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"Santorini is all about drama and dreaminess. Think whitewashed villages clinging to cliffs, sunsets that stop conversations, and a sea so blue it almost doesn’t look real. It’s the kind of place where I lose track of time, and that’s exactly the point."

I visited several Greek islands for the first time when I was sixteen. They left a lasting impression and my soul longs to go back. I’m sipping chilled Assyrtiko on a terrace in Oia, golden light dancing off the caldera, and the only decision left is which taverna to wander to next—right in the heart of Santorini. Who knew paradise could come with this much charm?

The best time to visit? From late April to early June and again in September through mid-October. The weather is warm but not scorching, the crowds are thinner, and the island feels like it’s yours to discover. During these shoulder seasons, you still get beach days, blooming bougainvillea, and golden hours with space to breathe.

Want peak summer vibes with lively nightlife? July and August bring the buzz, but also higher prices and packed viewpoints. For a quieter, more romantic escape, the early spring and fall months are ideal—mild weather, fewer cruise ships, and stunning views around every bend.

Weather by Month:

First: Santorini Weather & Temperature by Month

Santorini Weather & Temperature by Month

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Second: Getting to Santorini, Greece

Getting to Santorini, Greece

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Third: Getting From the Airport

Getting From the Airport

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Fourth: Getting Around

Getting Around

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Fifth: Restaurants

Restaurants

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Sixth: Shopping

Shopping

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Seventh: Neighborhood Guide

Neighborhood Guide

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Eight: Getting Married in Santorini

Getting Married in Santorini

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Ninth: Where to Stay

Where to Stay

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