Lovely beaches and its archeological sites makes this old town a must visit. The beautiful beaches also offer resorts for those who are interested. With the temperature being warm most of the time, Rhodes holds a significant place in the history of Greece. Being a hub to one of the busiest airports, Rhodes airport gives this island another bonus. You would find rock-rose in abundance here and so the name ‘Island of Roses’. History also holds that the name of the island comes from the word Rose in Greek.
Tourist attractions from Rhodes airport
From the airport, one can travel by car, bus, taxi or motorcycle to get to places of interest. A few places that can be visited apart from the lovely beaches are, Castle of Monolithos, Castle with acropolis over Lindos, Castle of Kastellos, Epta Piges, Filerimos Hill, Kamiros, Tsambika Peak. The old town of Rhodes is home to Street of Knights, Fortifications, and Palace of the Prince Grand Master. It is easier to make use of a car rental service to move around and visit the maximum number of places.
Save money on hiring a car
- People do anything to get their flights booked on cheaper fares; however when it comes to booking a car, they aren’t aware of how one can save money. If you plan on rewarding yourself with a luxurious vacation, the first thing you need to work out is how to avoid unwanted expenditure. You would be able to get good car deals only if you compare prices when you shop around. A few important tips to keep in mind are as follows
- Insurance can be the reason your car hire was so expensive. You might not need additional insurance if your car has comprehensive insurance. The clerks however would make you believe how important it is if in case you meet with any accident.
- A lot of hidden charges may be included within the package. The deal may look attractive, however ultimately you might have to pay a whole bunch extra
- Since small cars are fuel efficient and cheaper, it is ideal to book these cars. This will save you money for later use. Most of the time these cars would be in demand and by the time you arrive would be rented out. In times like these the company would offer you a bigger car at the same rate as compensation.
- And finally look for good deals online.
These tips are sure to save you a lot of money travelling around Rhodes from the airport.