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Experience one of the most visually spectacular destinations in the world

The idyllic island of Santorini is one of the most popular Greek islands and is best known for its picturesque, panoramic landscapes, deep blue seas and stunning buildings. It’s considered to be one of the most romantic places to visit in the world and as a result it’s an incredibly popular wedding and honeymoon destination.

This volcanic island has an incredible rocky landscape with stunning white buildings and the infamous blue ceilings dotted along the mountains overlooking the extraordinary black sand beaches at the bottom. This one of a kind destination is known for its incredible sunsets, delicious foods and unique volcanic beaches, there is no where else like it in the world. Your experience will be something of a fairy tale and there is an abundance to see and explore whilst on the magical island.

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Things to do in Santorini

Spend the day on the waterSantorini

The crystal clear waters of Santorini offer an amazing chance for swimming, boating or exploring Santorini on a kayak. Many opt to go on a catamaran cruise whilst on holiday in Santorini because you can see some of its top attractions in a small amount of time and discover all of these in the best possible way – everything looks better from water! On a catamaran cruise you will have the chance to swim by the most iconic beaches where the boat will stop off, for example Read Beach and White Beach as well as the extraordinary waters of the volcanoes hot springs. A boat is a perfect way to view the island and get the full Santorini experience, because often you will be treated to traditional Greek food on board and can sit back and relax whilst taking in the outstanding views of the Caldera cliffs and the mountainous landscapes. You can even go into the evening on one of these cruises and view one of the most romantic sunsets in Greece as it comes down over the peaceful island.

Explore the culture and historySantorini

Hike up the mountains where you’ll discover many different ancient ruins or history hidden around the island. A lot of the ruins are from volcanic eruptions that show how the island formed to be as it is now over thousands of years. Why not explore the Ancient Thera ruins or even venture up to Akrotiri which is an enclosed historical site you can visit with objects and artworks from the bronze ages that have been preserved from the Theran eruption over the island. This gives you a great glimpse as to what the island used to be like and the impact the volcanic eruptions had. You can even see the caldera and how Santorini came to be the ring shaped island around the rim of an underwater volcano. As well as this over the island you have the opportunity to explore five glorious castles, an array of chapels and monasteries and a selection of museums. Whatever you are interested in there is the perfect opportunity to delve deep into the history of how this fascinating island came to be how it is today.

Experience Greek cuisineSantorini

Experience the wonderful flavours of Santorini’s unique cuisine. There’s a huge range of authentic restaurants in Santorini giving a traditional Greek dining experience. With there being incredible views wherever you go on the island, there’s guaranteed stunning scenery when dining as well. The food is often better if you go to a restaurant with a view, so it is definitely worth experiencing the delicacies with an all-round beautiful and relaxed atmosphere. In Santorini you could even take a wine tour around one of the volcanic vineyards and test out some of the country’s famous wines. Be sure to visit the Santorini wine museum, which is perfect for lovers of the beverage and if you want to find out a bit more about the culture of the island. Why not take a catamaran cruise to dine and enjoy the Greek cuisine as they often have a traditional BBQ including as part of the trip or you could even take a Greek cooking class if you’re feeling more adventurous.

When to visit Santorini

Much like other countries in Europe, Santorini’s hottest months are July and August. This is when the weather at its best and you get a beautiful heat to relax in. Due to the great weather during these months, this is when the most tourists choose to visit. So if you like a bustling environment and enjoy socialising or partying then these are certainly the best times to go.

The weather is generally warmest between May and October but on the other hand if sightseeing will be the main reason for your trip then visiting between March and June or September to November would be best. This is when the weather is still warm but not an uncomfortable heat to be walking around the island all day.Regardless of the time you decide to visit; you are guaranteed to enjoy plenty of sunshine on your holiday in Santorini.