Thanks for your kind comments.
The trip via Rhodes worked out really well although a long day it was definately worth the saving, in fact I have just checked out of interest in September for 10 days I could do it for £180 per person plus the 50€ ferry, a lot cheaper than flights are currently showing for
Dalaman and Bodrum.
The tips I would give are:-
Get an early flight in case of delays so you get that last ferry>
Be prepared to stay the night in Rhodes if all goes wrong so carry some extra cash.
Get a late flight back if possible again in case there are delays with the ferry or play it safe and stay the night before in Rhodes.
I for one will definatley consider the Dalaman, Bodrum and Rhodes routes from now on, and as I said in my review we may do a two centre holiday one year.
Dave