We spent quite a lot of time on the beach, just opposite the Valais. The sunbeds were 2 euros dearer but that stretch of beach was so neatly groomed and cleaned every day I used to feel guilty about churning up the sand! The sea is great for swimmers and the less confident. It is possible to walk right along the beach till you see a sign pointing to Alykes. If you wlk up the track it leads you to the bridge across the river. It's a very pretty walk and musch more pleasant than walking along the road. Alikanas beach is one of the best we've found. What exactly does "posing potential" mean?

This was the closest taverna to our studio (Andonis) and we walked past it quite a few times before we tried it. It is indeed a traditional taverna. The food is simply and beautifully cooked and presented, and the house wine is cheap but very drinkable. I think our favourite dish was the kokinisto, but my husband tried a dish that translates as "little shoes" and really enjoyed that too. If you are looking for a taverna in a quiet location where you don't get chips piled on at every opportunity you will really enjoy eating here. The service was good; both ladies were English and always ready to explain a dish. We also enjoyed the little glass of ouzo on arrival. Once we discovered Matina's we didn't go elsewhere!