
How to reach ..
You go to Rodos Airport from many international airports and then you reach Halki by ferry . There are ferries from the central port of Rhodes 2 times per week ( Prevelis – 8 euros per trip and Dodekanisos seaways -17 euros per trip ) , or you can go to Kamiros port where from the ferries go to Halki 3 times per day ( 11 euros per trip ) . Contact Halki Port Authority (0030 22460 45220) for up-to-date information.
Where to stay ?
The island has got one hotel called ” ARETANASSA “( 80-100 euro per night ) and a lot other beautiful properties by the sea . Take a look at “Halki Lodge” and “Villa Praxithea” .
Best time to visit ..
Late August and September is the best time to visit Halki . July and early August is kind of crowded (well as much as Hakli could ever be!) so , if you are looking for a some quiet , September is the best option for you .
Must-visit spots ..
The Castle and Saint John’s monastery .
What's our favorite food spots ?
“Black sea” restaurant and “Blue Marine” caffe .
Where to take best instagrams ?
Walking down the small roads of the island you will find so many amazing spots to take the most amazing instagram pics !
Favorite places to shop ..
No shopping . In the island you won’t find any stores with clothes or shoes only food and some souvenirs .
What to wear ..
Only swimsuits , kaftans and generally only beachwear . Every time I get clothes with me they just come back without being worn .
So , this week we are finally going to talk about Halki . You have probably seen a lot of posts and stories on our instagram about Halki . My grandmother is from this island and she has a house by the sea there , so I spend most of my summers there !
Halki is a very small island 50 minutes by ferry from Rodos . Colorful houses , crystal clear waters and charming beaches will give you the best and most quiet vacation of your life . The island’s port is built in the central settlement , Emporeio . Most of the properties and villas are located there . Three beaches of the island are reachable on foot or by car , Pontamos , Ftenagia and Kania .Pontamos is a sandy beach , perfect for those who love lying all day on the sand . You can go there on foot , its about 10 minutes from the port or far less by bus , it costs 2,5 euros .Kania is a very beautiful beach full of sun beds and a cantine where you can enjoy fresh fish and traditional greek food . I suggest you to take the mini bus to get there because the distance is quite big .Also there are a lot of more fascinating beaches, like Trahia, in the island but you can reach them with a boat only .
The thing I love the most about Halki is the bakery ! Omg , you guys have to taste the chocolate croissant and then you’ll know what I’m talking about. You have to try it , its so delicious !
If you need some time off , Halki is the perfect destination for you . It’s a tiny , traditional greek island full of beauty , I can’t imagine something better after an exhausting working season , can you ?
Hope you like it
xoxo
TARIK