Kardamena (Greek: Καρδάμενα), is a small Greek village 7 km from Kos Island International Airport at Antimachia, situated mid-way along the south coast of the island of Kos. Once a small fishing village, it has emerged as one of the most popular summer destinations, especially for British tourists, over the past two decades, offering scores of pubs and restaurants, bars and night clubs and water sports facilities. It reported a population of 1,783 inhabitants at the 2001 census and has a land area of 35.150 km².

Kardamaina is built on the site of the ancient settlement of Alasarna. During the 2nd century BC, Alasarna was an important urban center with one thousand citizens, to whom the slaves and the metics should be added.

The archaeological excavations have brought to light some impressive ruins. A Temple of Apollo, an extensive Early Christian settlement (from the very few known in Greece), as well as four basilicas that belong to the same period. Also many stone objects of everyday use (millstones, tools, vases, vessels, etc.), mostly made of volcanic and sedimentary rocks have been recovered so far.

Monday, 12 July 2010

Friday, 9 July 2010

SunBeam Apart Hotel , Snack Bar, Cafe: "enjoys a prime spot amongst all that Kardamena has to offer".


Well positioned right on the beach in the middle of this lively resort, the Sunbeam enjoys a prime spot amongst all that Kardamena has to offer.
Location: Surrounded by tavernas, shops, restaurants and bars on the doorstep, the Sunbeam is on two floors above a handy café bar. Guests have use of the Kris Mari pool, 100m away.
Accommodation: Each studio has a kitchenette, shower, wc and private balcony, and most have sea views. The apartments are similar with a separate bedroom and a separate kitchen.


http://www.monstertravel.co.uk/hotel/greece/kos/kardamena/sunbeam

"Just returned from 2 weeks at Sunbeam"

Date of Holiday: Jun 2010
Have just spent a fantastic 2 weeks at the Sunbeam apartments. Perfectly situated next to beach. Far enough away from pubs and clubs but near enough to enjoy if you wish. Andreas the snack bar manager couldn't have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful. The food in the snack bar was delicious and we ate there every lunch time, some breakfasts and even one evening when the football was on!!
There were plenty of people there that return year after year and I can see why. We will be back next year also.
I would recommend it to anyone.

Saturday, 3 July 2010

Longing for the sun you will come to Sunbeam, Kardamena Kos

Let me take you far away. You’d like a holiday
Let me take you far away. You’d like a holiday
Exchange the cold days for the sun. A good time and fun
Let me take you far away. You’d like a holiday
Exchange your troubles for some love. Wherever you are
Let me take you far away. Longing for the sun you will come
Longing for the sun be welcome, On the island many miles away from home
Be welcome on the island with name Kos
Longing for the sun you will come, To the island many miles away from home 
Enjoy your holidays on SunBeam Apart Hotel , Snack Bar, Cafe:  the end of Paradise search.....On the Beach