Visit Santorini, Greece and find a true Grecian Paradise.
One of the most striking aspects when you visit Santorini, Greece is to see it from a distance.
If you’re coming in from a ship, you’ll notice the beautiful cliffs appear to be snow-capped. As you draw closer, the white snow reveals itself as the white walls of villages.
It is a sight to behold. Greece has many wonderful islands to visit, but few can offer what Santorini has.
Fira is the most popular destination – the busiest of the towns. This is where most cruise ship passengers will visit. It is sprinkled with shops and restaurants that chatter with activity and color.
Come evening time. after a spectacular sunset view of volcanoes that pinnacle from azure blue sea, Fira becomes the nightspot of Santorini.
Bars and restaurants blossom into life, filling with sunned happy tourists having a good time.
The quieter spots of Santorini
Looking to be in a quieter parts when you visit Santorini? Then you will have no problem finding a place to stay elsewhere on the island.
Nearby is the village of Firostefani ( it is literally a 10-minute walk across the Caldera)
Imerovigli is another village of Santorini, Greece, north of the island capital Fira. The most famous aspect of Imerovigli is the beautiful sunset.
They call it the “balcony to the Aegean”. Here, you will discover many ornate churches, all made in the Cycladic architectural style.
Oia is another scenic village in the north west edge of the Santori island within the Cycladesis some 6 km away from Fira, at the northern tip of the
Explore further and you will find the typical Greek waterfront villages on the eastern and southern shores. Be prepared for beaches that are not what you would expect.
The sand is black, made up of volcanic rock sand and stone. Stunningly beautiful in contrast with the blue of the Aegean.
There are, of course, a great many other islands to explore and places to visit in in Greece, many less known but gorgeous in their own right.
Visit Santorini and it will deliver on the promise of romance, great food, Greek hospitality along with style and sunshine.
The Weather
Santorini weather is great too…the climate in Santorini is generally temperate and mild.
The wet season is in winter and summers are hot and dry. Bear in mind, it can get really hot in this part of the world, June is usually the hottest month with a record of 40 °C (104 °F) .
August is the windy month with October and February also witnessing some seasonal winds.
Overall, southern Greece and Santorini enjoy fantastic weather
Daily costs of travel in Santorini
Moderate/Expensive.
Greece is another area that is perceived to be inexpensive and, as with Spain, that is true only in some areas.
Generally, off the mainland, you will find the islands are more expensive. Santorini is almost a “designer island’ – a place for the high flyers to hang out. But happily, it is still reasonable and not outrageously expensive.
Low end hotel or hostel – €45-55 per day
Food – €10-15 per day per person
2 drinks per day €5-8
€50 : Suggested Daily Budget for ‘bare bones’ travel (hostel rooms, public transport, food from stalls or supermarkets etc) with a few sightseeing highlights per week
€ 120+ Suggested Daily Budget for ‘average’ travel (Mid-range hotels, food from the occasional restaurants and stores, sight seeing attractions and transport .
Visit Santorini and you will be in love for the rest of your life♥
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