Santorini Beaches Resemble Lunar Landscapes

Santorini is a volcanic island of Cyclades, world famous for its lunar shaped beaches and majestic landscapes. The island boasts the largest caldera in the world, with the imposing cliffs carved by the Aegean Sea and the whitewashed houses hanging from the rocks. If you are looking for white silky sand and verdant seashores, perhaps …

Santorini Thermal Springs

Santorini is a volcanic island with a mesmeric history, depicting on every single rock. It is a top tourist destination, thanks to the out-of-this-world landscapes and the mystical atmosphere exuded all around. And it is due to the volcano that the island has gained such ever-growing reputation. Ongoing volcanic eruptions have formed the Theran archipelago, …

Pyrgos Santorini: A Medieval Treat in Cyclades

Santorini is one of the top romantic destinations in the world. Breathtaking sunsets, amazing landscapes with the imposing caldera and the volcanic archipelago, vibrant nightlife and a special character that defines the island. Most people head to Fira capital town or the picturesque settlements of Oia and Imerovigli, the secluded Akrotiri or even Perivolos and …

Santorini Gourmet: Volcanic Excellence!

Santorini is unique in every single way. The dramatic landscapes, the imposing caldera and the mesmeric sunset, the whitewashed houses literally hanging from the cliffs and the hospitable locals, the narrow cobbled pathways and the flowered gardens. And when it comes to Santorini gourmet, you are definitely spoiled for choice! Below we are going to …

Santorini: The Art of Making Wine

Already world-famous for its breathtaking caldera views and sunsets, its architecture, local products and cuisine, amazing hotels and still-beating volcanic heart, Santorini has also built a strong brand name in the international wine market. Its aged vines, some as old as 400, unharmed by phylloxera louse which couldn’t survive in the volcanic soil, trained in …

The Effervescent Beauty of the Volcano in Santorini

Are you daydreaming about your visit to Santorini, the ultimate holiday destination for romantic vacations? Have you been browsing through photos depicting the timeless beauty of the landscapes? The imposing caldera and the lunar shaped beaches of the island have been captured gracefully, highlighting the uniqueness of this place. And for all these distinctive characteristics, …

Ifestia Festival 2017: Santorini Volcanic Celebration!

Why Ifestia Festival 2017? Well, because Santorini has been forged by fire and water over the years. Around 1600 BC, a huge volcanic eruption has led to catastrophic consequences for the island. There are records of a tsunami hitting hard and devastating everything, reaching even Crete. The brutal force of fire and water eventually gave …

Top 10 things to do in Santorini

Santorini is a world renowned destination, attracting millions of travelers from every part of the world. The lunar shaped beaches, the unique architecture and the majestic aura of the volcano place Santorini among the top options in every travel enthusiast’s bucket list. But once you have finally fulfilled your wish, which are the top things …

The castles of Santorini: enjoy the fortified beauty!

Castles (castelli) and medieval forts (gulas) unravel the history of another Santorini with their fortified settlements: alleyways, houses of simple architecture and colorful walls –always gazing at the sea from where pirates would once appear. ‘Castelli’ means ‘small castle’. They were built in Santorini by the Latin colonists of the island during the period of …

Live the ‘Santorini Experience’ – Register on swimming and running!

Professional and amateur athletes are invited to live the 3rd “Santorini Experience” on October 6-8 and get an adrenaline rush by taking part in the exciting running and swimming races on the island of Santorini. Organized by the municipality of Thira and the Santorini Municipal Sports, Culture and Environmental Organization, in collaboration with Active Media Group, …

TripAdvisor: Greek Islands Among Top Destinations in Europe in 2017!

Crete, Santorini and Rhodes are included in the top 20 destinations of tripadvisor.com top Travelers’ Choice Destinations in Europe for 2017, based on the preferences and reviews of travelers. According to travelers’ opinion, Crete is fourth most popular destination in Europe, Santorini is the 16th and Rhodes is the 18th. Crete also came in sixth …

‘Abyss’ Scans and Reveals the Secrets of Santorini and Kolumbo Volcanoes

The research vessel RV Poseidon of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research of Kiel in cooperation with the Geology Department of Kapodistrian University of Athens are examining the seabed and the underseas volcanoes of the islands of Cyclades with focus on the volcano of Santorini and the submarine volcano Kolumbo. The expedition started on …

Experience Santorini from a different point of view: Hiking the medieval fortress

Who would expect that Santorini has more to offer besides luxury hotels, hospitality, services, restaurants and night life? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise and, above all, mountains with a sea view. These contrasts can be experienced through our hiking guide that will reveal …

Experience Santorini from a different point of view: Hiking along the Black Mountain’s spine

Who would expect that Santorini has more to offer besides luxury hotels, hospitality, services, restaurants and night life? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise and, above all, mountains with a sea view. These contrasts can be experienced through our hiking guide that will reveal …

Experience Santorini from a different point of view: Hiking the path to tranquillity

Who would expect that Santorini has more to offer besides luxury hotels, hospitality, services, restaurants and night life? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise and, above all, mountains with a sea view. These contrasts can be experienced through our hiking guide that will reveal …

Experience Santorini from a different point of view: Hiking the downhill through Mesa Vouno and Profiti Ilia

Who would expect that Santorini besides the luxury hotels, the hospitality, the services, the restaurants and night life has more to offer? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise and above all mountains with a sea view. These contrasts can be experienced through our hiking …