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Pserimos: a great day out

Pserimos: a great day out

When staying at Astir Odysseus why not head out to one of Kos’s closest neighbours? Also known as Kapari, (capers grown in abundance here), Pserimos is the tiny island (less than 15 square km) that lies just four kilometres to our north. With around 100 permanent residents and the simple pleasures of a Greek isle […]

Visit the wineries of Kos

Visit the wineries of Kos

Your stay at Astir Odysseus is likely to include savouring the delicious wines we have in our ACHILLES and ITHAKA restaurants, and at our waterfront taverna ARGO. In addition to the finest Greek and international wines, we of course offer the best Kos has to offer – from delicious crisp whites and refreshing reds to […]

The Festival Traditions of Kos

The Festival Traditions of Kos

The Koans strive to maintain many of their oldest customs passed down generation to generation. These traditions reveal the essence of the island, and this soulful side is a gem to behold. Beaches, architecture, and history are touristic wonders to cherish but, without heritage, Kos would be just another island paradise. Here’s a sampling of […]

Best Travel Apps for 2019

Best Travel Apps for 2019

New technologies have solved a lot of pain points for people over the last few years. For travelers, online booking engines, metasearch, and a host of other Internet innovations have simplified or streamlined destination, flight, hotel, and other searches. In the mobile space, travel apps have powered smartphones with unheard of usefulness for tourists. But […]

Architecture of Kos

Architecture of Kos

The architecture of Kos has developed throughout many centuries. Influenced by many civilizations through the ages, the style and cultural heritage of the island’s buildings are as distinctive as one might imagine. While some of these distinctions can only be seen by the trained eye, some other differentiations are imminently evident. If you look at […]

A Day Trip to Bodrum

A Day Trip to Bodrum

During your stay on Kos take the opportunity and enjoy a day trip to Bodrum. Situated just five kilometers away from Kos, Bodrum and its ancient wonders is just a ferry ride away. This largely unmentioned Turkish seaside town is blessed with several unique touristic attractions, scores of wonderful shops, and archaeological treasures that are nothing […]

Horseback Riding in Kos

Horseback Riding in Kos

The island of Kos is a nature lover’s lucid dream come true. For visitors who enjoy equestrian experiences, there’s local farms and horseback riding academies with programs to suit riders at every skill level. Riding the hills, villages, and beaches of Kos you’ll create sparkling memories to carry home and to last a lifetime. Whether […]