Since I took a trip to Santorini, I consider the island to be among the most lovely locations worldwide. Every brand-new corner seems more picturesque than the last and pictures will never ever have the ability to record its mesmerizing atmosphere. If you're still contemplating whether to add Santorini to your bucket list, here's 7 reasons that you need to go to the Greek island.

1. Because of the sunset in Oia

By far, one of my preferred moments in Greece was having the ability to witness the Santorini sundown. It's the only sundown on the planet I've seen that gets a round of applause once it subsides. Come down there early though (a minimum of half an hour) for a good area. The crowds can be a bit of a headache and the last thing you desire is to be running to discover a spot, evading images whilst all at once attempting to take your private Santorini tours own before the sun vanishes (been there, done that).

If the crowds show excessive, and you would choose someplace a little quieter, another sunset area is Imerovigli. Once again, it offers a lovely, continuous view of the sunset.

However in all sincerity, you can't truly have a bad sunset in Santorini. It's type of wonderful anywhere you are.

There are a couple of methods to get around the island: renting a car, ATV, taxi or bus. Nevertheless, taxis can get costly and buses offer you less time versatility. Roads are mostly cobble-stoned, narrow and Grecian drivers are insane (but incredibly skilled), which leaves us with renting an ATV. Renting an ATV, also known as a quad bike, is the best and most popular method to get around the island, especially thanks to the steep hills and heat which make it a rigorous job walking from point A to B. Plus it's A Lot enjoyable, guarantee.

Depending upon the season, size and type of your ATV it could cost anywhere from 25 to 40 euros for 24 hours. Plus around 8-10 euros each day for fuel, based upon a 200cc ATV.

It's a fantastic and fun way to see the island on your own terms and time. Absolutely a must-do whilst in Santorini, simply ensure to have a drivers license with you.

3. Because you can wine & dine with a http://query.nytimes.com/search/sitesearch/?action...mit&pgtype=Homepage#/Santorini tours view

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With spectacular views sweeping over the Aegean Sea and caldera, Santorini will completely exceed any expectations you have of "dinner with a view" with the scenery that surrounds you.

If you're looking for dining establishments that marry divine views with delicious cuisines, popular ones include Ambrosia, 1800 and Lauda in Oia, Archipelagos and V Lounge in Fira, and Kapari Red Wine Dining Establishment in Imerovigli.

4. Since of the special beaches

Santorini is not understood for its beaches, so do not anticipate the normal white sand & crystal clear water view that you typically associate with Greece. The beaches are volcanic, not white sand, so they're either red or black rocks, pebbles or grit, and get really hot on the feet. Nevertheless, this makes them special and some prefer them to the normal white sand beach, which makes them well worth a see. Here's a few I 'd advise.

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Red Beach: The 'famous' beach of Santorini. It has black and red volcanic pebbles rather of sand and hot water. Make sure to wear closed shoes (no thongs or sandals) as the walk in can be slippery and the sand gets extremely hot.

Kamari: A cosmopolitan beach resort located on the southern part of Santorini, right beside Perissa, with the massive rock called Mesa Vouno between them. The sand is black and the waters are deep and blue, with activities such as diving available. There's close-by coffee shops, bars, restaurants, stores and grocery stores, along with a dynamic night life that makes it a more popular traveler destination.

Kamari: A cosmopolitan beach resort positioned on the southern part of Santorini, best next to Perissa, with the enormous rock called Mesa Vouno in between them. The sand is black and the waters are deep and blue, with activities such as diving readily available. There's close-by cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and supermarkets, in addition to a dynamic nightlife which makes it a more popular traveler destination.

2. Due to the fact that you can quad around the island