Beaches (volcanic cinema)
Santorini is about dark pebbles and wild terrains. Don't miss Red Beach, Perissa and Perivolos for long dark shores, Kamari for great organization, Vlychada for its unique landscape, and less crowded picks like White Beach, Mesa Pigadia or Cape Columbo.
Villages beyond Oia
Make Fira your base for views and museums, Imerovigli for romance, Emporio for medieval castle vibes, and Pyrgos to enjoy high altitudes and panoramic traditional scenes. Tip: spend one evening in Oia and another in Pyrgos or Emporio.
Food you have to try
You have to order the Santorini Fava, Tomato fritters (Tomatokeftedes) and Melitinia (a traditional sweet). Pair Assyrtiko with fava, and Vinsanto with dessert. Tip: opt for daily specials over 'instagram plates'.