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Why You Must Reconsider Before Riding a Donkey in Santorini

Why You Must Reconsider Before Riding a Donkey in Santorini

Residents of the island Santorini, Greece, make their best for visitors to have a great time. However, they are well asking all of us quit doing one point: Riding Santorini’s donkeys up 600-foot cliffs.

The island partnered with the cruise-line industry to release a new campaign entitled, “in their hooves” to enlighten travellers on the physical as well as mental stress put on the donkeys as they climb up the steep hillsides with human beings on their backs.

The campaign was initially introduced after locals observed the increasing number of donkeys suffering back injuries, saddle sores, as well as exhaustion. Instead of hiring donkeys, book a Santorini Private Guided Tour and relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned mini bus.

Useful initiative that have been taken in Santorini

Santorini also took the unprecedented step to make it prohibited for proprietors of the donkeys to allow animals to bring more than 220 pounds of either humans or freight. That weight restriction, is about one-fifth of the donkey’s weight.

You can take a tour of Santorini! Fortunately, the donkeys are not the only means up the steep hillsides of Santorini. There are also two other means of ascension. Travellers can walk the hill up on foot, or by cable auto.

Officials and also project supervisors are really hoping the brand-new “in their hooves” effort will certainly make visitors reconsider before riding donkeys. So, next time you’re in the gorgeous island of Santorini, possibly ensure to pack a comfortable set of footwear and hoof it up the mountainside on your own.

There is always another option to take. If you are not the kind of athletic person you can book a Santorini Impressive Caldera Private Tour.

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5 reasons to go to Santorini in October

5 reasons to go to Santorini in October

From the best sunset to the Santorini Experience, this island has it all and it is not just for the summer. Sunset diving into the sea, caldera walks, award-winning events, top Santorini private tour and food experience trips and trails leading to the wine roads.

Who said you can’t enjoy all of the above without the heat of July and (of course) without the August crowds?

Why visit Santorini in October

Autumn in Santorini is mild. This means that October is the perfect month to visit the most famous island of the Cyclades. A world-class destination awaits you to guide you through each of its secret corners, but also to provide you with a unique experience that you can only get the most out of here: the Santorini Experience.

Not yet convinced? Let’s go into the details of the reasons we propose to make a suitcase for the island of Santorini in October.

1. The famous sunset in Santorini

Oia’s sunset is spectacular by itself. Oia sunset without the tourists having caught “all” the good places is the best. October offers and gives you the plate backdrop that makes people on every corner of the planet think. You walk around relentlessly, arriving at the last moment just before the sun sets its famous dip and your rock has the best spot. Fair enough.

2. Reservations in Santorini

  • Cheap room in Imerovigli? Check.
  • Dinner at the “Esperima Bar Restaurant” last minute? Check.
  • Visit to the island’s museums and the ancient city of Akrotiri? Check.
  • A sit on the catamaran for the island tour? Check.
  • Book a Santorini private transfers more easy? Check.

This is the time when you can enjoy the Santorini highlights without restrictions and delays. Whatever you like, whenever you like because it’s not August but October.

3. The ascent to the volcano of Santorini

Without the 35 degrees Celsius in July, everything looks easier. You climb the volcano, cross the Red and Black beaches and enjoy the uniqueness of Santorini.

4. Noon in Ammoudi, Santorini

Scenes from Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life were filmed around Ammoudi. Is there anything better than a noon at the beach – in a (literally) movie set – to enjoy swimming and relax without the voices of the crowd?

The best; After diving you will also catch the best table at Ammoudi Fish Tavern to try unique appetizers. Is anyone thinking of something better?

5. The Santorini Experience

The Santorini Experience takes place for the 5th year on the most famous island of the Cyclades, October 5-7. And you have every reason to give the present. You can take a tour of Santorini!

Initially it is the racing track. On Saturday October 6th the program includes 3 different routes that enjoy a unique view of the Caldera volcano, as well as the settlements of Imerovigli, Firostefani and Oia.

Specifically, the 5km Aristides Alafouzos route is for running and dynamic walking, 10km for those most accustomed to the distances and 15km for those who love strength, technique and endurance. Showing love to pivot could be essential in overcoming addiction. All routes start from the desalination plant in Oia, with dirt tracks and terminating again in Oia. The routes have been designed by the former marathon runner, classical track record holder, running trainer and director of All About Running, Nick Polia and the “Santorini Experience” has been integrated into the World’s Marathons community (numbering more than 4.14 races worldwide).

But the good news doesn’t stop there. There is also the part of the high seas swimming competitions held on Sunday 7 October with the approval of the Greek Swimming Federation (KOE), in accordance with FINA safety rules. Athletes are getting ready for the big dive and you can’t miss it.

If you do not want to take part at the Santorini Experience as a participant you can always combine sport and fun. Book a Santorini Private Personalized Tour and see the race and all the best places you wish from a better and more comfortable seat.

Book now a Santorini Tour and visit the most unique sightseeings in Santorini.

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Book a Santorini Private Tour to comfortably visit the 5th Santorini Experience

Book a Santorini Private Tour to comfortably visit the 5th Santorini Experience

Santorini will once again be at the centre of the world sports map in October through the “Santorini Experience” event.

Amateur and professional athletes will discover for the 5th year, October 4 – 6, 2019, the athletic side of the island through running races, admiring the Cycladic architecture overlooking the Caldera and through a swim in the immense blue sea with the necessary volcanic energy.

We also suggest to book a Santorini Private Transfer to those who visit the event and the island for the period from 01/10/2019 – 10/10/2019.

