Review of Faliraki resort
There is no industry at all on the island, so the water in Rhodes is considered the cleanest in Europe. The island is fully self-sufficient in electricity (mostly solar energy) and fresh drinking water. It’s generally difficult to die from thirst here. I liked that at almost every step there are taps with clean drinking water. Let the warm water flow down a little, place the bottle - and here you have cool drinking water.
The island has several attractions, including those included in the UNESCO World Heritage List: the Old Town of Rhodes and the Palace of the Grand Masters. There are also ancient monuments here: in Lindos there is the second most important and largest ancient Acropolis after Athens, and Lindos itself with its white narrow streets is unique and is under UNESCO protection.
> Find out more about what excursions are offered in Rhodes
What is protected by UNESCO is in good condition, but some sights are in a rather deplorable state - “waiting for investors.” We have heard this phrase: “investors are waiting” very often. It feels like it’s even convenient for the Greeks to blame everything on the crisis. And the crisis is really felt here - there are a lot of unfinished or abandoned hotels, restaurants, etc. In addition, the fly in the ointment is that the island is quite dirty. That is, no one cleans up garbage on the streets. At all. Empty bottles, pieces of paper, bags - all this along the roads, on the sidelines, near courtyards, on city streets and even a few steps from expensive luxury hotels. This happened here, probably, only in the most “tight” 90s. We concluded that there is no concept of public utilities in Rhodes, but at least you can clean up near your yards, because all the land on the island is someone else’s. The only exception is the beaches. It’s really clean there, the beach workers clean and take care of cleanliness.
The composition of vacationers is very diverse: in addition to Greeks from continental Greece and “Russian tourists”, there are many Germans (how they can stand this heat!), French, and Italians. I want to say separately about the latter - if more than two Italians gather somewhere (on a bus, in a restaurant, in a swimming pool or in a store), then it seems that ONLY Italians are here: they make noise, shout, wave their arms, they can shout at the whole bus , communicating from the front rows with the back rows. I admit, by the end of the vacation, as soon as I saw the Italians, I immediately wondered: why didn’t they sit in Italy, because there are the same islands, the same climate and the same Mediterranean Sea.
The food in Greece is very tasty, plentiful, a lot of meat and vegetables, of course, everything is consumed with olive oil and wine. Very tasty dairy products and fruits. Even living in the south of our country, having tasted Rhodes oranges from a branch, I realized that what they sell in our stores is not oranges, but a pitiful semblance. Very sweet and tasty figs, they grow everywhere here, but unfortunately they are still green, although they sell ripe ones.
> About our gastronomic adventures
And finally, I will say a few words about the local population. The Greeks are very beautiful and friendly people. Both Greeks and Greek women are beautiful. They smile a lot, almost everyone knows at least a few basic words in Russian (and in some hotels and shops they can speak “great and mighty” quite well) and speak reasonable English, so there were no language problems at all, although I don’t know Greek at all, except for the three words “politeness.” The Greeks understand that tourists are their only source of income, so they are very welcoming and friendly. But at the same time they are leisurely, a little optional, non-punctual, relaxed and do not particularly strain themselves. They blame “Europe” for all their troubles and expect someone to help them. To be honest, it’s hard for me to imagine that these are the descendants of precisely those great Hellenes who stood at the origins of democracy and modern European civilization (although the same can be said about the Italians, who are so different from my ideas about the Romans during the empire).
In general, despite some disadvantages, and there are enough of them in any country, because nothing can be ideal, we enjoyed our holiday in Rhodes and returned full of positive things. The week was extremely eventful, bright, and Greek music sounding everywhere and surrounding views that fully correspond to stereotypical ideas about Greece: olive groves with freely roaming goats create the necessary ambiance and unique flavor.
So I give Rhodes a solid four plus and recommend going there at least once. It will appeal to beach lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and, of course, those who like to discover something new, visit sights and broaden their horizons.
The only condition is that if you want to have fun and have peace while sleeping, book a hotel located north of the town center, it is much quieter there than in other areas of Faliraki.
Another undoubted advantage of Faliraki is its close proximity to the historical attractions of the island - the city of Rhodes and the ancient Acropolis of Lindos.
Faliraki, Rhodes hotels: super discounts
Afand
The village of Afandou is conveniently nestled around the north-eastern coast of Rhodes. One of the largest village villages on the island, Afandou's streets and courtyards are filled with fruit and olive trees. Afandou is home to the longest beach on the island of Rhodes, which occupies approximately 7 kilometers of sea coast. The sunbathing area is covered with golden sand, which smoothly turns into a smooth pebble layer, and then returns to golden sand. Afandou Beach is valued among tourists not only as an ideal place for sunbathing, but also as an excellent island golf spot.
