Kalymnos Island, Greece

Holiday Proposal: OKU Hotel Kos – Adults Only

Travelers: 2 adults

Children: 0

Destination: Kalymnos Island, Greece (staying on nearby Kos)

Hotel: OKU Hotel Kos – Adults Only

Duration: 6 nights

Enjoy a 6-night escape at the stylish OKU Hotel Kos – Adults Only, a perfect choice for couples seeking a calm, design-focused retreat. Located on the island of Kos with easy access to Kalymnos Island by ferry, this hotel offers a minimalist bohemian atmosphere, a beautiful beachfront, and excellent facilities including pool areas, spa services, and a refined restaurant with fresh Mediterranean cuisine. It’s ideal for lazy days by the sea, sunset cocktails, and day trips to explore nearby Kalymnos with its traditional villages, climbing spots, and scenic hiking trails.

For your trip, I recommend bringing a mix of practical guides and inspiring reads. As your travel agent, here are some suggestions:

• Guidebooks:
• Lonely Planet Greek Islands – Comprehensive and very useful for planning day trips, ferry connections, and finding local restaurants on both Kos and Kalymnos.
• DK Eyewitness Greek Islands – Great visual guide with clear maps, suggested itineraries, and illustrations of historical sites; perfect for first-time visitors.
• Rough Guide to the Greek Islands – A bit more detailed, with solid background on culture, history, and less touristy spots in the Dodecanese.
• Kalymnos & Outdoor Focus:
• Kalymnos Rock Climbing Guidebook by Aris Theodoropoulos – Essential if you’re interested in the island’s world-famous climbing routes, even just for light exploration and understanding the landscape.
• Local maps from shops in Kos or Kalymnos – Pick up a detailed hiking or walking map once you arrive, for exploring viewpoints, chapels, and small coves.
• Background Reading & Culture:
• The Greek Islands by Lawrence Durrell – A beautifully written, more literary introduction to the spirit, history, and character of the Greek islands.
• The Colossus of Maroussi by Henry Miller – A classic travel memoir capturing the atmosphere of Greece and its people, perfect for reading by the sea.
• Short guides on Greek mythology and history (e.g., Greek Myths by Robert Graves – selected chapters) to give context to temples, churches, and local legends you’ll hear about.
• Practical Tips:
• Look for a small phrasebook or an app-based Greek language guide (basic phrases for greetings, ordering, and thanks go a long way).
• Download offline maps for Kos and Kalymnos and consider a ferry-schedule app or website bookmark so you can easily plan day trips between islands.

With these guides and books, you’ll be able to enjoy both the relaxing side of OKU Hotel Kos and the more adventurous, authentic character of Kalymnos Island during your 6-night stay.