As a journey author {and professional} resort reviewer primarily based in Greece for the previous 15 years, I spend most of my summers in Santorini. I additionally head again there with my camper van for lengthy, lazy winters.
Even Greeks I do know who’ve all of Greece’s 1,000-plus islands to select from commonly flock to Santorini for its breathtaking views, gourmand eating places, and spectacular boutique motels carved out of stone that was as soon as used to retailer wine.
As for me, I am nonetheless dazzled each time I arrive on the ferry (which is the easiest way to get right here, in my view). It docks on the coronary heart of the caldera, which is the massive volcanic crater set beneath towering red-and-black lava-lined cliffs which might be dotted with tiny villages. I like these gorgeous views and adore the island’s hip motels with their infinity swimming pools, stylish eating places, and resident DJs. However the Santorini I am actually mad about is the one which few vacationers see.
My secret Santorini is comprised of the in-the-know sundown spots or the warren of cobbled mule paths that take you removed from the crowds to hike by fields the place native candy cherry tomatoes develop. The true Santorini, the one which I like, is in tiny hamlets the place life goes on because it did 50 years in the past. Locals say good day and bakeries nonetheless serve my favourite home made treats — a creamy custard pie known as bougatsa and the raisin-and-sesame deal with, kopania.
To pattern this slice of true Santorini for your self, observe my information to the most effective locations to go and see on this pretty island, identical to a neighborhood.
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