Kalathos
Kalathos is a quaint little Greek village in eastern Rhodes that has a great bar, a delicious tavern dinner, and a huge, never-crowded Mediterranean beach for sunbathing. Those who decide to thoroughly get to know the island prefer to relax in Kalathos; this is an ideal place to study the history and main island attractions. Lindos and its prehistoric archaeological treasures are six kilometers away, and Kalathos itself offers an excellent atmosphere for quality relaxation.
Kolymbia
Kolymbia is one of the best beach resorts in Rhodes. The Kolymbia coast lies halfway between lively Faliraki and ancient Lindos. For a long time the resort remained rather intimate and unknown to anyone. Thanks to this, even today the beaches of Kolymbia are quite uncrowded and exceptionally clean, even at the height of summer. Along the Kolymbia beach, almost the entire area is marked with the Blue Flag, which indicates the environmental friendliness of these places.
Kolymbia, Rhodes hotels: super discounts
Lindos
Narrow stone-paved streets, white houses, friendly locals and tame donkeys peacefully wandering around the town - this is the atmosphere in Lindos, on the east coast of Rhodes. This small village has powerful protection - all its architectural elements are under state protection, so nothing will disturb your peaceful and comfortable holiday in the penates of the ancient Greek island of civilization.
However, at night Lindos does not at all look like an old homebody - bars and taverns, cafes and restaurants come to life, a taste of the bright and noisy resort life bursts into the quiet seaside night...
Having planned a vacation in Lindos, everyone simply must visit the ancient Acropolis and touch the columns of the restored Temple of Athena. Close to the beautiful Lindos beach there is another unforgettable natural place - St. Paul's Bay. As legends say, the apostle once visited these parts. The chapel built in his honor also bears the name of the saint.
When planning to visit Lindos, take note that you should buy ceramics here as souvenirs; they are some of the best on the island. Not far from the resort there is an interesting tourist attraction - the Valley of Seven Springs, where people go to, as legends say, to be cleansed of sins in life-giving spring water. The distance from Lindos to the capital of the island, Rhodes, is approximately 50 km.
South of Lindos - from Lardos Bay to Plymiri - the best beaches of Rhodes are located on the coast. These are very quiet, very clean and very scenic places for swimming and sunbathing, which end at a very symbolic place on the island - Cape Prasonisi, where the Aegean and Mediterranean seas "kiss"....
A little further, to the south, tourists will find the resorts of Lachanya and Plymiri, inviting them to quiet sandy Mediterranean beaches where peace and quiet reign. Each hotel has a large space allocated here; they stand a little apart, but the recreational infrastructure and service will satisfy the most demanding needs.
Lindos hotels
Lindos, Rhodes hotels: super discounts
Pefkos
The quiet village of Pefkos is located just 5 km from Lindos, just in the middle of fragrant pine groves! Those who are tired of the noise of cities, who complain of stress and depression, who are looking for peace and tranquility go to Pefkos on vacation. The sandy beach and the azure Mediterranean Sea can provide everything necessary for tourists yearning for peace.
The name of the resort of Pefkos comes from the name of the pine trees that line the beautiful local sandy beach. There was once a small fishing village here, but over time everything has changed. Cozy bars and restaurants, the color of local secluded streets, fresh air smelling of sun-warmed pine needles - this is how Pefkos greets vacationers... And very close by is lively, active Lindos!
Kiotari
The pebble-sand beach of Kiotari, a new island resort near Southern Rhodes, is worth booking a tour for married couples. Here are some undeniable arguments: the resort was simply created for this segment of tourists, there are a lot of offers for water sports and recreation, and in your free time from the beach, Kiotari also has somewhere to have fun - coastal bars and restaurants, excellent places for walks on the embankment, it is very convenient to get to Lindos, and even to the capital - Rhodes.
In addition, almost all hotels in Kiotari are located right on the coastline, right next to the sea.
Gennadi
Gennadi in the south of the island is a small fishing village nestled along the east coast of the island. Of course, it is not as popular among holidaymakers as its neighbors - Pefkos and Lindos, but, probably, it is thanks to this that Gennadi has managed to retain its traditional charm of a colorful Greek village - narrow cobbled stone streets, old-fashioned taverns, and next to it are ultra-modern fashionable European-style houses . How do you like this potpourri?
