Kalithea bay
At a short distance from the town center (7 km), Kalithea (Καλλιθέα) is famous for its ancient springs and the unique Kalithea Springs complex, one of the best attractions on the island.…
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Rhodes one of the world’s best watersports destinations, 2019
As the summer holidays are approaching, many holidaymakers are looking for watersports destinations which can bring the best of thrill to them. They offer the adrenaline rush and the fun that goes…
Museum shops in Greece get facelift
The gift shops operating at Greece’s museums and archaeological sites sum up the Culture Ministry’s idea of promoting the country’s cultural legacy. Until recently, visitors looking for a decent Greek souvenir found…
US travel agents choose Greece, again
US tourists are increasingly interested in Greek destinations and contacts between Greek and US travel agents are on the rise. As a result, 2019 is the second year in a row that…
Medieval Festival of Rhodes (May 31 – June 2)
The Medieval Festival of Rhodes returns, with thematic walking tours through the narrow alleys of the southeastern Aegean island’s medieval city, theatrical and musical performances, workshops, seminars, storytelling sessions, exhibitions, games and…
Diagoras International Airport
The Diagoras International Airport (IATA: RHO, ICAO: LGRP) is 16 km distant from the city, at the southwest part of the island, close to the village of Paradissi. Opened in 1977, the…
The east coast of Rhodes
While the west coast of Rhodes is subject to shore winds and at times can be rough, a windsurfer’s paradise, the east coast is more sheltered and usually, only affected by moderate…
Tsiknopempti, the Greek Mardi Gras
Tsiknopempti is is a part of the traditional celebrations for Carnival. Similar to the Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday. According to the Greek Orthodox tradition, it is celebrated on the Thursday that marks…
Seafood in Greece
Anchovies (gavros in Greek), sardines (sardela) and chub mackerel (kolios) are the fish most likely to be found in Greek waters. “There are plenty of European anchovies, although far fewer sardines these…
The Acropolis of Rhodes
Positioned on the western edge of the city, on the top of the hill of Ayios Stefanos, the Acropolis of Rhodes and its imposing Temple of Apollo, dominates the views. Unlike most…
The Italian Architecture in the Dodecanese
Visitors to the Dodecanese, that group of Greek Islands off the coast of Turkey are often surprised at the extent the modernist and art deco buildings which remain as a result of…
Epiphany Celebrations
On the 6th of January of each year we celebrate in Greece the holy day of the Epiphany1 (also called Theofania in Greek), a Christian feast day to commemorate the revelation of…