With the ongoing sunny weather that’s taken England in recent weeks, it's no wonder that many people are feeling inspired to book their next beach holiday. Nevertheless, with Easter school break and bank holidays quickly approaching, some may find it hard to find the perfect destination, especially if hot tourist spots aren’t their cup of tea.

Fortunately, there are few hidden gems in Europe that are affordable to travel to, in addition to being unhampered by a flock of visitors. Among these destinations, Kallithea, in Rhodes, Greece, which offers a peaceful gateway, and, according to Wizz Air, one of the least crowded Easter travels for sun-seekers looking for an early beach break. Kallithea is a resort area on the island of Rhodes and is known for its beaches, particularly Kallithea Beach, with its clear waters and shallow areas, as well as the famous Kallithea Springs with their medicinal properties and unique architecture.

To get to Kalithea on the island of Rhodes, you should fly into Diagoras International Airport (RHO), which is the nearest airport to Kalithea, located about 12.1 kilometres away.

There are many direct flights from the UK to Diagoras, which is the main airport serving the island of Rhodes. With the average cost for the travel at £264, various airlines offer direct flights, including Ryanair, EasyJet, and Jet2.

The driving distance from the airport to Kallithea is 17 kilometres, with an estimated travel time of around 19 minutes. If you opt for a taxi ride, you’ll spend around £19 to £24.

Moreover, the average cost of a hotel in Kallithea can range from around £39 to £188 per night, depending on the season and hotel type, with high season (June-August) costing significantly more than low season (December-February).

The location offers several interesting attractions, such as the viewing area near the Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church.

“This place provides a possibility to take terrific panoramic pictures of Kallithea (the name of the settlement in translation from Greek means “beautiful view”), blog Aktis reveals.

You can also visit the ruins of the Temple of Ammon Zeus, stroll through the village of Kallithea, and try delicious Greek cuisine.

“Kalithea is the beach where many locals like to gather every day and is probably my favourite place in Rhodes,” travel blogger Moco-Choco shares.

Kallithea is also notable as a filming location for the 1979 movie Escape to Athena, in which Roger Moore, David Niven, Telly Savalas, and Claudia Cardinale starred in.

Kallithea Beach served as the backdrop for several stunning scenes in the film, showcasing its beautiful shoreline and natural surroundings.

The nearby Kallithea Springs, renowned for its thermal waters and striking architecture, doubled as a German prison camp in the movie.

Additionally, the film captured the historic charm of the Old Town of Rhodes, the ancient Acropolis of Lindos, and the dramatic cliffs between Lindos and Pefki, all contributing to the film's vivid and diverse locations, as per Kallithea Springs.