Georgia – discovering Rhodes behind the scenes: traditional taverns, picturesque villages, local cuisine, swimming, and animal care
The guests will visit picturesque villages in Rhodes, sample the local cuisine, visit premises where neglected animals are looked after, and spend the rest of the day at Georgia’s home swimming, relaxing and grabbing a bite.
WHAT you will LEARN:
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Sampling the delicious local cuisine
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Animal feeding and caring activities
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An understanding of the locals’ day-to-day life
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Points of cultural & historic interest: picturesque villages, which still retain their traditional color
Rhodes - Where the Experience will take place
What Wikipedia says
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands in terms of land area and also the island group's historical capital. The principal town of the island and seat of the municipality is Rhodes. The city of Rhodes had 50,636 inhabitants in 2011. It is located northeast of Crete, southeast of Athens and just off the Anatolian coast of Turkey. Rhodes' nickname is The island of the Knights, named after the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, who once conquered the land.
The interior of the island is mountainous, sparsely inhabited and covered with forests of pine (Pinus brutia) and cypress (Cupressus sempervirens). While the shores are rocky, the island has arable strips of land where citrus fruit, wine grapes, vegetables, olives and other crops are grown. The Rhodian population of fallow deer was found to be genetically distinct in 2005, and to be of urgent conservation concern. In Petaloudes Valley (Greek for "Valley of the Butterflies"), large numbers of tiger moths gather during the summer months. Mount Attavyros, at 1,216 metres (3,990 ft), is the island's highest point of elevation.
The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This giant bronze statue was documented as once standing at the harbour. It was completed in 280 BC and destroyed in an earthquake in 224 BC. No trace of the statue remains today.
The Medieval Old Town of the City of Rhodes has been declared a World Heritage Site. Today, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Historical sites on the island of Rhodes include the Acropolis of Lindos, the Acropolis of Rhodes with the Temple of Pythian Apollo and an ancient theatre and stadium, ancient Ialysos, ancient Kamiros, the Governor's Palace, Rhodes Old Town (walled medieval city), the Palace of the Grand Masters, Kahal Shalom Synagogue in the Jewish Quarter, the Archeological Museum, the ruins of the castle of Monolithos, the castle of Kritinia, St. Catherine Hospice and Rhodes Footbridge. Local cuisine specialities of Rhodes include: Avranies, Koulouria, Pitaroudia, Pouggia, Tsirigia, Fanouropita, Katimeria, Melekouni, Pouggakia, Takakia, or Mantinades, and muchalebi.
Georgia Dimeli is your Hostess for the whole experience
Georgia is a rare individual. Being a lawyer by profession, she has successully diverted a considerable amount of her energy into caring for neglected animals. She has had a long professional career in the tourism and nautical sectors, and is a connoisseur of Rhodes’ history.
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Place of ORIGIN: Rhodes
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LIVES in: Rhodes
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SPEAKS: English
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LOVES: the nature, the sea, saving and looking after neglected animals, travelling, socialising with people from different countries and cultures
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Has TRAVELLED to: Italy, Bulgaria, Turkey, Cyprus, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam
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Personal TRAITS: very hospitable and sociable, with broad and accute intellect and an ability to make and retain steady friendships
Here's how we'll spend the day and what we'll do together
This Experience is offered in TWO versions:
The guests will have the opportunity to visit picturesque villages in Rhodes, which still retain their traditional color. They will also sample the delicious local cuisine at small taverns that are off-the-beaten-track, and mingle with the locals in order to appreciate their way of life.
The guests will visit the premises where Georgia looks after neglected or wounded animals, and take part in their feeding and caring activities. They will also visit the Rhodes animal shelter, and learn about the work that is being carried out there.
The visitors will spend the rest of the day at Georgia’s home: a lovely detached house within idyllic green surroundings, very close to the sea. They can relax, grab a quick bite, indulge in friendly small talk, take a swim at the renowned Afantou beach nearby, and, potentially, play a game of golf at the Afantou Golf center.
The guests will visit the premises where Georgia looks after neglected or wounded animals, and take part in their feeding and caring activities. They will also visit the Rhodes animal shelter, and learn about the work that is being carried out there.
The visitors will spend some time at Georgia’s home: a lovely detached house within idyllic green surroundings, very close to the sea. They can grab a quick snack, indulge in friendly small talk, and, potentially, take a swim at the renowned Afantou beach nearby.
WHAT you will LEARN:
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Sampling the delicious local cuisine
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Animal feeding and caring activities
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An understanding of the locals’ day-to-day life
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Points of cultural & historic interest: picturesque villages, which still retain their traditional color
Here are the details for Booking this Greek experience
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Place: Rhodes
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Meeting Point: At the entrance of Hotel AFANTOU BAY
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Standard Pack - Duration: 2 hours
Timetable: 12.00-14.00
Price: 50 euros per person
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Deluxe Pack - Duration: 8 hours
Timetable: 12.00-20.00
Price: 100 euros per person
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Availability: 15 April - 15 November
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Group size: 8 persons max
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What’s SPECIAL about this experience: discovering the authentic side of Rhodes, away from the tourists’ banalities and cliches, and also spending quality time in activities concerning animals in need