The beach of the village of Gennadi is covered with smooth pebbles; it is somewhat remote from the village, but this fact makes it even more attractive.
Tsambika
It’s worth remembering if only because it’s not only an excellent golden spot for sunbathing. Near Tsambika beach there is a functioning monastery, which gave the name to this beach. On religious holidays, which are held in honor of the Mother of God, women flock to the monastery, passionately wanting to have children.
Pilgrims climb the mountain to the monastery, overcoming 300 steps, to pray in front of the miraculous monastery icon and ask for the joy of motherhood. They say that many people manage to give the world a new life after this pilgrimage...
Lardos
In Lardos, inside the island, in the southeast, tourists seek out the local ancient flavor - take a walk in the old square, breathe in the smells of cypress trees warming in the sun, pray in the local Orthodox church and listen to the murmur of the Italian fountain.
Lunch time involves delicious feasts in bars and taverns, and we suggest devoting the rest of your free time to visiting the active monastery and the ruins of a Byzantine castle.
Prasonisi
Green Island (as the name of Cape Prasonisi sounds in translation) is located at the very southern end of Rhodes, at a distance of approximately 90 km from the capital. Fans and connoisseurs of windsurfing know that only here, from July to August, dry northern Meltemi winds blow, which are so valued among professionals involved in sailing sports.
People also go to Prasonisi for something exotic - to see the natural landmark of Rhodes, the place of “the kiss of two seas.” Here the stormy and temperamental Aegean and the warmed by the warm sun, the slightly relaxed and therefore lazy Mediterranean merge together...
Resorts of Rhodes on the west coast (Aegean Sea)
The resorts of Rhodes on the west coast have still been very little explored by European tourists; they are quite wild places and very sparsely populated. Only a few seaside villages have already established a tourism business, providing a high level of service and providing excellent conditions for recreation on the west coast of Rhodes. For the rest, everything is still ahead; the time of discovery is just beginning...
Kremasti
The small resort town of Kremasti is located 12 km from the capital of the island of Rhodes. Tourists are attracted here by the excellent pebble beach and the local attraction - the Valley of the Butterflies.
Kremasti Beach is a long coastal strip of sand and pebbles that stretches along the length of the entire town. In the middle of the beach resort is a green central square, where there is room for several taverns and countless shops. For nightlife, beach fun and historical sights, you need to go to neighboring Rhodes - it is nearby, 20 minutes away.
Pastida
Pastida is a quiet little Greek village in the north of the island. The entire life of the village revolves around a few local taverns surrounding the quaint village square. There are no cars at all on the narrow streets, everything here functions and lives only for the local population and pedestrian tourists - fragrant olive and citrus groves, a leisurely flow of life and recreation... The main beach, Kremasti, is very close.
Ialyssos
Ialyssos or Trianda is a small, charming beach resort on the western Aegean coast of Rhodes. Comfortable hotels simply overlook the embankment, and right in the center of the town, traditional Greek taverns await tourists in the evenings, full of delicious smells coming from hearty Mediterranean dishes being prepared.
Not far away is the lively, cheerful Faliraki, and just nearby are the historical rarities of the capital Rhodes.
Ixia
Ixia is a beautiful man-made beach resort located on the northwestern tip of the island of Rhodes. The resort's recreational infrastructure is built around the coastline of the Aegean Sea, forming the Gulf of Ixia.
Along the town's embankment there are luxury multi-storey hotels and a whole list of restaurants distinguished by high quality service. Further, if you move a little away from the coast, a quiet residential area of the town begins, closed from the rest of Rhodes by the Akramitis mountains.
Ixia is the perfect seaside center of Rhodes for surfing, its pebble beach is ideal for this sport and relaxation - it is well equipped for water sailing.
The coast around the beach village of Ialyssos and its neighbor Ixia is a kind of Rhodesian mix, consisting of luxury hotel complexes, distinguished by their particular respectability and rich, varied nightlife. Surfing competitions are often held here on the beaches of the Aegean Sea in the west of Rhodes.
And nearby is the capital city of Rhodes, filled with restaurants, colorful hotels, all kinds of attractions and usual city entertainment... By the way, the international airport is a 15-minute drive from the western beach resorts in Rhodes.
