The Greek Society for the Protection of Nature (HSPN), the organisation responsible for the awarding of the International Program of ‘Blue Flags’ in Greece, has announced the beaches on Santorini that have achieved ‘Blue Flag’ status for 2026/27. ‘Blue Flags’ are awarded on the basis of a number of criteria, including cleanliness of the coast […]
There are many beautiful locations to experience a sunset on the island. One of the most popular venues is in the northern village of Oia (pronounced “ee-a”). One prime spot in the area can be found near the old castle to the west, overlooking the iconic blue domes of the Agios Spyridonas and Anastasios churches […]
April heralds the start of extended opening hours from 08:00 until 20:00 at Greece’s museums and archaeological sites for the 2026 tourist season. On each island's 'Links' page in the 'Travel Club' section, you will find full details concerning museums and archaeological sites, including opening hours and the cost of entry. Please note: Although major […]
When you want a break from relaxing on the beach, we have listed below our choice of the Top 5 attractions on Santorini and the page number in the book where you will find details:- Visit to the amazing site of Ancient Akrotiri (page 43) Museum of Prehistoric Thera, in Fira (page 47) Boat trip […]
The 'Atlantis Museum' is the world’s first museum dedicated to the theory that Santorini was the 'real' location of the mythical island of Atlantis. The 'Lost Atlantis Experience' offers an opportunity for visitors to discover and explore the mysteries of this fabled lost land, which was said to have been a Mediterranean utopia before it […]
There are five castles (kastelia) to visit on Santorini, they are in Pyrgos, Emborio, Skaros, Oia and Akrotiri. The majority being built during the Venetian occupation (13th -16th centuries), as protection for the population during pirate raids. Pirates were a major problem that affected all the Aegean islands and further afield during this period. Castle […]
The Koutsoyannopoulos Wine Museum, at Vothonas, has featured second in the list of the 10 best wineries in the world, compiled by the magazine 'The Drinks Business'. Being the only one of its kind in Greece, the Koutsoyannopoulos Wine Museum is located in a natural cave system, eight metres below ground and consisting of 300 metres […]
In the southwest peninsula of the island is the archaeological site of Akrotiri. It was in the 1860s that the remains of the ancient town were found by workmen quarrying volcanic ash for use in the construction of the Suez Canal. However, it wasn’t until 1967 that academic excavations started at the site, under the […]
Each year the Municipal Cultural Organisation of Santorini organise cultural events throughout the year for both visitors to the island and locals. All will be free to attend. Detailed information on all events is available on the municipality's official website, link below. Once on the site, you will find on the home page a list […]
Greece is one of the oldest wine regions in the world and one of the first wine-producing areas in Europe. In ancient times, Greece was among the noteworthy producers of wine, with the earliest evidence of vinification dating back 6,500 years. Greek wine was venerated in the Roman Empire and was widely exported across the Empire. […]
