Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to the Dodecanese is the ultimate travel guide to this spectacular region of Greece. It guides you through each island in the group with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions from Rhodes' magnificent Old Town and the gorgeous harbour of Symi to tiny, beach-fringed Telendhos and the active volcano of Nissyros. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Greece, with all the practical information you need from food and accommodation costs to ferry timetables, plus the lowdown on festivals and activities. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Greece. Full coverage: Rhodes, Kastellorizo, Halki, Kassos, Karpathos, Symi, Tilos, Nissyros, Kos, Pserimos, Astypalea, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos, Lipsi, Arki, Agathonissi. (Equivalent printed page extent 84 pages).