In early May, I headed to Europe, and back to Greece. I’d not made it to Santorini the first time – wanting to avoid the crowds. I absolutely splurged on accommodation. It proved a great blessing – my 12 hour ferry took 14 and arrived at 4am! It was so nice that the villa had arranged someone to meet my ferry and transfer me – and the reverse when I had an early morning flight to Budapest a few days later.
I was interested to hear the property manager speak very frankly about the island – he had a wife and daughter. He said the island is only good for tourists – there’s no future here for his daughter. Pregnant ladies have to transfer elsewhere to give birth. As beautiful as it is, I could see what he meant.
It’s incredibly picturesque, and I can see why people flock here. In high season, i expect there’s a stack of direct flights from all over Europe, to bring people in and out. I wouldn’t rule out returning, but I imagine there’s no lack of equally temperate Greek islands with fabulous food and less of the tourist hangover.
Selfies whilst listening to podcasts 
I could just eat those fairy floss clouds 
View back towards my villa, from a resturant 
Such lovely, soft tone to the light!
Quite lovely – a few places I visited faced West, so got to see a few sunsets.
Good to hear the frank, local comments for contrast…but it looks like paradise on earth!
Have always wanted to go there! Love the photos.
Definitely a holiday destination – I can see why people would visit, especially if you lived a short flight away in Europe or England.
What a gorgeous place to allow yourself some luxury.
Yep! Quiet a lovely spot to recover from a long haul flight!