The blue Aegean sea, crimson sunset and the white washed cubist houses by the edge of the earth is the present Santorini of what remained of the one island destroyed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago. The cliffs of Santorini was sculpted by massive rock and land slide during the volcanic eruption and today the island itself remained as the caldera. This is where the legend of Atlantis was thought to come from!
Santorini is undeniably post card perfect. The view from Fira or Oia is so stunning it will make you stop and drop everything (and then share it on social media to show how lucky you are!)
How to get here:
A top destination like this is well-connected from whichever part of the world. Flights coming in, stops over in Athens and then one takes another short flight into Santorini (Thira) airport. It is very close to the modern capital of the island, Fira, that hotels offer pick-ups and drop offs free of charge. Ferries traveling interisland can also be considered especially when going to a nearby island.
The waiting area in Santorini Port where to catch the interisland fast crafts.
Where to stay:
Bed and breakfasts, hotels from one to five stars and studios are common accommodations. Prices of accommodations have a broad range. It can be as cheap but good or expensive and luxurious as you want.
Getting around:
Rent a car, a quad, a motorcycle. We rented a quad in Santorini. It was slow but the cool breeze and the warm sun was a great feeling. The climb to the Old Thira was steep and so it added some adrenaline rush. Take the road and see where it might lead you. If you should get lost, it’s easy to get out of where you are as the island is small. Amazing views of the sea and cliffs and the Mediterranean landscape!
Steep narrow road to the Old Thira.
Where to go and what to see:
- A stroll around Fira and the many shops. You’ll see the lagoon and the island of Thera while walking and looking through the gaps.
- Wait for the sunset in Fira or Oia. It is good to have a view of Fira at sunset so make sure you are on a northern point when taking the sunset photo of the white cubist houses. From white, they play and reflect the colours of sunset.
- The Red Beach
- Perissa Beach and the old Thira settlement.
The Red Beach
The Old Thira
Perissa Beach
Perissa Beach view from the Old Thira
What to eat:
Locals eat out in Tavernas. Try a Santorini salad. It’s like the Greek salad but with Santorini’s take on it. Pickled caper leaves are added and so are capers.
The house wine, olives and olive oil are the staples of the table. Vineyards are present on this island and surprisingly they let it creep on the ground than letting the grapevine grow upwards.
Moussaka, baked feta cheese, a lamb based dish , fish and seafood are of course also on the menu. Eat Mediterranean in Mediterranea. After all, Mediterranean food is considered healthy.
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