May 26th, 2021
Most people know Akrotiri, Santorini, as an archaeological site with particular historical significance. Indeed, the French Archaeological School of Athens has started excavations on Akrotiri in the 1870s and has impressive findings to showcase so far of the Minoan civilization and not only.
Aug 19th, 2019
Owing its existence to Mother Nature’s mighty powers, as it was formed due to a 17th-century BC volcanic eruption that separated it from Santorini, Thirassia Island is a destination almost every Santorini day tour includes. Rightfully so. The second-largest volcanic island in the Cyclades is just a...
Jul 03rd, 2019
In our last blog post, we introduced Santorini villages with rich ancient history, beautiful beaches and sunsets, and delicious wineries. While the word “village” might evoke a picture of a quiet landscape full of traditional houses and stone paved streets, it would be a mistake to assume that all...
Apr 23rd, 2019
Santorini Island, Greece is an island in the southern part of the Aegean Sea and is the southernmost among the Cyclades Islands group. It was the site of a major volcanic eruption which shaped its landscape to what is now known as Santorini. It is more popular as a romantic Island more suitable for...
Jun 27th, 2018
Throughout most of the world, you can find small towns and busy cities, but the village can be something of a lost art. There’s something about a village, naturally beautiful, calming, intimate, that makes a rare find. This doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in villages: there are locally owned rest...