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Ultimate Santorini, Greece Travel Guide: Must-Dos, Must-Haves & Must-Knows to Plan the Perfect Trip
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items Planning a trip to Santorini? Whether it's your first time or you're returning to soak in more sunsets, this guide covers everything you need to make the most of your time on the island. From where to stay and what to do, to what to wear and pack, I’...
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Top Things To Do In Santorini, Greece
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Planning Your Trip to Santorini, Greece
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What to Pack For Santorini Greece
Top Things To Do In Santorini, Greece
Whether you're into sunsets, wine tasting, cliff hikes, beach hopping or catamaran cruises, these activities will make your Santorini trip unforgettable.
Your ultimate guide for planning your trip to Santorini, Greece, including the top things to do!
The Ultimate Santorini, Greece 5 Day Itinerary & Travel Guide - Postcards From Carrie
We did this tour in Santorini and it was fabulous! Highly recommend!
Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Sunset Cruise in Santorini with Volcano & Snorkeling, Open Bar
We did this wine tour on our trip to Santorini and we loved it, highly recommend!
Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset
Beach hopping to the Red Beach, White Beach and Black Beach was one of our favorite things to do in Santorini. There is virtually no information out there about it online, we heard about it word of mouth. The first boat actually leaves at 10:30 now--not 9:00 like the video says. Highly recommend doing this on your trip!
Santorini’s hop on, hop off water taxi was one of our favorite activities in Santorini.
Explore the island on an ATV tour-- this one will sell out, so book early!
Santorini ATV-Quad Experience Tour + Transportation
Top-rated cooking class in Santorini
Exclusive Cooking Experience in our Cave Home by Petra Kouzina
Explore sea caves in Santorini with this fabulous kayak tour
Santorini Sea Kayak - Explore Sea Caves
Don't miss this fun dinner experience, complete with plate smashing--OPA!
The Greek Wedding Show - Santorini
If you only have one day in Santorini by cruise, this is a great way to get the most of your day!
The Best Santorini Shore Excursion for Cruise Ships
If you are arriving by cruise, skip the hours long cable car line with this excursion
SKIP CABLE CAR! The Best Santorini Tour for Cruise Passengers
The famous hike from Fira to Oia is one of the best things to do in Santorini--find out everything you need to know about this epic hike!
Santorini's Hike From Fira To Oia: Everything You Need To Know - Postcards From Carrie
Watch my video with tips for the hike from Fira to Oia in Santorini
🇬🇷 Everything you need to know about the famous hike from Fira to Oia in Santorini, Greece
Avoid the sunset crowds by booking reservations at one of these restaurants for sunset
The Best Sunset View Restaurants in Santorini, Greece - Postcards From Carrie
Our itinerary from our last trip to Santorini. I tweaked it for my blog post to add things we wish we had done.
🇬🇷Our 5 day Santorini Travel Itinerary!
Video highlights of the Sunset Catamaran cruise that we took in Santorini, I highly recommend! Link to the cruise we booked is also on this page.
🌅 Highlight of our Santorini Sunset Catamaran Cruise ✨
We loved the wine tour we did in Santorini! Some video highlights of the tour. The link to the tour we did is also on this page.
🍷We loved our Santorini wine tour!
The Best Sunset Restaurants in Santorini
🌅 Don’t fight the sunset crowds in Santorini, book reservations at a sunset view restaurant!
Part 2 of what to do with only one day in Santorini
What to Do With Only One Day in Santorini--Part 2
Highlights of the Santorini Beaches
Santorini’s beaches are a must-do!
My detailed post with everything you need to know about the beach water taxi in Santorini
Santorini's Hop-On, Hop-Off Beach Water Taxi: Everything You Need to Know - Postcards From Carrie
Explore the top things to do in Santorini, from hidden gems to the best tours
The Top Things To Do In Santorini, Greece - Postcards From Carrie
Detailed blog post of my wine tour experience in Santorini
Sunset Wine Tour in Santorini, Greece- Our Incredible Experience - Postcards From Carrie
What to Wear in Santorini, Greece
The cutest outfits to inspire your Instagram-worthy photos.
I've compiled the cutest outfits for a trip to Santorini--check out my Greek island outfit inspiration!
Postcards From Carrie | Greek Islands Essentials
Planning Your Trip to Santorini, Greece
All the practical info you need—how to get there, when to go, how to get around the island, and planning the perfect itinerary.
Your one-stop shop for planning the perfect Santorini itinerary--everything you need to know!
The Ultimate Santorini, Greece 5 Day Itinerary & Travel Guide - Postcards From Carrie
Watch my video for a very important tip on how to avoid the crowds when planning your trip to Santorini. Must-watch!
Avoid the crowds in Santorini! Plan your trip to Santorini around the cruise ship port schedule!
Important tips to read BEFORE you plan your trip to avoid the frustrating cruise ship crowds.
How To Avoid Crowds In Santorini - Postcards From Carrie
Everything you need to know to choose which area of Santorini to stay in
Where To Stay In Santorini: Everything You Need To Know Before You Book - Postcards From Carrie
What to know about the top thing to do in Santorini, Greece
Santorini's Hike From Fira To Oia: Everything You Need To Know - Postcards From Carrie
Book sunset reservations at one of these restaurants to watch the sunset with out the crowds
The Best Sunset View Restaurants in Santorini, Greece - Postcards From Carrie
Video of our Santorini trip itinerary
🇬🇷Our 5 day Santorini Travel Itinerary!
