Santorini 2027 - The Island of Dreams & Love
Everything you need to know about getting there, where to stay, what to see, and where to eat on our trip to the most beautiful island in Greece.
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Fly into: Santorini Airport (JTR)
We will be flying from Manchester on Tuesday 11th May 2027
Jet2 flights currently available - flights to Santorini Airport (JTR):
Manchester
Sunday 9 May · Tuesday 11 May · Thursday 13 May
London Stanstead
Wednesday 12 May
Birmingham
Tuesday 11 May
TUI (package holidays)
Manchester
Saturday 8 May · Tuesday 11 May
Other flights may become available.
Where to Stay
Luxury hotels, budget stays & Airbnbs are all available.
Suggested areas:
Pyrgos Village
Perched on Santorini’s highest hill
Quiet, peaceful, full of old-world charm
Winding stone paths & hidden chapels
Bougainvillea-draped corners everywhere
Panoramic views that stretch to the sea
The kind of place that makes you pause… and say I Do
Fira
Jaw-dropping views meet buzzing energy
Whitewashed buildings cling to the cliff
By day: charming lanes, boutique shops, and cafés calling your name
By night: great food, cocktails, and that unmistakable holiday glow
Beautiful, vibrant, a little magical
Oia
World-famous sunsets
Whitewashed houses & blue domes everywhere
Winding paths perfect for wandering
Every corner = a postcard moment
Romantic, cinematic, and unforgettable
Basically… you’ll never stop staring
Kamari
Kamari is where Santorini softens.
Set along a sweeping stretch of volcanic black sand, it blends sea views with an easy, sun-kissed rhythm. Mornings begin with gentle waves and coffee by the promenade; afternoons drift between cool swims and shaded lunches; evenings glow with candlelight and the hush of the Aegean just steps away.
Akrotiri
Akrotiri is Santorini at its most serene and cinematic.
Perched on the island’s southern edge, it offers sweeping caldera views, dramatic cliffs, and sunsets that feel almost private. Days unfold slowly here, quiet village lanes, whitewashed chapels, and the deep blue of the Aegean stretching endlessly beyond the horizon.
Booking early is strongly recommended.
Hotel Recommendations
El Greco Resort & Spa – Fira
6 pools, adults-only spa, perfect for couples & families.
Santorini Gem: 6 min | Fira: 3 min | Airport: 10 min.
Hermes Hotel – Kamari
200m from beach — ideal for toes-in-the-sand recovery.
Santorini Gem: 15 min | Fira: 20 min | Airport: 10 min.
Afroditi Venus – Kamari
Instagram-worthy, on volcanic beach, spa & restaurant included.
Santorini Gem: 15 min | Fira: 20 min | Airport: 10 min.
Divino Caldera – Akrotiri
Luxury clifftop with caldera views & sushi; ultimate Santorini vibes.
Santorini Gem: 11 min | Fira: 20 min | Airport: 20 min.
Ikio Concept – Pyrgos
Budget-friendly, quaint village hotel, blue doors & winding streets.
Santorini Gem: 3 min | Fira: 10 min | Airport: 10 min.
Skyfall Suites – Pyrgos
⭐ Our personal fave! Sunrise magic & amazing staff.
Santorini Gem: 5 min | Fira: 10 min | Airport: 15 min.
Adorno Suites – Oia
Infinity pool, caldera views, sunset goals unlocked.
Santorini Gem: 30 min | Fira: 20 min | Airport: 20 min.
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Explore Santorini
Thira (Fira): The Heart of Santorini
Perched high on the caldera cliffs
Jaw-dropping views Whitewashed buildings cling to the cliff; Blue domes pop up when you least expect them. Every turn feels like a sunset moment
By day: charming lanes, boutique shops, and cafés calling your name. By night: great food, cocktails, and that unmistakable holiday glow
Oia: The Sunset Showstopper
World-famous sunsets
Whitewashed houses & blue domes everywhere
Winding paths perfect for wandering
Every corner = a postcard moment
Romantic, cinematic, and unforgettable
Basically… you’ll never stop staring
Pyrgos Village: Hidden Hilltop Charm
Perched on Santorini’s highest hill
Quiet, peaceful, full of old-world charm
Winding stone paths & hidden chapels
Bougainvillea-draped corners everywhere
Panoramic views that stretch to the sea
The kind of place that makes you pause… and say I Do
Things to Do
Fira to Oia Caldera Walk
Cliff-top views so good you’ll forget you’re walking. Equal parts breathtaking and “wait, can we stop for another photo?”
Red Beach
Red cliffs, red sand, zero subtlety. One of the most striking beach backdrops you’ll ever see.
Santorini Wineries
Crisp white wine, sweeping views, and the very real possibility of staying longer than planned.
Ancient Akrotiri
A city frozen in time by a volcano—proof that Santorini has been dramatic for thousands of years.
Oia Sunsets
The island’s nightly main event. Everyone goes quiet, the sky shows off, and your camera roll fills up fast.
Perissa & Perivolos Beaches
Black sand, cool waters, and beach bars within arm’s reach. Sunbathing, Santorini-style.
Caldera Boat Tour & Hot Springs
Sail into a volcano, swim in warm waters, feel smug about it. Highly recommended.
Restaurants
Fine Dining
La Colline at Villa Bordeaux
Above Bistro, Botrini's Santorini
Greek & Mid-Range
Metaxi Mas
Salt & Pepper, The Good Heart
Casual
Santorini Restaurant
Avra Ouzeri
All-Rounders
Tholoto; Katsaboo; Aktaion
Getting Around
Airport transport is not provided.
Taxis
My Santorini Transfer - +30 698 107 8755
Golden Tours - +30 697 412 4275
Santorini Majestic Tour - +30 698 361 8451
Car Hire
Cool Cars Santorini - coolcars.gr
Santorini Dream Cars - santorinidreamcars.com
CarHub - carhub.gr