The people of Roda have long had the reputation of being welcoming and friendly and there is a sense of community in the village that is instantly detected by newcomers and cherished by regular visitors alike. The comment is often heard that ‘Roda is the only place we have ever wanted to come back to’.
This tiny fishing village has been working its magic since tourism began and many of today’s teenage visitors, and even their parents, first came here as babies. Roda has the ability to attract people of all ages and, because of its compactness and level ground, it is suitable for people of varying abilities. Many of these ‘old friends’ have learned the advantages of travelling independently.
Roda has some of the best chefs to be found anywhere on the island and you will never be short of a mouth-watering treat. Greek restaurants & tavernas abound producing regional specialities from every corner of Greece and, in particular, unique and traditional
Corfiot dishes with their Italian influence. Within a five minute walk from Paradise Village, there are many shops selling jewellery, gifts and locally made products. There is multitude of bars providing something for every taste, from quizzes & games, singers & karaoke to the most popular of all, Greek Nights with traditional music and dancing.
In the daytime, most people are happy to laze around on Roda’s safe & sandy beach or by any one of the many free pools nearby. If it’s a bit of adventure you need, then one of the travel agents will arrange any trip that you want to numerous places of interest, both on Corfu or the mainland. You canalways hire your own transport make your own itinerary and visit quiet mountain villages or remote beaches – the views are nothing less than spectacular. You can take several boat trips directly from the village or even hire your own boat and explore the wonders of St George’s Bay. All of these things are available right here in Roda.
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