Rhodes - a fantastic choice for your holiday

Rhodes has the oldest tourist history of all the islands of Greece and is famous all over the world. The island offers its visitor a wealth of magnificent beaches, azure sea waters, charming traditional villages, all of which, combined with genuine warm Greek hospitality,  make for an ideal holiday destination.

The Island of Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands with its total area of 1398sq. km. It is also known as the Island of the Sun - legend has it that Rhodes rose out of the sea as a gift from Zeus to the sun-god Helios, who blessed the island forever. Rhodes is believed to have derived its name from the beautiful sea-nymph, a daughter of Poseidon and Aphrodite, and the beloved bride of Helios. This picturesque island is famous for its exceptional sunshine record as it boasts around 300 days of sunshine and blue skies a year, having more hours of sunshine than any other Greek island. It is truly a land of contrast and has something to offer to everyone with its secluded coves, golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, spectacular scenery with lush vegetation, vibrant nightlife, centuries of fascinating history and mythology, a cosmopolitan town, and a choice of sparkling resorts dotted along the craggy coastline. Add this to the warmth of the people of Rhodes who still greet its visitors with genuine hospitality and take great pride in sharing with you their jewel of an island and you have the perfect recipe for a relaxing holiday. It’s no surprise that Rhodes has been such a popular holiday hot-spot for years.