How to get from Ixia and other resorts of Western Rhodes to the Mediterranean Sea and Eastern Rhodes
The answer is very simple: the eastern coast of the island of Rhodes, which is washed by the Mediterranean Sea, is served by regular buses of the carrier company KTEL. Look for the bus terminal on Rimini Square, Rhodes city. This is where all flights to Eastern Rhodes depart from.
Buses depart from the bus terminal on Averof Street, Paradisi Area in Rhodes to take you to the Mediterranean beaches of Kallithea.
When looking for an economical hotel for a beach holiday, don’t miss the chance to explore the interior of Rhodes. It is worth a look at Archangelos - this is a colorful beach resort, second in size and size after the island capital. Another village worthy of attention is Askilipio. Here you can see the Byzantine Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (XIV century), and in the vicinity of the village is the Monolithos fortress, built in the 15th century. It once served as a defensive structure for the Crusader knights.
Near the small settlement of Laerma is the largest monastery of the Archangel Michael in Rhodes. 8 km from the capital, near the village of Ialysos, Mount Filerimos rises; on its top, the remains of the ancient acropolis are still preserved.
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The island of Rhodes is the dream of many vacationers, and you must agree, how pleasant it will be to remember the “island of the Sun” on rainy autumn evenings, showing off your tan to friends and colleagues!
The uniqueness of this island is not only that it has the hottest and sunniest climate in Greece, but also that all vacationers can choose in advance which of the two seas they will swim in.
On the western side, Rhodes is washed by the Aegean Sea, ideal for surfing and similar extreme sports. The beaches here are mostly pebble, there is a lot of greenery, the winds are constantly blowing, and the sea is slightly stormy. There are few animation programs in hotels; families with children prefer the east coast, but the temperature here is several degrees lower and the climate is ideal for people who cannot tolerate heat.
The waters of the Mediterranean Sea quietly splash along the east coast. This is an ideal place for families with children, wide sandy and finely pebble beaches, many hotels with entertainment for children and adults, a gentle slope into the sea and hot sun.
Where to go in Rhodes - that’s the question you have to answer, there’s a huge choice!
The best resorts of Rhodes on the east coast.
1. Kallithea.
The resort area of Kallithea includes several villages: Koskina, Psinthos and Kallithea. There are wonderful hotels, beaches, cozy picturesque coves, villages and many attractions. Kallithea will offer you accommodation for every taste: in five star hotels (accommodation in which is estimated at? 75-? 220 per day in September, £ 50-? 180 in October), 4-star hotels (? 50-? 150 in September, ? 30-? 100 in October) and 3 stars (? 45-? 65 in September, ? 20-? 40 in October). Is it possible to rent an apartment or apartment at a price from? 20. Local beaches, including sandy ones (“Kokkina” and “Reni”) and pebble ones, are equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, and there are cafes and taverns in each cove.
2. Faliraki.
Faliraki is the club capital of Rhodes; young people from all over the island, both tourists and locals, flock here in search of nightlife. Bars and taverns, restaurants and clubs, discos on the beach and shops, you can spend the whole night here, moving from one party place to another. And during the day you will find sandy beaches, all kinds of water activities, an amusement park and the only water park on the island, where there are many attractions for both children and adults, mini-restaurants and snack bars.
3. Lindos.
Lindos is the most picturesque resort in Rhodes, dominated by the majestic snow-white Acropolis, built on a high rock. Clean, comfortable beaches, azure sea, water activities and a white-stone town with narrow streets - this is modern Lindos. But in ancient times it was the most powerful city of the island, a port and a center of trade.
4. Pefkos.
One of the most famous resorts in Rhodes, Pefkos, is a small town 3 km from Lindos. A long, quiet sandy beach, surrounded by tall evergreen pines that quietly rustle to the rhythm of the sea, is no place for relaxation. It is not as crowded as Lindos, and those who get tired of the sun and tranquility can go on an excursion to Rhodes or other interesting places on the island. Pefkos is an excellent place for a holiday with children, and friendly staff, a fully equipped beach with a gentle slope into the sea and the pine scent mixed with the sea breeze will make your holiday one of the most memorable. There are no luxury hotels in this area, but you can stay in a 3-star hotel (rooms price from £20 per night in September, from £3 to £15 in October), and rent a studio apartment at similar prices, and rent a small villa (price for a group of 8 people will be £370 per week in May and September, £420 in June and £520 in July and August).
