Afandou Holidays

Afandou's charming rabbit warren of an old town's the perfect place to shop for a souvenir of your trip to Greece. Artisan carpets, made by the town's talented local weavers, are a popular draw. Gather up your purchases and head along to the tree-dappled town square for a cool drink, the perfect spot to take in the local scene.

For beach days, Rhodes' ultimate destination is seven-kilometre Afandou beach, with its mixture of sandy and pebbly stretches. Swim in the clear sea, or try some of the many watersports on offer. Vendors weave among sunbathers on the beach, selling doughnuts and icy cold drinks. If you're after something more substantial, a few small tavernas are open for lunch.

Aficionados of ancient monuments will be spoiled for choice in Afandou, with treasures like the Acropolis of Rhodes a mere 25-minute drive away. In Afandou itself, explore the Church of the Panagia Katholiki, a tiny Catholic chapel which dates back to the 1st century AD.

Afandou's wide selection of restaurants will cater to most tastes, with scrummy Greek and international cuisine to choose from. For some post-dinner dancing, head to Faliraki's lively throng of nightclubs and karaoke spots, just a 10-minute drive along the coast from Afandou.