Is Santorini a Tourist Trap? (2024 Travel Guide)

Santorini is a world-renowned destination and the quintessential Greek island, but is it still worth visiting in 2024, or has it succumbed to the pitfalls of over-tourism and turned into a tourist trap?

With over 25 years of experience exploring the Greek islands, including four visits to Santorini over eight years, we've compiled a comprehensive and firsthand guide. This guide covers everything you need to know if you're planning a trip to Santorini, from the best places to stay and top attractions to the ideal times to visit, along with our personal tips for making the most of your visit. Additionally, you'll discover other nearby islands that are great alternatives or complements to your Santorini adventure.

For more information, read our Santorini Island Guide: https://www.greecetravelguide.co.uk/d...

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TIMESTAMPS:
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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Contents
01:07 - Getting to Santorini
02:48 - Cruise Ship Passengers
04:23 - Where to Stay
04:40 - Fira, Firostefani & Imerovigli
05:53 - Oia
06:28 - Akrotiri
06:54 - Perissa & Kamari
07:15 - Pyrgos, Emporio, Vothonas & Karterados
08:14 - Getting around Santorini
09:55 - Sightseeing
10:10 - The Caldera
10:42 - Visiting Oia
11:06 - Hiking Fira to Oia
11:48 - Visiting Akrotiri Prehistoric Village
12:12 - Visiting Ancient Thera
12:45 - Winery Tours and Tasting
13:28 - Boat Tours
13:57 - Beaches
14:41 - Red Beach
14:59 - Shopping
15:20 - When to visit Santorini
16:28 - Our Verdict
17:30 - Tips and Advice
20:17 - Other Destinations
22:28 - Outro

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