5. Rhodes.
Rhodes is an amazingly beautiful ancient city, located at the junction of two seas, the capital of the island, the center of cultural and club life, the best place for shopping and a resort with developed infrastructure. You can rent a room in a five star hotel in September at a price from? 100 to? 200 per night in September, from? 70 to? 160 – in October, a room in a 4-star hotel will cost from? 45 to? 80 in September, from? 30 to? 60 in October. 3 star hotel rooms available in Rhodes from? 25 to? 50 in September, from? 15 to? 40 – in October. The cheapest housing - apartments or private apartments can be rented for? 20-? 35 in September, ? 15-? 25 – in October. A cottage for four with amenities and a swimming pool will cost the whole company? 700 per week in the “low” season and in? 1300 – in “high”. The beach of Rhodes is the most beautiful on the island and the most frequently photographed, and besides the magnificent sandy beach there is everything your heart desires: restaurants and bars, clubs and discos, not to mention the attractions (most of the ancient monuments and museums are located in the Old Town).
6. Archangelos.
Archangelos is the largest village on the island, located 30 km south of its capital. Under the shadow of the ancient castle lie vineyards, olive groves, orange and lemon plantations. Local handmade carpets and intricate ceramics are famous throughout Greece. Here you can also buy handmade goatskin shoes and spend the night in quiet family hotels (and if you like it, stay longer).
7. Kolymbia.
Kolymbia is one of the best places in Rhodes, as if specially created for a family holiday, and for kids it’s simply a paradise, given that local hotels try to create the best conditions for families with children. The village of Kolymbia is located 19 km from Rhodes; its decoration is the Eucalyptus Alley, where all the local shops, restaurants and bars are concentrated. Hotels vary in price and are scattered throughout the coast. The main local attraction is the Seven Springs Nature Reserve.
The best resorts of Rhodes on the west coast.
1. Theologos.
The village of Theologos is located 20 km from the capital of the island. Perched on a hillside, the small houses overlook a valley covered with vineyards, fig trees and olive trees. The sandy beach, constantly blown by the wind, attracts water sports enthusiasts. You can opt for a 4-star hotel (accommodation here is estimated at? 30-? 65 per night in September, £ 25-? 60 in October) and a more modest one (? 20 in September, £ 25 in October) two star hotel. A studio apartment in the private sector will cost? 20 in September and at? 10 in October.
2. Ixia.
Ixia is known to all surfers and kiters in the world as the best place to practice these sports, in addition, this place, thanks to its developed infrastructure and excellent hotels, attracts many business people who come to numerous meetings and symposiums. The beaches of Ixia are covered with large pebbles and are not suitable for beach holidays and swimming, especially with children. But older people feel great in the local climate.
3. Ialysos.
Neighboring Ixia is Ialyssos, also famous for its windy weather and constantly rough sea. There are several windsurfing centers here, where you can learn all the intricacies of extreme water sports and try your hand at the ranks of professionals. Ancient Ialyssos has survived to this day and the houses of the townspeople are adjacent to ancient monuments, which presents a unique picture.
4. Monolithos.
Monolithos is the largest settlement in the southwestern part of Rhodes, famous for its ancient castle built in the 15th century, which stands on a cliff 236 m high. From the sea, the cliff drops off vertically, and lovers of beautiful views and thrills climb up the opposite slope.
5. Kamiros.
50 km from Rhodes, on the western coast of the island, there is another fragment of an ancient civilization - the city of Kamiros, well preserved and of undoubted archaeological value, as an example of an ancient Greek polis.
6. Prasonisi.
“Kiss of two seas” - this is what all tourist guides call this place. The Aegean and Mediterranean Sea meet here, and Prasonisi is the windiest and wettest place on the entire island. The coast is a wide endless beach with clean white sand, the descent into the water is gentle, but there are also steep slopes. Prasonisi has a surfing center and a surf school with all the necessary equipment. There are no other entertainments here; for them you will have to go to Rhodes or Lindos. The nearest settlement is the village of Kattavia, where the life of the villagers flows as calmly as it did five hundred years ago, when the first house was built here.
If you are not going to the island for the first time, you have already seen everything and do not know where to go in Rhodes, then keep in mind that there are many sea cruises to the neighboring Greek islands, where there is also something to see. Oh, have you already been there? Then all that remains for you is to take a ferry ride to the Turkish resort town of Fethiye. Ancient and picturesque, with narrow streets of ancient quarters, a noisy bazaar and amazing sights, temples, Lycian burials and beautiful beaches, you will remember it for a long time.
