The Santorini sunset is the most famous in Greece, watched each evening as the sun drops into the Aegean behind the caldera. The classic spot is Oia, but Imerovigli, Fira, Ammoudi Bay and a sunset cruise offer the same spectacle with fewer crowds. This guide covers the best spots and how to beat the crowds. … Read more
A Santorini itinerary of three to five days lets you enjoy the highlights without rushing: the Oia sunset, a caldera cruise to the volcano, the Fira-to-Oia hike, a wine tour, the Minoan site of Akrotiri and a black-sand beach. This guide gives day-by-day plans for 3, 4 and 5 days and how many days you … Read more
Where to stay in Santorini depends on your trip: Oia for luxury, honeymoons and the classic sunset, Fira for convenience, transport and nightlife, Imerovigli for quiet caldera views, or the black-sand resorts of Kamari and Perissa for beaches and value. This guide covers the best areas and who each suits. Choosing the right base shapes … Read more
You get to Santorini by air, flying into JTR airport from Athens in about 45 minutes or direct from European cities, or by ferry from Piraeus and the other Cyclades islands. This guide covers the flights, the ferries, the airport and ports, transfers and getting around once you arrive. Reaching the island is the first … Read more
Santorini beaches are volcanic and dramatic rather than golden sand, led by the black sand of Perissa and Kamari, the famous Red Beach beneath rust-coloured cliffs, and the white moonscape of Vlychada. This guide covers the best beaches, what makes each special, which to pick and how to get to them. The island’s beaches are … Read more
Corfu camping is a relaxed, affordable way to enjoy the green island, with a handful of well-placed campsites near beaches at Roda, Dassia, Sidari and Paleokastritsa offering tent pitches, motorhome spots and cabins. This guide covers the main campsites, what to expect, costs and tips for camping on Corfu. Plan the whole trip with Greece … Read more
A Corfu cooking class is a hands-on way to discover the island’s unique Venetian-influenced cuisine, often combining a local market visit, a country-house kitchen and an olive-oil tasting. No skills are needed. This guide covers what to expect, the dishes you cook, the experience and how to book. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. … Read more
Corfu olive oil is one of the island’s defining products, pressed from millions of ancient trees planted under Venetian rule and dominated by the local Lianolia variety. This guide covers the history of olive growing on Corfu, the famous groves, what makes the oil special, and the olive tours and tastings you can enjoy. The … Read more
Corfu cricket is one of the island’s most surprising traditions, a British legacy played on the Esplanade in the heart of Corfu Town since eighteen twenty-three and the only place in Greece where the game still thrives. This guide covers the history, the British connection, the Esplanade pitch and where to watch a match. Plan … Read more
Corfu Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course set in the lush Ropa Valley, designed by Swiss architect Donald Harradine and known for its seven lakes, tree-lined fairways and mountain backdrop, about 14 kilometres from Corfu Town. This guide covers the course, its design, visitor information and how to play. Plan the whole trip … Read more