Chania Area
Rhodes Holidays
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Holidays to Rhodes fly off the shelves thanks to the island’s picture-perfect beaches, historical sites and party hot spots.
A Greek island bestseller
Rhodes’ tourism figures speak for themselves. Attracting hundreds of thousands of British holidaymakers every year, the island is one of the most visited in Greece.
A magnet for beach lovers
Most people are drawn to Rhodes by the beaches. The island’s east coast is a ribbon of virtually uninterrupted sand, and it’s where you’ll find all the main holiday resorts. There’s Lindos, which is watched over by the ruins of an acropolis, and Faliraki, the legendary hangout of the 18 to 30s crowd. Then you’ve got the sleepy Blue Flag beach at Pefkos, and the quiet coves in Kalithea and Kolymbia, where sunbathers go to get away from the trappings of tourism.
Steeped in history
You can’t talk about Rhodes without mentioning its history. The ancient ruins here date back to the time of the Trojan War, terracotta-topped churches remember the Byzantine glory years, and Ottoman minarets recall the time the island spent under Turkish rule. Then there’s Rhodes Town, which catalogues the comings and goings of knights over two centuries. The harbour area here was once dominated by one of the seven wonders of the ancient world – the great colossus.
Traditional villages
Rhodes’ interior is a patchwork of traditional villages and chalky mountains. Apolakkia, in the west, for instance, serves up scenery in big portions. This pint-sized hamlet is home to whitewashed villas, old windmills, a monastery, and a shaded lake that’s ideal for swimming.
At a glance
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Parasail on Faliraki Beach
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Stroll down the Street of the Knights in Rhodes Town
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Soak up the view from the acropolis in Lindos
Destinations in Rhodes
Top Destinations
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Faliraki
With holidays to Faliraki you get full-on nightlife and adrenaline-fuelled watersports – all of which nicely balances the Blue Flag beach and family-friendly waterpark.
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Gennadi
With holidays to Gennadi, you get a huge beach on your doorstep, some of the best parties on the island, and easy access to historical Lindos.
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Ixia
For a getaway that packs in watersports, authentic Greek restaurants and quiet bars, holidays to Ixia are just the ticket. And you’re right next to history-steeped Rhodes Town.
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Kalithea (Rhodes)
On holidays to Kalithea you can explore a string of beaches by day and relax at chilled-out bars by night. And island capital Rhodes Town is just up the road.
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Kolymbia
Holidays to Kolymbia begin and end with relaxation. Spend lazy days on the Blue Flag beach and laid-back evenings drinking under the stars. And it’s easy to explore Rhodes’ coast by boat.
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Lardos
Holidays to Lardos give you a taste of traditional Greek island life. There’s plenty of buzz in the town square, and picture-perfect Lindos is just a short drive away.
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Lindos
Holidays to Lindos you take you to the prettiest village on Rhodes. You get a choice of beaches, lively nightlife – and one of the most famous sights on the island.
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Rhodes Town
Holidays to Rhodes Town take you back to Medieval days, thanks to some fantastic heritage sights, then bring you up to date with designer boutiques and hip bars. And the beach is right in the centre of town too.
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Kiotari
Holidays to Kiotari give you a lovely long beach, traditional tavernas and chilled-out bars – plus nearby Lindos can easily be seen in a day.
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Kalathos
Holidays to Kalathos take you to a traditional village in Rhodes where you can indulge in some real R&R, just a stone’s throw from some lively towns.
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Afandou
Holidays to Afandou show off an authentic face of Rhodes – one of carpet shops, traditional Greek restaurants and a real café culture.
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Pefkos
Holidays to Pefkos take you to a friendly Greek resort where the pace is set to slow. Expect chilled-out evenings and lazy days stretched out on a Blue Flag beach.
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Pastida
Holidays to Pastida give you a taste of Greek village life. It comes with a pretty main square and there's a lively beach just down the road. As for nightlife, the party town of Faliraki is always on standby.
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Kremasti
Holidays to Kremasti take you to a busy little town in Rhodes dotted with traditional tavernas, Medieval ruins and a huge sand-and-shingle beach. Come sunset, the capital's nightlife is just up the road.
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Ialyssos
Holidays to Ialyssos bring you peaceful evenings and laid-back tavernas, with the shops and historic sights of Rhodes Town within easy reach.
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Plimiri
Holidays to Plimmiri are all about stripping things back to basics – it’s just you, a beach and all the freshly-caught seafood you can think of.