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Rhodes is an extraordinary island that tourists from Russia and many other countries of the world love to visit. Why does it attract travelers so much? It should be noted that Rhodes has a pleasant Mediterranean climate, which is very comfortable for both adults and children. In addition, the island has a large number of attractions, including medieval fortresses and excavations of objects from ancient times. Moreover, having visited Rhodes, you can visit unique souvenir shops, as well as interesting places for recreation and entertainment. Let us next consider the best places to relax in Rhodes, as well as the most popular places to visit after visiting this unique place.
Climatic conditions
As mentioned above, the island of Rhodes enjoys excellent climatic conditions typical of many Mediterranean countries. The uniqueness of the local climate lies in the fact that here the true heat is harmoniously combined with cool air masses coming from the sea. The result is actually excellent conditions that are suitable even for children. Thanks to this, Rhodes is often classified as a group of resorts where you can organize family holidays.
The ideal time to visit the island in question is from March to October, which is associated with excellent temperature conditions - during this time the air warms up from 20 to 30 degrees. At this time, the climate in Rhodes is quite dry, with almost no precipitation observed here. Speaking about the water temperature in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas washing the island, it should be noted that it is maintained at 25 degrees.
Popular resorts
Where to go in Rhodes? Statistics show that the island has a huge number of resort areas that are perfectly suited for tourists from around the world, including Russia. Which ones are the most popular? It should be noted that the choice of resort may directly depend on travelers’ inclinations towards certain types of recreation. Thus, practice shows that resorts located on the western coast of Rhodes are excellent for those who prefer active water sports, since windy weather is often observed near the coast here, allowing surfing. Ixia and Ialyssos, washed by the waters of the Aegean Sea, are recognized as excellent options for holiday regions in this place. In their reviews, travelers note that these regions have vibrant nightlife, and there are also a large number of restaurants and decent shops that tourists will be very interested in visiting.
If we look at the eastern coast of Rhodes, we can note that at the resorts on its territory you can afford a more relaxing, but less intense holiday. According to tourists, the infrastructure here is well developed. The most popular holiday destinations are resort towns such as Faliraki, Kallithea, Kolymbia and Afandou. Nature lovers, having visited these regions, can please themselves with a visit to healing springs, picturesque promenades and pine forests.
In the south-eastern part of Rhodes there is a resort incredibly popular among lovers of a comfortable holiday - Lindos. In this city, it is possible to rent a large number of private houses, villas, as well as individual rooms in the private sector.
Places to stay
When planning a holiday in Greece in Rhodes, you need to choose a hotel carefully. Practice shows that this issue, as a rule, does not cause any difficulties, since there are enough decent places to stay at the resort. Most of them are represented by hotels offering not only a comfortable stay, but also high-quality service. Let's look at some of the most popular ones.
It should be noted that among the hotels in Rhodes there are a large number of five-star hotels. Among them, very popular are: Amathus Beach, Mitsis Rodos Maris, and The Ocean Blue. When choosing a hotel on the island in question, you should also pay attention to Aldemar Paradise Mare & Village - a vacation spot located on the first coastline, where vacations are provided on an all-inclusive basis. On its territory there are halls for sports, playgrounds for children, entertainment areas, as well as a huge water zone with slides.
Tourists often mention four-star hotels in their positive comments. Of these, Mitsis Faliraki Beach stands out - a vacation spot located in the palm park, on the first coastline. Among the services provided by the hotel, massages are incredibly popular, as well as all-inclusive meals in the restaurant.
The Esperides Beach Hotel, in accordance with international standards, also has 4* status and offers excellent conditions for a comfortable stay. When planning a holiday in Rhodes with children, you can safely book available apartments in this hotel, since it offers a large number of conditions suitable for holidays with children: a separate aqua zone with water slides, a mini-club, open areas, etc. Moreover , next to the hotel in question there is a huge amusement park with interesting attractions.
Best beaches
When assessing the beaches of Rhodes, you should pay attention only to those that are marked with blue flags on tourist maps. This designation indicates that the area on the coastline is as safe and clean as possible. Which sandy beaches of Rhodes are considered the best for relaxation? Let's look at their list below.
One of them is located in the northern part of the island - Elli. It is impossible to be in complete solitude on its territory, since there are always a lot of people here. For their pleasant pastime, there are a large number of bars and restaurants on the coast.
Afandou is another decent beach in Rhodes, captivating tourists with its size. It is completely covered with a mixture of pebbles and fine sand. Tourists note that the recreation area has good infrastructure and an excellent selection of entertainment. There is a large golf club within walking distance from this beach.
