JohnnyB Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Hi everyone, Seriously thinking about going out to see the RCHOTEL in Corfu later this year. Sounds like a real paradise combinig everything thats great - flying model aircraft,great sightseeing,great socialising AND SUNSHINE.....Can anyone convey their experiences at this paradise - Love to hear from you on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Rendell Posted February 24, 2007 Share Posted February 24, 2007 Hi John,I have been to the RC Hotel three times with my Wife Margaret( she also flies model aircraft )We have had fantastic holidays.The site,staff ,accomodation and food are excellent.The owner Spiros is a great guy and an excellent model pilot F/W and Heli.Spiros will send a taxi to the airport to collect you thus everything is very easy.You are with like minded people and thus everything is friendly and helpful.The weather is usually good!Best wishes,Fred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 9 Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 sounds nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cole Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 I strongly recommend it. Have a great time. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erfolg Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 In my case it could the first steps to a divorce. I think I will forgo, the opportunity. Edited By Erfolg on 30/12/2011 16:06:27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cole Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 Erfolg: you could take your wife. There's a smashing pool and they organize trips out almost every day (for non-fliers). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broken Prop Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 Its a great place, John. I've been three times and enjoyed every minute. Wall to wall sunshine and flying from 9.00am till dusk. Magic! Lots of excursions for the ladies as well and as stated above, the pool is lovely. Give Spiros a ring. He is a great guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cole Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 Rather limited flying in the afternoon (from 13:00 to 17:00) as I recall. The excursions are for anyone who wants to go on them. Not just a "lady" thing. You can walk to the sea at Gouvia (about 45 mins); the excursions go to most of the tourist spots like Palaiokastritsa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyinBrian Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 I went a couple of years ago and while I enjoyed it most of the models are a little "flight weary" It is best suited to beginner/intermediate pilots who want some intensive flying time to help them improve. The fying site itself is nice but if you land out (crash?) it can be a job to reach the model due to undergrowth and boggy ground (I was there late April and there had been lots of rain) Spiros is a great guy and the accomodation is good as is the food.Edited By FlyinBrian on 31/12/2011 09:04:50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericrw Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 I've been twice and can thoroughly recommend RCHotel. So does the wife and she doesn't fly. My first trip was to receive tuition and the Instructors are first class. Which enable me to gain my "A" certificate, before I went on my second trip. All the Staff are great and so is the food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowerman Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Johnny B & Erflog - I went to the old site a few years back. On arrival Spiros (the ownwer) Told me that i would enjoy the holiday, he then told my wife that it was his job to ensure that 'non flying partners' would also enjoy the holiday. At that time the hotel minibus was used for organised trips on two or three days a week and was available for trips into town (shopping to keep the ladies happy) on other days for a modest fee. We both enjoyed the holiday, only health concerns have prevented a return visit. I can heartily recomend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Laughton Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 I've just come back from a weeks stay at the RC Hotel with my wife We had an excellent time there - great staff, great facilities, great food and great company There's a great choice of model's to choose from and the support from Spiros and his team is second to none I was not sure if my wife would like it but she loved it - she normally likes beach holidays and is not into rc model flying so it says a great deal when she wants to go back! Over the seven days I was able to fly for six which was great...on the one day when that wasnt possible we toured the island which is beautiful. I fully recommend it! Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Michie Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 I visited there for the first time last September: can echo all the positive comments about atmosphere, friendliness, flying availability, wife/family facility, etc. We took a "top room" which I really recommend for the view, balcony, etc. Regarding the models: yes many ARE used by all levels of fliers so the more well-used ones get tatty; radios are set up on a basic programme so not lots of fancy mixing on the aerobatic models, but they do the job; remember, you're effectively "borrowing" the models so if something ain't right, TELL THEM! ( problems will be attended to or the a/c grounded till time permits); you're NOT supposed to change ANY carb settings as they're supposedly set rich for prevention of overheating during the hottest times: this does sometimes result in the engines being TOO rich at WOT and idle, so just get the guys to adjust so there's NO risk of a rich-cut in flight.............. you defo DON'T want to land out in the thick thorn-bush!. Having said all that, I had a great time & flew a lot of models (some of which I wouldn't normally, so just for the hell of it!). The "insurance" is good peace-of-mind, but some of the more expensive models have an extra "excess" in case of bad damage: THESE are the ones to go for if you're a good flier, as they're generally less-flown, better fliers & more capable (I flew an Ultimate, T28 & Katana which were brilliant fun). Great facility & would definitely recommend, and look forward to going again when I next can. Hope this helps. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiros tsellas Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 thank you guys for your good comments Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Michie Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Hey Spiros! Good to see you on here............ Really enjoyed my visit last year, unfortunately can't make it this year as no time-off available but look forward to another visit, hopefully more sightseeing next time if the weather's better! Regards, Bill & Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phill @ Elite Workwear UK Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I can't agree more with every positive comment on here. Spiros and the team do a fantastic job and the costs for the best week flying of the year are excelent! Keep it up guys and hope to see you again later in the year! P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I'm really tempted by the thought of a week away in the sunshine but there's no chance at the moment because of work, then it'll be peak season so that takes me up to the end of August - anyone been at that time of year? If so, what are conditions like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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