Ialyssos holidays

Like the rest of the country, Ialissos places a great emphasis on fresh salads, prime cuts of meat and fish plucked straight from its fishing boats. Filled with local tavernas with favourites including To Posperi, Gitonia Mezedokafenes and Hippocampus Restaurant Bistro – you certainly won’t go hungry. Those looking for something other than authentic food, the resort also has a number of eateries offering kids’ menus and international options such as pizza and burgers. As for the island itself, Rhodes has some distinct flavours of its own. The spot’s timeless tastes are still found on menus today with the likes of sourdough bread, handmade pasta and extra virgin olive oil produced locally. After eating your way around the resort, it’s time to sample its liquid offerings, and what better place to start than its fine wine. With a high-quality reputation, the island is actually home to one of the oldest and largest vineyards in Greece.

The shore here has a mix of sand and pebbles, which stretches for miles, all the way to Kremasti in fact. Beach-goers can take advantage of a selection of amenities including sunloungers, showers and umbrellas. Known for its light wind, watersports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding come highly recommended. As much as this beach offers everything you’ll need, you can always head 10 minutes down the road and lay your towel on Ixia Beach, which is also popular with windsurfers due to its excellent waves.

For a resort village Ialissos has a great deal to show for itself. Home to one of the earliest settlements on the island, holidaymakers will be surprised to discover the site of the ancient city’s acropolis at Filerimos Hill. Though, it’s not just history buffs who will appreciate this Grecian charmer. The beach is one of its biggest draws with its impressive waves ideal for watersports, while its laid-back bars will keep you busy come evenings. Further out, Rhodes Town is waiting to be discovered.

Try your hand at windsurfing: Nothing is more exhilarating than surfing the waves with a gentle wind to cool you down. At Ialissos Beach this is an everyday occurrence with windsurfers and kiteboarders alike taking advantage of the spot’s breezy location. From beginners to pros everyone one is welcome with two centres providing all the equipment you’ll need to take to the water. First-timers can book lessons with friendly instructors on hand to offer the best surfing advice.

Medieval history in Rhodes Town: Just a short drive down the road sits the island’s capital, the alluring Rhodes Town. With years of history ingrained in its antique landmarks and old-fashioned streets, step back in time as you walk the medieval walls of this fortified hotspot. Every inch of this town tells a story with Turkish and Jewish quarters highlighting its a mix of cultures. There’s so many examples of beautifully preserved architecture here from The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights, Archaeological Museum (Hospital of the Knights) and Roloi Clock Tower. While, the sights along the iconic Street of the Knights are a sight to behold.