A place in my heart: Pefkos, Greece
October 2, 2008
Debbie, A place in my heart competition runner-up
Where? Well it was a tough choice and really a toss-up between the friendliness of Gambia and, by complete comparison, the sheer gorgeousness of Greece. But I'm going with Pefkos on the island of Rhodes.
Why? Because it's so gorgeous, because the weather is perfect, the olive groves so beautiful, and did I mention that the entire island is just utterly gorgeous? The people are friendly, the beaches magnificent, it's just a virtual paradise on earth – I'd go back in a breath.
Where would you stay? It has to be the Thalassa Apartments and it has to be Block A, which has balconies overlooking the sea and is mere steps from the beach. A lovely, clean place to stay and the 'main street' with restaurants and bars is only a short walk (stagger) away.
Best meal? You’d be spoilt for choice with the restaurants in Pefkos and they're all splendid, but Enigma deserves special mention for its delicious Kleftica. Be prepared to never eat Moussaka or look at a stuffed vine leaf again after your holiday.
Best way to spend an hour? Sit on the balcony if you're lucky enough to have a one overlooking the sea with a view of the mountains in the distance, and watch the sun go down while sipping from an ice-tinkling glass of Ouzo with a handsome husband (preferably your own).
Top tips? Hire a car for a few days and explore the whole island (very cheap and easy, book one when you're there). If your husband or partner is driving, make sure he can tell left from right on the roads – I saw my life flash before my eyes on bendy 'mountainous' roads on more than one occasion. Go and see the Old Rhodes town to marvel at the cruise liners and markets. Prassonissi is where two seas come together, and all the beautiful little towns and villages. Eat Greek yoghurt and honey, wear sun cream, but mostly just chill.
