Description

Rhodes is known as “Sun Island or island of light” as there are scarcely any days when the sun doesn't shine. It is one of the most admired holiday islands in Greece - even Greeks come to Rhodes for a vacation from the mainland.
Rhodes today proffers its visitor a plethora of leisure activities. The natural exquisiteness of the island, the monuments from her long and habitually chaotic history, a rodosmopolitan temperament, as well as the warm hospitality generously offered by the people of Rhodes, and an exceptional tourist infrastructure boasting the most modern hotels, all hypnotize the tourists. They get the opportunity to learn something of the exciting history of the city, trip the museums or go sightseeing. Visitors looking for a more bona fide vacation should head south where the island becomes a backwoods of primeval villages, though secluded opulence hotels are now cropping up all along the coast. This island is the best choice for vacations, honeymoon, family holidays, family reunions, active travellers, scuba divers and golfers.

Shopping

This is the best island for shopoholics. This island guarantees all tourists an exciting shopping spree with are numerous shops, huddling along the streets. Jewelleries, tourist shops, leather products, fur shops, handmade and fine art products, designer clothing, shoe shops and easily accessible shops catering for all your holiday needs.

Restaurants

One must not miss the mouth watering selection of Rhodian dishes and specialties. This island is a paradise for tasty food, from Rhodian and Greek to other international cuisines. Ouzeries, Estiatorios and Psarotaverna are the recommended restaurants in this island.

Night Life

A surge of sensation, light colours and music, are waiting to be discovered. In the evening Thousands of lights jazz up the night that reflects a vibrant nightlife. This island is littered with number of pubs, discos, clubs, jazz bars, dance floors and more. Visitors will experience the authentic Rhodes by romantic evening strolls along the beach to evenings in one of the many party bars and clubs.

Activities

Rhodes provides a wide array of activities to choose from, catering to all tastes and ages. It's an ecstasy for water sport enthusiasts. Soccer, tennis, golf, sailing, windsurfing, paragliding, bird watching, go karting, horse riding, Kalithies and Ialyssos or scuba diving, bungee jumping, golfing, snorkelling, fishing and spear fishing, basket, squash, beach volley or racquetball courts, football and mountain trails. This is one reason why travellers from across the world choose to holiday in Rhodes.

Communications

The international access code for Greece is +30. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom). The city code for Athens is 21. There are often surcharges on calls made from hotels and it is generally cheaper to use OTE (Hellenic Telecommunications Organisation) offices for local and international calls. Calls can also be made from public card phone booths and cards can be bought from kiosks or OTE offices. The local mobile phone operators use GSM networks and have roaming agreements with most international operators. Coverage is exceptional. Internet cafes are available in the main towns and resorts and are cheaper than accessing the Internet from hotels.

Contacts

Greek National Tourism Organisation, Athens: +30 210 870 7000 or www.gnto.gr
Greek Embassy, Washington DC, United States: +1 202 939 1300.
Greek Embassy, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7229 3850.
Greek Embassy, Ottawa, Canada: +1 613 238 6271.
Greek Embassy, Canberra, Australia: +61 (0)2 6273 3011.
Greek Embassy, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 (0)12 430 7351.
Greek Embassy, Dublin, Ireland: +353 (0)1 676 7254.
Greek Embassy, Wellington, New Zealand: +64 (0)4 473 7775.
United States Embassy, Athens: +30 210 721 2951.
British Embassy, Athens: +30 210 727 2600.
Canadian Embassy, Athens: +30 210 727 3400.
Australian Embassy, Athens: +30 210 870 4000.
South African Embassy, Athens: +30 210 610 6645.
Irish Embassy, Athens: +30 210 723 2771.
New Zealand Consulate-General, Athens (also responsible for Greece): +30 210 692 4136.
Emergencies: 100 (Police); 166 (Ambulance), 171 (Tourist Police).

Currency

EUR

Attractions

There are numerous historical sites in this island, which are worth visiting. Ancient Ialyssos, The Valley of Butterflies, Lindos Acropolis, Kameiros, Archaeological museums, Palace of Grandmaster, Castle of Kritina and much more are popular among visitors.

Language

Greek

Language Description

Greek is the national language, but English is widely spoken.

Tipping

A service charge is often included in the bill at a restaurant. If not, leave between 10 to 15%. For drinks at cafes, round the bill up to the nearest euro. Taxis expect change as do cloak room attendants and porters.