Among the best beaches of Rhodes is Faliraki - a huge recreation area, the length of which is almost 5 kilometers. The beach offers not only a clean area and well-developed infrastructure - there is also the possibility of renting sports equipment for water activities and outdoor games. The Faliraki coastline has a considerable number of restaurants and bars. All the conditions presented on the site attract tourists, which is why there is always a massive crowd of people here, which is not always pleasant for fans of spending time in solitude.
Lindos is one of the best beaches in Rhodes for families with children. This is due to the fact that its site has a large number of places to entertain children, its territory is completely safe and clean, and the sea is shallow. Tourists note that the main highlight of Lindos beach is the stunning view that opens from it to the amazingly beautiful castle and Acropolis. Moreover, from here you can observe stunning nature.
And finally, another popular beach is Vlycha. This vacation spot is attractive because it is located in a picturesque place with beautiful nature. Moreover, the coastline of the beach is quite shallow, which allows you to spend time here with children without worrying about their safety. According to travelers who have visited Vlich, it is quite comfortable to be here. In addition, many of them are pleased with the presence of a large number of restaurants, bars, taverns and clubs on the coast.
Attractions
What are the best places in Rhodes that you should definitely visit while on the island? There is a certain list of attractions that are interesting for tourists with different preferences.
One of the popular places on the island is the Rhodes Fortress, built by the Hospitallers. At one time, this structure served as a reliable defense of the city from Turkic raids. Currently, it is a popular architectural object combined with an archaeological museum. Having visited the territory of the fortress, you can get acquainted with the Suleiman Mosque, explore the Palace of the Grand Masters, and also walk along Socrates Street.
Travelers' special attention is drawn to the "Seven Springs" attraction, presented in the form of a tunnel with water. Legend says that people who pass through this place will become seven years younger and will also be freed from the seven deadly sins. Reviews about this attraction say that when heading here, you need to be prepared to spend quite a long time in complete darkness. Tourists say that it is so dark here that you cannot see the people walking in front.
You should definitely go to Mount Filerimos, where peacocks walk around. Tourists note that the mountain has an excellent observation deck from which one can observe the incredible beauty of the surrounding nature. On this mountain there is a small temple of the Virgin Mary, as well as a huge 17-meter cross, the road to which is called among the local population as the “Road to Calvary”.
In reviews of Rhodes you can often find recommendations for visiting the ancient city of Lindos. This place is famous for being located at the very foot of a picturesque hill, surrounded by water of a beautiful azure color. This settlement was built back in the 6th century BC. Tourists note the extraordinary beauty of the local streets, as well as the abundance of shops and small souvenir shops where you can buy gifts for your family and friends. In the central part of the city there is a large ancient castle, which can be reached on horseback on a rented donkey or on foot, traveling through narrow and very beautiful streets.
Vacation with children
Don’t know where is the best place to relax with children in Rhodes? In this case, you should turn to public opinion, formed on the basis of reviews left by those people who previously organized their family holidays in Greece and, in particular, on the island of Rhodes. Where is the best place to relax in Rhodes with a child? Statistics show that the most suitable resorts for this are Faliraki, Ialyssos, Ixia, and Kolymbia. Some travelers say that you can have a great time with your child in Gennadi, Lindos and Kiotari - these resort regions are located in the southern part of the island.
All of the above regions have excellent conditions for recreation with children. In particular, they are expressed by the presence of clean and shallow beaches, off the coast of which high water temperatures are maintained for a long period. Moreover, in these cities there are a large number of attractions, as well as other venues.
Where is the best place to relax with children in Rhodes? Following the reviews of tourists, it is best to give preference to hotels located in coastal areas. Most of them offer all-inclusive meals, as well as facilities for children's recreation and entertainment. A considerable number of family hotels are available in the cities of Ixia (Amathus Beach 5*, Olympic Palace 5*, Rodos Palace 5*), Ialyssos (Club Calimera Sunshine, Filerimos 4*, Sun Beach 4*), Kolymbia Bay 4*, Kolymbia Beach 4*), as well as Kallithea (La Marquise Luxury 5*, Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness 5*).
While on vacation in the company of children, you can enjoy visiting interesting places that will definitely be of interest to children of different ages. Among these, the leading position is occupied by the landscape park located in the city of Rodini. Here you can enjoy not only a beautiful view of nature, but also walking peacocks, streams, etc. You can always please your child with a visit to the Valley of the Butterflies, the Aquarium in Rhodes, as well as the huge Water Park.