“Santorini Experience” as every year, ensures the best services for all participants, creating the ideal conditions for all travellers. Visitors to Santorini by boat for the 5th “Santorini Experience” will be able to travel for another year with the safety and comfort of the official sponsor of Blue Star Ferries. The leading Greek passenger shipping company offers 50% discount on ferry tickets to and from Santorini. Every person who has completed their registration is entitled to the same discount for 3 additional persons (if they are his / her companions) or 4 persons (if they are his / her family).

For reservations and ticket issuance, participants will need to contact the following port offices in working hours and days, at least 3 business days prior to departure, upon completion of registration:

  • Piraeus, GELASAKIS SHIPPING & TRAVEL, tel. 210 4222440, tel
  • DAKOUTROS TRAVEL, tel. 22860 22201
  • Paros, ERKYNA TRAVEL, tel. 22840 23112
  • Syros, VASSILIKOS PREMIUM SERVICES, tel. 22810 844444
  • Naxos, ZAS TRAVEL, tel. 22850 23330

For reservation and admission day the discount will not be available.

At the same time, Santorini Private Guided Tours will be available to offer Mini Buses to the participants of the 5th “Santorini Experience” through online booking, for their trips to the island (with pick up from the airport or port). For reservations, participants should communicate in advance through the contact form.

On Friday, October 4, 2019, the award-winning Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa will give people the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent view of the famed Oia Sunset by organizing as their official sponsor of “Santorini Experience” a unique Sunset Pilates Session Persaki. There will be limited seats for the session. Those interested can call: +30 28975 02151.

The foundation stone for the promotion of Santorini sports tourism and one of the most important factors for the success of the “Santorini Experience” are the sponsors of the event’s hospitality, who promote the institution with special offers and prices. So far this effort has been supported by: Santorini Hoteliers Association, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Athina Luxury Suites, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Canaves Oia, West East Suites, Andronis Arcadia, Vedema a Luxury Collection Resort, Mystique a Luxury Collection Hotel, Santo Houses, Desiterra Luxury Suites & Villas, 270 Oia’s View, Fanouris Condo, Monolithia, Casa Iphigenia, Sienna Resort, Esperas Santorini, Loizos Stylish Residencies, Iokasti Villa, Olive Cave Houses and Mesana Stone Houses while attendance continues.

Travel to Santorini under the perfect weather conditions of October 4 – 6 and take advantage of the accommodation offers of hosting sponsors and event partners, such as VitaNTravel, which offers a three-day stay package starting from 130€ / person and includes accommodation and ferry tickets. You can take a tour of Santorini!

Santorini Experience 2019 offers

The difficulties of the “Santorini Experience” are many, but the enjoyments and experiences you get from such a race are even greater.

  • Running and swimming
  • Attend the Real Madrid Camp in Santorini

“Santorini Experience” is part of the Greek actions of the European Commission’s BeactiveHellas 2019 program and is under the auspices of the General Secretariat of Sport.

“Santorini Experience” is a co-operation of the Municipality of Thera, the Santorini Municipal Athletic Cultural Environmental Organization (DAPPO) and the Active Media Group. The event is under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization (EOT), with the approval of the Hellenic Swimming Federation (JOC).

Santorini is an island in which transportation is necessary, so Santorini Private Guided Tours provides its services for this purpose.

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Santorini car hire

SANTORINI CAR HIRE

Santorini car hire

Santorini tours and Santorini transfers is the best way to travel around the famous volcano island of Cyclades. Take your family or your best friends with you, pick up some stuff and prepare to live the most romantic and adventurous experience you will ever have!

The wild beauty of Santorini

Santorini is a special island. You can feel it every time you step on its rocks and letting yourself feel the energy it breeds at the same time that your eye is trying to fit the landscape’s magnitude, the overwhelming blue on a white background. Santorini overflows with romance, wild beauty and mysterious magic.

The southest island of the Cyclades, with the uniqueness of the volcano that has established its fate, keeps the sights of the wild and together the tremendous interest of the travelers. You let yourself to the charm of the island.

Travel by car to all villages on Santorini 

You can taste the last ice cream of the day or the first cocktail of the night at Fira, the capital of Santorini, built on the rock, 300 meters above sea level. Pebble alleys, white domed houses, blue domes and a magical view of the Caldera. Restaurants, bars, tourist shops form a web of tradition along with whitewashed stairs and picturesque churches.

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Follow the route from Firostefani, like an eyebrow on the cliff, to Imerovigli – locations ideal for enjoying the famous sunset. Numerous tourists waiting around to capture the magical moments given by the purple sun disk when diving and extinguishing at the waters of the Aegean Sea.

Many claim that from Oia, the traditional settlement that hangs on the north end of the island, with the cave dwellings in the volcanic rocks, the sunset is even more beautiful, more romantic.

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Travel by car to the beaches of Santorini

The beach of Perissa with fine black sand is organized with umbrellas, water park and diving center and you can visit this beach by taking a tour of Santorini. It is followed by the cosmic beach of Perivolos with thick black sand. Kamari is a famous organized beach that surrounds Mesa Vouno, where the ancient Thira is built.

The charming Red Beach combines black pebbles and red sand and offers a unique experience. Being less crowded than other beaches, is the picturesque beach of Monolithos and Vlychada. Smaller beaches are Vourvoulos, Baxedes, Pori, Karterados. Great for swimming is the secluded beach of Ammoudi in Oia’s “feet”, descending the stairs.

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