According to Greek mythology, Rhodes was a gift from Zeus to Helios, the sun god and has the highest sunshine record in Greece. There are limitless historical sites on Rhodes as well as sparkling Mediterranean water and superb beaches. Visit Rhodes town, just a short taxi ride away, original site of The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World This island is the largest of the Dodecanese and offers a windsurf venue at Ialyssos in the north. A busy beach resort, there is lots to do and a buzzing nightlife. It is one of the most family friendly resorts with a range of activities and kid's clubs in resort.

Sailing Spot & Conditions

The beach at Ialyssos faces a large open bay, shallow for the first 20m, with the clean Meltemi wind blowing cross onshore form the left. This produces a moderate shorebreak but once launched it is possible to blast across the bay at speed. Outside the bay, the swell forms superb jumping ramps. The wind here is typically a gentle force 2 to 3 in the morning, more suited to the less experienced. More gusty afternoons with 1.5m chop on the outside and often Force 5 and above in July and August.

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