Travel links to greek islands including Rhodes island and Kos Greece with travel inks to to worldwide coordinators
Travel links to Rhodes & Kos
From Santorini's dramatic caldera to the reconstructed palace of Knossos on Crete,
Rhodes is, for some the ideal large island - Fun in the sun to ore in spring greek forts and
Lindos village. The Greek Islands are spectacular...
There are not many places in the world where the forces of nature have come together with
the ancient sites and architectural treasures to create such dramatic results.
The Greek islanders will welcome you with the warmth and hospitality that they are renowned for
and once you have visited, you will undoubtedly become as addicted as other Greek island fans.
Travel links to Greece - Kos
For all ages and tastes and still retaining all its charm
Greek islands - Kos :
A Rich history with fabulous sightseeing around spectacular landscape set in the eastern Med
Beautiful sandy beaches with excellent watersports facilities available
Leisurely laid back atmosphere. A friendly welcome from the locals awaits all visitors
Kos caters for many different ages and tastes and still retains all its small island atmosphere
Never failing to charm visitors, Kos is the second largest of the Dodecanese group and lies close to Rhodes.
History asserts itself on this picturesque island, from the spreading boughs of the plane tree where
Hippocrates, the father of medicine, is said to have tutored his students, to the ruins of medieval
greek fortresses.
The many attractions of Kos are abundant with its excellent beaches, clear blue seas, exciting nightlife,
friendly sleepy villages and natural beauty. The most popular form of transport on Kos is the bicycle
although the road network linking the resorts is very good and affords every chance to explore
the island at your leisure. Another attraction of Kos is the frequent day trips to other Greek islands such as
Rhodes, Kalymnos and Patmos as well as Bodrum in Turkey.
Travel links to Greece - Rhodes (Rodos)
This jewel of a greek island has something to offer everyone
A rich history, amazing sites of interest, activities and day trips. Beautiful beaches with excellent facilities
Caters for everyone from young and lively to the more discerning visitor, appealing to all ages -
secluded or Rhodes town, either are easily accessible
Rhodes was blessed by the Sun God Helios and this is apparent by the 300+ days of
glorious sunshine this picturesque island enjoys. A land of contrasts, offering secluded coves,
golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, unspoiled mountain villages, spectacular scenery with
lush vegetation, lively nightlife and centuries of history and mythology. Perfect for spring flowers -
ideal locations for getting married in Greece especially Lindos weddings, with our resident UK -
coordinator for all types of weddings in Rhodes .
Its unique location at the intersection of east and west ensured that it would be in the thick of latter day
commerce and conflicts. The scars left by its rich and turbulent history have become its treasures.
Knights (Knights of St. John), Turks, Italians - all the island's invaders - left behind objects of great beauty in
the wake of devastation.
Through it all, Rhodes remains beautiful, scenic and historic but never boring! Several days in Rhodes will
allow you to gaze at its marvels as well as to bake a bit, adding, perhaps a day trip to the idyllic island of
Simi, Kos or to the bustling coastal towns of Turkey. Travel coordinators can organise twin centre holidays -
ideal for first visits or a a mix of pleasures.
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and has something to offer everyone with a cosmopolitan
town and a choice of resorts dotted along the craggy Greek coastline.
The people of Rhodes still greet their visitors with genuine warmth and hospitality and take great pride in
sharing with you their jewel of an island. Just call travel link co-ordinators Greek specialists...
Useful tips for Greece and Greek islands:
The currency in Greece is the Euro.
Time Zone/Greece is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
Tipping in Greece A 10% to 15% service charge is included in virtually all restaurant bills.
(It is no longer shown in a second column of prices next to the menu item.) Nevertheless,
it's customary to leave an additional 5% especially if there has been some special service.
Telephones in Greece: If you want to make a phone call, you must first purchase a phone card at an
OTE office - at most kiosks and some shops.
These come in various denominations, from 3 Euros to 25 Euros.
Driving rules in Greece: You drive on the right in Greece and pass on the right but because some of
the roads are narrow you will find people drive in the middle until you see another vehicle.
Be careful when turning left. Always take time to stop and admire the views...
Electricity in Greece: Continental-type plugs with two round prongs. Usually around 230 v -
suitable for most UK appliances
Emergencies in Greece: For the regular police, dial 100; for tourist police, dial 171.
For medical emergencies, first aid or an ambulance, call 166.
You will always get assistance from a Taverna or local agent
Language in Greece: Language is usually not a problem for English speakers in Greece
, as so many of the locals have lived abroad, where English is the primary language.
Italian is also spoken in westerly Greek islands, especially in Kefalonia...
