Hi

We are planning our first trip to Samos in August 2010. We are a family with 2 children who will be 6 and nearly 18 months.

We plan on hiring a car for the fortnight (so any recommendations for this would be much appreciated). We like great greek food, so rustic and traditional greek tavernas are a must, snorkelling, inalnd villages and mountain drives, history and seeing local life.

For the last two years we have holidayed in Rhodes and spent most of our evenings in Lardos enjoying the village square amongst the locals.

We do not want to be in a 'brit abroad' type resort or anywhere with flashing neon clubs and english food bars. (ie Pefkos or Faliraki type resorts) We have looked at Pythagorian and are hoping this will be a suitable base, or perhaps we may be more suited to Kambos, Kokkari or Samos Town?

Any advice greatly appreciated

Thanks in advance