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The Ixian Grand & All Suites: Aegean Opulence on the Western Coast of Rhodes

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Sara Darling sought serenity at adults-only retreat, The Ixian Grand & All Suites. Below, read her honest verdict.

There is something undeniably seductive about Rhodes in spring. Before the summer crowds arrive and the temperatures begin to climb, the island feels wonderfully composed - long stretches of untouched beach tickling the sparkling Aegean sea, which in turn glitters beneath a cloudless sky. It is the perfect time to revel in the scent of bougainvillea and enjoy the warm sea breeze whilst sipping on a freshly...

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