What is the currency?
The currency in Kos is the Euro (EUR is the Euro (EUR), symbolised by €
Why Visit Kos?
With over 290km of coastline, Kos has so much more than beaches to offer the solo traveller! Explore the golden swathes backed by beach bars and traditional fishing villages to hidden bays and quaint little coves. Moving inland, Kos is covered in whitewashed villages and fields that are filled with beautiful wild flowers. A holiday to Kos, is a holiday to remember and one to be experienced with some fellow Solos!
History
Landscapes
Culture
Beaches
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Facts about Kos
What is the time zone?
Kos operates on Eastern European Time (EET), which is GMT+2, and observes Daylight Saving Time, making it GMT+3 in the summer.
What is the weather like?
Kos enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with average summer temperatures reaching around 30°C and winter temperatures averaging about 12°C.
Top things to see & do
Explore the ancient ruins of Asklepion, relax on the beautiful beaches of Paradise and Tigaki, and wander through the charming streets of Kos Town.
Top local cuisine to try
Savor Moussaka, a baked dish layered with eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce; enjoy Souvlaki, grilled skewers of marinated meat served with pita and tzatziki; and taste fresh seafood, including grilled octopus and calamari, seasoned with lemon and olive oil.
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