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Rhodes
Rhodes

Named the sun island, because it's always bright and warm, Rhodes is a Greek goddess of a holiday setting, loved by people of all ages. Full of ancient sites, pretty views and glorious beaches, its traditional Greek vibe mixes with the happy party atmosphere of its fun-filled resorts.

Sitting just south of Turkey, Rhodes is the largest of Greece's Dodecanese Islands and is surrounded by the Aegean Sea.

Free Kids

 

You can take your first child on holiday with us free of charge. If a Free Child Place is available on the holiday you choose, it’s yours – and your discount will be shown on the breakdown of your holiday price. Free Kids are generally found on holidays departing outside of 12 weeks.

 

We offer hundreds of Free Child Places on selected holidays and dates, but they won’t hang around forever! Book early to secure your Free Child Place and make fantastic savings online.

Best for Families

These accommodations are family-friendly, offering entertainment and facilities for both kids and grown-ups.

 

Some may feature their own kids’ club, crèche, kids’ dens, or sports and activities for families to enjoy together.

Best for Adults

These accommodations provide a holiday experience geared toward grown-ups. They’re best suited to couples, single travellers and groups of friends.

 

Although we can’t guarantee they will be child-free, these accommodations are more suited to those travelling without children.

All Inclusive

Our All Inclusive holidays cover all your essentials, so you can relax knowing that everything is already paid for while you’re on holiday with the UK’s ‘Best All Inclusive Tour Operator’.

What’s included?

  • Unlimited local alcoholic drinks
  • All meals and snacks
  • Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee
  • Ice cream for the kids in many hotels
  • Sports and watersports facilities in most hotels
  • Daytime and evening entertainment and activities

Premier

An exclusive selection of quality four and five star hotels, our Premier range offers superior standards of comfort, service and dining, with luxurious facilities and fantastic extras. In-flight and in-resort benefits vary across our Premier Family, Premier Luxury and Falcon Premier holidays.

 

Benefits may include:

  • Free in-flight meal and reserved seating on First Choice Airways flights
  • Increased baggage allowance (up to 23kg per person)
  • Free day before check-in at London Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham Airports
  • Priority airport transfers to your resort or return private taxi transfers
  • Premier Reps providing outstanding customer service and assistance
  • Complimentary children's’ pack with Premier Families

Close to the Beach

Choose one of these accommodations to ensure you are within 300 metres of the beach (1km for villas).

Central Location

These accommodations are guaranteed to be less than 200 metres from the centre of your resort, close to bars and restaurants.

Things to do

Rhodes

Memorable moment...

Wander through the old Jewish quarter in the medieval town of Rhodes, a World Heritage listed destination.

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Things to do

Explore the Acropolis in Lindos, positioned high above sugar cube houses, with marvellous views over the sea. Experience the Palace of the Grand Masters in medieval Rhodes Town. Take a boat trip to the beautiful island of Symi, with its colourful, neoclassical harbour, or explore the ancient ruins of Kamiros and roam through the Butterfly Valley of Petaloudes.
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Beaches

With 136 miles of coastline, warm sands mix with shingle beaches and little blue coves. Try the waters at St Paul's Bay and the golden sands of Tsambica. The best sandy beaches are found at Faliraki, Lindos and Pefkos.

Blue Flag Beaches

31 beaches in Rhodes. Details at www.blueflag.org

www.blueflag.org

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Explore your destination

Here's a little taste of what's on offer: for more excursion ideas, speak to your Rep.

Lindos by Boat
Off in search of the perfect spot for a splash, your boat cruises around the east coast of Lindos. You'll also scale the tabletop mountain to view Lindos's Acropolis, before sailing back to Rhodes Town.

Symi
Taking to the sea from Rhodes Town, this relaxing cruise docks in Symi Harbour, where you'll be welcomed by quaint shops, traditional tavernas and colourful houses, capped by cinnamon-coloured roofs.

Waterpark
From the lazy river and pirates' ship to the wave pool and kamikaze, you'll find three levels of attractions at this fun-packed waterpark, with a small train helping you save energy for the slides.

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Food and drink

There are plenty of international and seafood restaurants as well as Greek tavernas. Try the chicken Souvlaki, in pitta bread, or sample the delicious Symi shrimps. The island is also famous for its locally produced thyme honey, Emery wine and Cair champagne.

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Evening Flavour

Venture to the lively and cosmopolitan Rhodes Town, to enjoy its many bars and clubs, dine at waterfront tavernas in Lindos, or party until dawn at buzzing Faliraki. Pefkos, Ialyssos, Kiotari and Ixia offer quieter and more relaxing alternatives.

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Shopping

Browse local markets and shops at Rhodes Town for local handicrafts, particularly traditional woven carpets, gold and silver jewellery, ceramics and pottery as well as leather goods. Rhodes Town also offers designer boutiques and well known brands including BHS and Marks and Spencers.

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Fact File

Local weather

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Information

Language: Greek. Currency: Euro. Standard GMT: +2hrs. Greek Tourist Office: 4 Conduit Street, London W1S 2DJ. Tel: 020 7495 9300. www.gnto.co.uk

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Travel money

Euro

You can get foreign exchange on currency notes and travellers cheques at most First Choice Travel Shops and Holiday Hypermarkets.

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