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Activities

Sailing in Rhodes

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The Greek seas are among the most popular and inviting sailing destinations in the world, scattered as they are with over 2000 beautiful islands, set between blue sky and shades of emerald blue water. Wind and weather will set your pace. And if you are a sailor full of passion and want to share a unique experience competing with several other sailing enthusiasts, you may join one of the races ...

Kitesurfing in Rhodes

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Kitesurfing (or kiteboarding is the fastest growing water sport in the world, and for good reason. A kitesurfer, or kiteboarder, uses a board with foot-straps or bindings, combined with the power of a large controllable kite to propel himself and the board across the water. He has the freedom of jumping 3 - 4 meters off the water, without the necessity of a wave for a ramp. Windsurfers love ...

Windsurfing at Ixia

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For a windsurfing holiday with blue skies and blue waters come to Rhodes. Add the meltemi wind and you have a popular windsurfing holiday destination. Ixia is on a large beautiful bay on the west riviera of the island, close to to the town center. Dotted along the bay are numerous hotels, some offering stunning views across the cobalt blue Aegean Sea. Rhodes benefits from the meltemi wind that is created ...

Scuba diving and snorkeling

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Extremely clear waters and lots of marine life is what you'll see in underwater Rhodes. Scuba diving is a popular activity on the island - although you need to have a proper authorization and/or accompanied by a recognized diving instructors - and only in designated areas. This is due to the abundance of antiquities hidden in the waters around the island. The island has quite an interesting selection of diving ...