Features of recreation in different months of the holiday season
Experience shows that during different months of the holiday season, holidays on the island can be varied. That is why you should clearly know where it is better to relax in Rhodes in July, August, September - the main months of the holiday season.
If a flight to the island is planned for July, you should turn your attention to the eastern region and, in particular, to the resort towns of Kiotari, Lardos, Lindos, Kolymbia, Kallithea and Faliraki. There is also a huge water park, a visit to which in hot weather will be especially appropriate. The listed regions also have a large number of Orthodox sites that will be interesting to visit.
Where is the best place to go on holiday in Rhodes in August? Practice shows that in this month the weather on the island is quite hot, allowing you to swim in the sea and sunbathe. The best places to relax during this period are the same eastern resorts of the island, as well as some western ones - Ixia, Theologos and Ialyssos. Having arrived on the Greek island in question during the specified period, you should definitely take advantage of the opportunity to relax on the beach by staying in a hotel closer to the coastline. If you wish, you can also visit the city of Faliraki - a large settlement with a vibrant nightlife taking place in local clubs, restaurants, and other entertainment venues. Throughout August, various festivals are held in Rhodes, which will also be interesting for tourists from Russia to visit.
Don’t know where is the best place to relax in Rhodes in September? Experienced travelers recommend visiting the beaches of eastern resort towns during this period, but mostly for sunbathing, since during this period the air temperature on the island begins to drop rapidly, and the water in the coastal areas becomes colder. At this time, it would be very appropriate to climb the famous Filerimos Mountain, as well as the “Orthodox Heritage of Rhodes” excursion - at low temperatures, walks will become more comfortable. Throughout September, Rhodes also hosts a number of festivals that you can also attend.
About the cost of the holiday
Many travelers planning to relax on the island in question are concerned with the question of how much the trip might cost? Practice shows that Rhodes is not a very expensive resort when compared with others located in the Mediterranean region.
As a rule, the highest cost of vacation is at the height of the holiday season, which occurs in July and August. In June and May you can relax here cheaper, but reviews from vacationers say that in these months you can encounter insufficiently warmed seas, which will negatively affect the overall picture of your vacation and will also cause a lack of positive impressions. You can encounter the same problems if you visit the island in September, as well as in October.
Experts in the tourism business recommend using the services of agencies rather than planning a trip on your own. This is due to the fact that flights to the island, as well as accommodation and food in decent conditions in Greece, are quite expensive. So, if you use the services of a tour operator, a vacation in Rhodes (Greece) in an all-inclusive hotel with meals and flights will cost about 65-70 thousand rubles, which is quite acceptable. At the same time, the cost of staying in the same conditions for 10 days, but without a voucher, will be about 90-100 thousand. It should be noted that the difference is quite significant.
If you want to have the most inexpensive holiday possible, tourists recommend renting a room in the private sector with a kitchen. In such a situation, you will need to cook your own food from products purchased at the nearest supermarket, but you will be able to save a lot of money.
Special attention should be paid to some recommendations that experienced travelers leave in their reviews.
Some tourists note that while staying on the island, you definitely need to rent a car, despite the fact that the total area of the island is relatively small. Travelers say that having a personal car makes it possible to independently visit the most interesting places in Rhodes. In addition, this travel option will not be as expensive as purchasing an excursion package in specific destinations. To rent a car, simply having money is not enough. To do this, the tenant must have a driver's license. Moreover, his driving experience must be at least one year.
Reviews of Rhodes often mention the water park. Absolutely all travelers who have visited the island recommend visiting it. In addition to a huge number of water activities, the park has several attractions, as well as areas for safe recreation for children. It is recommended to get to this place by rented car, or, in the absence of one, by taxi or regular bus going in this direction.
Many tourists recommend spending their honeymoon in Rhodes, arguing that the island has a romantic atmosphere all around, and hotels now and then offer special conditions and serious discounts for newlyweds.
Excursions
As for excursion programs, the most often recommended is the “Mediterranean Grand Tour”, which involves traveling along the east coast of the island and getting acquainted with the attractions located here. According to tourists, it is best to go on trips around the island in the morning or at lunchtime - at other times tourists may face sweltering heat.
Practice shows that it is best to purchase excursion tours from official agencies, and not from individuals, since otherwise there is a high risk of becoming a victim of scammers. Where is the best place to relax on the island of Rhodes as part of excursion programs? Travelers often highlight in their comments programs that include visits to the Valley of the Butterflies, Filerimos, as well as sea voyages.
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