....We found ourselves naked on the pumice stone watching the rising islands watching the red islands sink into their sleep, into our sleep. George Seferis, Santorini

There are a great many online accommodation agencies catering for those wishing to spend some time on Santorini. The following hotel and apartment links are provided to assist the user of this site and as such no recommendations are being made:-

Check the island out on the Internet

All aspects of the island are covered by the many many pages about Santorini online. One of the most extensive directories about Santorini is ODP. It's worth a click!

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Akrotiri

Akrotiri, a city that lay untouched since since 1450BC after being buried by volcanic ash was excavated by Professor Marinatos in 1967. The site on the southwest tip of the island has been found to be in a very good state of preservation. Some houses are two or three storeys high with their rooms and windows frames intact. During the excavations amazing frescoes were found all of which are now displayed at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. Organised tours and a public bus service operate to this ancient site from Thira.