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Tsambika Mountain hike in Kolymbia Rhodes Greece

Tsambika Mountain Hike from White Rock Beach in Kolymbia, Rhodes

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If you’re looking for an unforgettable Greece family experience during your Rhodes holiday, climbing up Tsambika Mountain from White Rock Beach is a must-do if you’re an outdoor adventure-loving family!

Nestled near Kolymbia, this scenic trek not only offers stunning views but also provides a memorable bonding experience for families. During our stay at the Atlantica Aegean Blue Hotel, my husband Ben and I were eager to tackle this climb with our 9-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter.

Here’s a detailed account of our adventure and tips for anyone considering this hike and lots of amazing photos of the incredible scenic views.

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Chalki Island Houses

Chalki Island & Butterfly Valley Review: Is the TUI Boat Trip from Rhodes Worth It?

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On the second day of our Rhodes holiday, we joined an organised TUI trip to Chalki Island, with a stop at the scenic Butterfly Valley. In this post, we’ll share our experience, thoughts on the trip, and plenty of photos—especially of Chalki Island’s picturesque, colourful houses.

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Atlantica Aegean Blue Hotel Review

Atlantica Aegean Blue Hotel Review: Honest Insights from a Vegan Family

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Our family of four, with children aged 12 and 9, just returned from a 7-night stay at the 5-star Atlantica Aegean Blue hotel in the Kolymbia resort of Rhodes, Greece. We stayed in a family room with a limited sea view, booked for the October half-term at the end of the Rhodes tourist season.

Here’s my full honest Atlantica Aegean Blue hotel review with lots of photos, covering my impressions of the room, pools, all-inclusive food and drink, staff, and amenities—with insights from a vegan family perspective.

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Hippo Submarine Cruise Lindos Rhodes

Review: Hippo Submarine Cruise in Lindos with Navarone Bay Swim

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The Hippo Submarine Cruise trip in Rhodes offers a unique way to explore the stunning coastline of Lindos and the beautiful Navarone Bay. This family-friendly excursion combines underwater viewing aboard a glass bottom boat, with the chance to swim in some of the clearest waters you’ll find in the region. Read on for my review of our family experience on this boat trip and lots of photos!

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Sunset over Kolymbia Harbour

Sunset Evening Walk with Views Across Kolymbia Harbour from Theotokos Hills (aka Kolymbia Flag Hill)

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One evening, just before sunset, my family and I set off from our hotel while on holiday in Rhodes for a memorable walk to Kolimbia Beach, making our way towards Kolymbia Harbour.

Our goal was to climb Theotokos Hill, also known as Kolymbia Flag Hill, to catch the sunset behind the breathtaking surrounding mountains.

The views from the top were simply stunning and well worth the short, easy climb. Read on for our experience of this sunset walk and lots of photos.

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