The ferry ride itself was nice, the seats on the upper decks are comfortable, but when you arrive at your port, prepare for this crowd when getting off the ship
Arriving to Santorini by Ferry
What you need to know when arriving to Santorini by cruise-- Part 1
Part 1: What you need to know about arriving in Santorini for the day from a cruise ship 🛳️
Everything you need to know about arriving by cruise in Santorini, including 1 day itinerary options to make the most of your limited time on the island.
What To Do With One Day In Santorini Greece When Arriving By Cruise - Postcards From Carrie
Helpful tips on what to do with only one day in Santorini
What To Do With Only One Day In Santorini
Best Places To Stay In Santorini, Greece
From the best places to stay for sunset to where to stay to avoid crowds and more, find out the top-rated hotels in each town.
Must-read before you plan your trip! Find out the pros and cons of each part of the island, with hotel recommendations and planning tips.
Where To Stay In Santorini: Everything You Need To Know Before You Book - Postcards From Carrie
Our breakfasts at our hotel in Santorini have ruined all future breakfasts for me, now! It was INCREDIBLE!
Breakfast at our Santorini hotel each morning was AMAZING!
The hotel we stayed at in Santorini, not only was it fabulous but the location was absolutely perfect! Located in Imerovigli, which is the least crowded town on the Caldera.
Above Blue Suites Santorini-- Where we stayed
A visual difference between Oia and Imerovigli in Santorini-- know before you go!
🇬🇷 Should You Stay in Imerovigli or Oia?
Video of our hotel in Santorini, in the village of Imerovigli
Loved out hotel in Santorini!
What to Pack For Santorini Greece
Don’t forget these essentials! From power adapters to beach shoes, here’s everything you’ll want to bring for a comfortable and stylish stay.
Water shoes are a must--the beaches are rocky!
Water Shoes
GoPro for snorkeling, cave exploring, ATV riding and kayak adventures-be sure to get the floating handle!
GoPro HERO13 Black Bundle w/ Batteries & Case
Snorkel mask for snorkeling at the beaches and boat tours
Full Face Snorkel Mask
My must-have travel item! Wear it cross-body to keep your hands free but to have your phone handy for all those incredible Santorini photos. Perfect for the hike from Fira to Oia, too!
CACOE Phone Lanyard 2 Pack
Lightweight Slip-On Sneakers look cute with a sundress and good for walking
Women's Slip On Walking Shoes Lightweight
Great for excursions & hike from Fira to Oia
Drawstring Backpack
Must-have! Easy to pack, lightweight and quick-dry, perfect for boat tours, beach days, and even to use as an airplane blanket!
BAY LAUREL Turkish Beach Towel, Lightweight
Liquid Sunscreen for boat excursions--spray sunscreen is not allowed on the boats
Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Sunscreen Body Lotion
If you don't have a Go-Pro, the next best thing for taking photos in the water
Waterproof Phone Pouch,Underwater Phone Cases
We used these for the hike from Fira to Oia-really helped keep us cool!
[4 Pack] Cooling Towels
Great for water taxi (drops you off in the water) and kayaking
Dry Bag Waterproof
For snorkeling at the beaches, sea caves and boat tours
Snorkeling Gear for Adults
Essential if you plan to use your phone as a camera!
Portable Charger with Built in Cables
Magnetic portable charger if you have a mag safe phone case
ANKER Magnetic Portable Charger
Don't lose your passport! This passport holder comes with a slot for an AirTag, allowing you to track your passport from your phone! We have one for each person in our family.
AirTag Passport Holder
Don't travel without! Put in your luggage, wallet, passport and anything else that would be devastating to lose!
Apple AirTag - Track Keys, Wallet, Luggage
Each person in my family has their own color cubes, this helps us easily combine suitcases to maximize space. The cubes fit right into drawers when we arrive at our accomodations.
Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes
MUST-HAVE to avoid frying your electronics. Don't make the mistake of just packing an outlet adapter-- you need that but you also need a voltage converter to be able to step down the voltage to European standards. This 2-in-1 adapter and converter is perfect!
220V to 110V Voltage Converter Travel Adapter
I love this travel lighted make up mirror
LED Foldable Travel Makeup Mirror 5x7 USB
My favorite make-up bag for travel, no more digging through a bag or having to take everything out to find one thing at the bottom.
Lay-n-Go Drawstring Cosmetic & Makeup Bag
The best value luggage--can't believe how great the quality is for this low price!
Amazon Basics 21" Hardside Carry-On Luggage
For snorkeling in the beaches and sea caves
Full Face Snorkel Mask
My video on things to remember to pack for Santorini!
Don’t forget to bring these things on your vacation to Santorini, Greece! ✨
Can't stress enough how important it is to put an AirTag on your passport when traveling abroad. Losing your passport in a foreign country is a nightmare!
✈️Don’t travel without this AirTag Passport Holder!
Packing guide for your Santorini essentials!
What To Pack For Santorini, Greece | Essentials You'll Actually Use - Postcards From Carrie