Simon Gemmell

Tel: 07765 436275
simon@designertravel.co.uk

I have worked closely with a leading independent travel agency at senior levels for over 25 years. I thoroughly enjoy planning tailor-made Worldwide Holidays, finding clients the best option to suit their needs and budget. I have been fortunate in being able to travel extensively to many of my favourite destinations including the USA, the Far East and Canada & Alaska. Some of the best... Read More...

Santorini Travel Tips

A moment to remember |Take a boat trip around the island in order to take in the sheer beauty of the scenery.

Tailor-made| Create an island hopping holiday or a beach holiday and sailing or yachting experience.

Ideal for |Couples, weddings and honeymoons

Flying Time | Approximately 4 hours

Time Difference | GMT +2

Getting There | various low cost, charter flight and scheduled flight options from a number of UK airports.

Currency| Euro

Best time to visit| Greek weather tends to be fairly uniform with the country enjoying warm – hot summers and mild winters. Summers are characterized by sunshine and very little rainfall. Some regions benefit from the Meltemi, a summer wind which blows across the islands of the Aegean and often produces perfect wind conditions for sailing and wind surfing

Santorini has to be one of the most stunning of the Greek Islands. Surrounded by the Aegean Sea with small picturesque villages with white houses set into the volcanic cliffs. Arched roofs, blue domes and romantic sunsets dominate the skyline. Santorini's black beaches and crystal clear waters typify the coast.

A number of resorts are to be found in Santorini, the most famous being Oia, which offers amazing views of the Caldera, luxury boutique hotels and a fantastic choice of restaurants and shops that line a pedestrianised clifftop walkway.

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