Rhodes: The Valley of the Butterflies

If you need a break from the beaches and the crowds, the Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes in Greek) is one of those places that tends to surprise people. It’s lush, quiet, and genuinely beautiful, and it makes for a very pleasant half-day out. One small confession before we go further: they’re not actually butterflies.…

Ferries from Rhodes to Kos (and return)[Updated 2026]

The Kos to Rhodes ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Rhodes is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Greece but it’s also one of the most crowded during the tourist season. That’s why many travelers choose to take day short trips to the islands located near-by.

The Old Town of Rhodes

The Medieval Town of Rhodes, known among locals simply as “The Old Town”, is one of the best-preserved and largest inhabited medieval cities in Europe, and walking through it feels exactly like that sounds. Over 200 streets wind through this UNESCO World Heritage Site, many with no names, creating a labyrinth where getting lost isn’t…

Ferries from Naxos to Rhodes (and return)

The Rhodes to Naxos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Naxos is one of the islands in the Cyclades group , popular among tourists for the beaches , excellent food and interesting places to visit. Rhodes is one of the most popular Greek islands, part of the Dodecanese group Rhodes or…

The Colossus of Rhodes

The Colossus of Rhodes, painting by Salvador Dali The Colossus of Rhodes lasted for only 56 years but it earned its place in the famous list of The Seven Wonders of the World. It wasn’t just a giant statue but most importantly a symbol of unity of people who inhabited Rhodes. The Colossus was a…