Nothing really beats a hearty, wholesome breakfast to get your day off to the right start. The variety of dishes with plenty of handmade treats made of local ingredients bring you something of a tantalising taste of the delights of the island to come. It is your choice where you enjoy it too: Either indoors at La Brasserie or al fresco by the pool. You can even spoil yourself by arranging to have it in your room or suite while still enjoying the comfort of your silky sheets.

After breakfast, unwind into the morning with a relaxing pause by the pool. Make some inroads with that new best seller you are reading or brush up on the history of the island. A quick dip is always recommended with a refreshing fruit salad or healthy smoothie placed next to your lounger as you emerge from the water. The peaceful garden setting and the fragrances of flowers only add to your realisation of the absolute sense of tranquillity to which you have surrendered.

Now it is time for you to explore. Step back in time to the Middle Ages and in the footsteps of the knights of Saint John on the cobbled, labyrinthine streets of the UNESCO protected old town entered through seven glorious gateways and surrounded by a picturesque moat. A wander reveals churches, mosques, fountains, shady squares and the ancient market still selling clothes, jewellery, leather, ceramics, carpets and so on. All of this weaves around the imposing centrepiece, the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights, now a museum. You will uncover layer upon layer of secrets from the past and, like all the visitors and settlers of many ethnic origins before you, get quite carried away by the heady concoction of splendour and mystery, the biggest one of which was the legendary Colossus, the 330-metre statue of the god Apollo likely to have been destroyed by earthquake in 226 BC.

As the day wears on, the villages, each with their own unique character, may tempt you to an even deeper dive into Rhodian culture. We can arrange car hire if you want to take off into rural Rhodes and combine that with some beach time on one or more of its stretches of its sun kissed coastline. Closer to base is Elli Beach replete with an iconic diving platform, ideal for those action shots to impress your Instagram followers and then if you are still hankering after a modern, finger-on-the-pulse trendy shopping and cafe experience, the hour has come to head for Mandraki.

Once you’ve indulged in a little shopping therapy, it’s only natural to head straight for our wellness spa for therapy of another kind and to quite literally feel the caress of our Filoxenia. With products from one of the leading global brands for skin care with a sustainable approach, Phytomer, you can experience pampering courtesy of the sea-to-skin philosophy and at the same time be reassured that your treatment is derived from the eco-friendly solutions of all-organic plants and algae. Also featured is Ariadne Athens, a Greek-born wellness brand who blends natural Mediterranean botanicals with cutting-edge biochemistry. Health, harmony and beauty are coming your way from expert therapists. All that’s required of you is to choose from a range of treatments and therapies alone or as a couple. There is also a hammam, sauna and fitness center to help you on your wellness journey.

So now, you are reaching the closing of your perfect day at Rodos Park but there is no let-up in the quality of your experience. Dinner with music at Il Parco restaurant is a must. As the sun goes down over the gardens, enjoy the artistry of local musicians and sometimes surprise events with accomplished Greek chefs who together concoct the perfect evening recipe. A nightcap at the Galaxy Roof Lounge with starry skies, a shimmering sea and medieval castle is the most idyllic way to finish.

…and just when you think the luxury ends there, remember the refreshing bath, the sleep mask, the king-size bed, the soft natural soft mattress and sheets, the plush pillows…and you drifting contentedly off to sleep knowing it’s going to happen all over again tomorrow and be even better!

Book now a stay at Rodos Park with a delectable breakfast and all that comes after.