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17°
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Wed 8th Feb
Situated 12 miles south of Rhodes Town, Afandou lies 1 mile inland from the wonderful 2.5 mile stretch of beach, with a shuttle operating regularly throughout high season, to and from the main square. Popular with both families and couples who are looking for a relaxing holiday with a good selection of restaurants, bars and taverns, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere.
The fine sand and pebble beach gently shelves into the clear, calm sea and sections of it have been awarded the Blue Flag for cleanliness. Along the beach you will find a number of water sports available, sun beds and umbrellas for your convenience and tavernas and kiosks for those refreshing, ice cold drinks, snacks and iced lollies. Weather wise in Afandou you can expect temperatures to range from 15-21° during the winter season and 26-31° in the summer, perfect for sunbathing and cooling off in the crystal clear Aegean Sea. The centre of Afandou has a few supermarkets for all of those holiday essentials as well as the usual souvenir shops, so if you are looking for the ultimate shopping experience then head off to Rhodes Town for the day on one of the regular buses operating along the coastal road. When it comes to eating out in Afandou you can find local traditional dishes as well as international cuisine, catering for both adults and children. The nightlife in Afandou is relatively quiet with a few bars lining the main square of this family friendly resort, though for those looking to party through the evening you have easy access to Faliraki, just 3 miles to the north.
General Information
Transfer Times
Afandou is approximately 40 minutes from Rhodes Airport - 32km (20 miles).
Great for Families
Families are attracted to Afandou due to the safe, clean, gently shelving beach, ideal for paddling, as well as the many activities to keep the kids happy.
Relaxed Resort
Life in Afandou centres on the beach and Main Square with a noticeable lack of the bustle as found in the larger resorts.
Family Friendly Nightlife
With just a few bars and no discos or nightclubs on offer, you can enjoy a peaceful evening mingling with the friendly locals.
Blue Flag Beaches
Many parts of the 2.5 mile stretch of beach have been awarded the Blue Flag for their cleanliness.
Historical Excursions
The fortified city of Rhodes Old Town is well worth a visit, with it`s cobbled streets and 14th century Palace of the Grand Masters. Closer to Afandou, on the road down to the beach, there is the 16th century frescoed church of Pagagia Katholiki and the hilltop church of Profitis Ilias, offering stunning sea views.
Great Day Trips
An fantastic day out for the whole family is a trip to the Faliraki Water Park, one of the biggest in Europe, endless fun for the kids, with giant jacuzzi`s, incredible water slides and a maze of swimming pools. There is also a go-kart track and funfair. For the adults the 18-hole golf course in Afandou has spectacular views over the Aegean Sea. |
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