I NEED VACATION
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Are you longing to stay in a traditional villa?
Do you desire to dine in a fine restaurant?
Do you feel like going out for a coffee or some drinks? Here you’ll find some of the finests coffee shops, bars, clubs and beach bars in Santorini…
Do you want to rent a vehicle?
Do you dream to explore the waters of Santorini with a catamaran (all inclusive)?
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Do you intend to have some hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing lessons or other activities?
Do you want to rent a private boat?
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SANTORINI
Santorini is a wellknown touristic paradize in the southern parts of Greece.The island has a volcano.One of the most famous and the few active volcanoes of Europe.Caldera was created after 12 huge eruptions occurred on every 20,000 years approximately and the collapse of significant parts of land.
Offers you breathtaking views and a magical sunset.
If you want to visit the extraordinary and unique piece of land which is located on Cyclades, Greece, we can help you take secured decisions and make the proper arrangements for your trip.
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PLACES TO VISIT
Santorini is a desirable destination. Besides the wine tastings in various wineries and the sailing tours you can do plenty of colorful activities.
Explore the ancient Thera
Ancient Thera sits on the top of a hill called Mesa Vouno. Nick Zapheiropoulos s excavation unearthed the city’s necropolis in Sellada. You can see there the Agora, the Theatre the Gymnasium and Temples. Findings from these excavations are also on exhibit at the archeological museum in Fira. Ancient Thera is open to the public and can be reached on a road that starts at Kamari or several footpaths from both sides of the mountain…
Visit the ancient Akrotiri / The Museum of Ancient Thera
Akrotiri is located on the Southern end of the island of Santorini.One of the most significant prehistoric settlements around the Aegean Sea. If you want to learn more about this place , a local guide will make this sightseeing unforgetable.
Ammoudi Bay
Fishing village below Oia. Is surrounded by red volcanic rocks and the Aegean Sea. Well-known for its tavernas and restaurants with fresh food (especially fish). It’s an excellent spot for cliff-diving and has spectacular views.
Kamari Beach
It is settled on Santorini’s east coast and is well-known for its clear waters. Due to its volcanic history Kamari Beach is a large black sand beach. Laying down on its lounge chairs and umbrellas you can relax and enjoy the incredible view.
Explore the traditional Architecture in Megalochori
Walking in the charming alleys of Megalochori you got to see the famous traditional Cycladic Architecture. The village’s winding paths are lined with historical neoclassical mansions, tall bell towers and quaint chapels… At the heart of the village, the peaceful square offers an ideal spot to relax in a local atmosphere… It is a gathering place for locals and visitors… One of Megalochori s most photographed landmarks is its traditional bell tower in the village square… Provides the best lighting for photographs with fewer crowds around and allows you to capture its tranquility…
The lighthouse in Akrotiri
Located on the southwestern tip of the island. Was built in 1892 by a French trading company… Is one of the first lighthouses ever built in Greece… It stopped operating during World War ll until 1945 when it was reconstructed by the Greek navy…
Lighthouse is also famous for its spectacular sunset… Sitting on the rocks around, you see the magnificent view of the red sun diving into the Aegean sea…
Hiking on the edge…
…Of the caldera from Fira to Oia. A 3 hour hiking tour , 9 kilometer long trail, passes through Fira , Firostefani , Imerovigli and Oia. During this trip you will come upon photogenic stops such as Skaros rock and the St. Gerasimos Church with a Blue Dome. Prophet Elias Monastery is along the way, 550 meters above sea and boasts the most magnificent views of the Aegean sea. Remember to take with you enough water and comfortable footwear.
Discover Thirassia
An island separated from Santorini due to the volcanic eruption in 1500 B.C. , followed by a devastating tsounami. You can go there by boat from the Gialos port. You can also enjoy a day trip boat tour from Ammoudi Bay. You can visit the scenic village of Manolas with the colored houses or spend the day at lovely beaches/Hot Springs.
Explore the most vibrant Villages of Santorini
Perissa is a coastal village with hotels, apts and campsites of the Southeastern part. You can find there many facilities for water sports, beach volley courts and a water park. You can rent an ATV or scooter and explore the whole area on wheels. Nearby is Perivolos with many shops , cafe , restaurants and also many beach bars and nightclubs with live music and Dj’s.
Enjoy the outstanding Red Beach
This beach is surrounded by steep volcanic rocks from which the red color comes from. Exciting Marine Life also makes Red Beach an excellent site for Snorkeling… Close by you will find Kambia Beach and White Beach where you can have an access only by a boat. You can get on one of them and have an 1 hour trip exploring the whole Southern part of the island. Towards the lighthouse and its astonishing sunset, on your left you can take the 1 mile dirt road to get to the Mesa Pigadia beach with its Black Sand and its magic sceneries.
The charming village of Oia
Oia is one of the highlights of Santorini and a dreaming destination that offers unforgettable views. Is located on the northern tip of Santorini s caldera and is famous for its whitewashed houses , blue-domed churches (the symbol of Santorini) and its unique sunsets… One of the best spots to watch a stunning sunset is the Castle ruins of Agios Nikolaos…
Fira town …the capital …
Fira is built on the top of the impressive caldera cliffs and is the most cosmopolitan settlement on the island… Offers breathtaking views of the two volcanic islands of palaia (old) and nea (new) Kameni… The town also boasts very valuable Museums and Institutes adding to its historical significance… Fira is also considered Santorini s entertainment center…is vibrant day and night… has beautiful restaurants bars and clubs and the most efficient public transport that make it easy to the tourists to reach the rest of the island…
Monastery of Profitis Ilias in Pyrgos
Pyrgos is one of the most beautiful must see villages located in the center of Santorini… Three miles away is a Monastery dedicated to the prophet Elijah… The solid facade of its exterior walls is reminiscent of a fortress… Dates back to 1711 and in early times possessed considerable wealth… It was also an active intellectual and patriotic influence… From 1806 to 1845 it ran a school where the Greek language and literature were taught… The Monastery s decline began in 1860… the building later suffered serious damage in the earthquake caused in 1956…
THROUGH THE EYES OF AN ARTIST
All those paintings created by George Pilianidis are available to be printed in canvas (50×35 or 50×30).
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WHO IS WHO
George Pilianidis is a journalist, an intensed traveler, an artist and a top notch lyricist. He wrote some of the most wellknown songs in Greece.
He is recently involved in the tourism industry. He intends to promote with his songs the beauties of his homeland throughout the world.
You can visit his site where he is displaying some of his work that gained popularity in Greece.
FEW WORDS FROM GEORGE PILIANIDIS
I created this site to share with you my experiences that I obtained after living for a number of years in Santorini. I am handling you in my maturity trying to help you make the right choices in order to have a dreamy getaway.
Always in respect to your need for vacation.
