... am looking for somewhere with a nice view but that is in walking distance (10 mins) of a number of tavernas and good restaurants. We want some fairly decent accommodation - apartment or hotel is fine. Also can anyone advise on the weather the first week of October? Thanks in advance ... more

Finding one apartment large enough for 5 people is difficult but not impossible. Also consider two smaller ones side-by-side. Check at Volcano's Villas, Caldera Villas, Nikos Villas, Rimida Villas and Filotera Villas, a particularly good bargain for 5 people with view and pool. ... more

have tried without luck to find a holidy company who we could book through to go to the Anastasis apartments in Santorini we would ideally like to fly from newcastle or teeside in september this year can anyone help? ... more

... for a vedge-out / relax vacation ) 3. Oia ( best place for my taste. Great architecture, many restaurant options, a little from everything. Not too noisy , not too quiet ). g. Our budget is £4500 max for 2 weeks. Is this an accomodation budget? everything? flights and food and accomodation? Keep in ... more

... you don't have a rental car or aren't inclined to use a taxi or bus. Oia is the most beautiful and romantic village on the island with a wide variety of hotels, shops and restaurants but the nightlife is limited to a few mellow cafes and bars. I ... more

... surpass the cost of a rental car. Rental costs in the low season are usually quite affordable. Before engaging a taxi at the ferry port you can at least inquire at Spiridakos or one of the other rental companies there. For the sake of comparison, a taxi from the port ... more

... got back from a wonderful vacation and wanted ... ... I chose to get a rental car. Drove to Oia and Fira and then back, it was so beautiful under the bright blue sky. Restaurants and cafes weren't busy at all, I imagine that during the high season the place must ... more

... too many choices otherwise. A rental car will give you the opportunity to explore the island in depth. Wait until you're there to decide, but be sure to bring along an International Driving Permit you can get from your local CAA office. There will be a choice of highspeed ... more

... The staff is excellent. They are very accomodating, yet do not smother you. I would difinently stay there again. My preference would be Oia, but everyone has their own preference. This will be a great time of year to be in Santorini. We had perfect weather, and a wonderful vacation ... more