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Santorini Concierge: Elevate Your Stay With These 9 Favourite Services

Welcome to an extraordinary journey on the captivating island of Santorini! At Demeter Cave House, we’re not just about providing you with exceptional accommodation; we’re also dedicated to curating you an amazing, personalised experience. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our top-notch Santorini concierge services, designed to transform your stay into an unforgettable adventure. Make every moment of your stay special by tailoring your vacation with these 9

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Greek Salad at Penelopes, Pyrgos

7 Most Famous Foods in Santorini (& the Best Places to Try Each One)

You might wander along the sun-kissed cliffs of Santorini, bask in the island’s world-famous sunsets, and explore its captivating ancient ruins. Yet, if you don’t savor the local cuisine, you’re missing out on a significant part of the Santorinian experience. To truly grasp the island’s culinary passion, there’s one straightforward approach: savor it all! Or at least, begin with some of the most famous foods in Santorini! These

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7 Best Santorini Wineries to Visit in 2024

Exploring Santorini’s premier wineries offers a captivating journey through stunning landscapes, indigenous grape varieties, and a rich history. Among the best Santorini wineries, you’ll encounter the unique Assyrtiko grapes, which thrive in the island’s volcanic soil resulting in wines with a distinct character. Set against the backdrop of Santorini’s breathtaking vistas, these wineries are more than just places for wine enthusiasts – they promise unforgettable adventures and a

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Visit Pyrgos for amazing Santorini Sunsets Away from the Crowds

7 Best Places to Watch the Santorini Sunset Without the Crowds

We’ve pulled together the best places to watch the Santorini sunset, avoiding the crowds. Look for images of Santorini on Instagram and chances are you’ll find many photographs of the Santorini sunset. It’s a magical time of the day. As the blood red-orange sun slips into the ocean, visitors from all over the world admire this mother nature spectacle. In fact, thousands of visitors flock to Instagrammable sunset

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Demeter Cave House Renovation, Santorini: Past and Present

”An abandoned Santorini Cave House, uninhabited for more than 50 years after a devastating earthquake with no drainage, electricity, or water is transformed into a luxury, bijou bolthole for 2.” Where it all began The story begins in the early 1900s. Like most cave houses on Santorini, they decide to burrow deep into the volcanic rock and earth to create a cheap and solid dwelling. It needs to

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