Holidays in Santorini, Greece

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Suitably Santorini

Santorini has the oldest vineyards in Europe, producing mostly white wine – and surprisingly good it is, too. They are scattered all over the island. One of the most welcoming is the Santo winery, close to Pirigas, where for a few euros you get a tour and a tasting of some choice bottles.

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Getting there

Holidays in Santorini, Greece

Planes, trains, automobiles, or maybe even helicopter – we tell you the best way to go.

Planes
The airport is only ten minutes from Fira, the island’s capital. Taxis cost around six euros.
Trains
There are no train services on the island. If you arrive by ferry, it will take you 15–20 minutes to get to Fira from the port. You’ll find car hire companies and taxis when you get off the boat.
Automobiles
You’ll need a car to tour around the island. There’s free parking outside the towns of Oia and Thira. There are also various places where you can rent scooters. Your best bet for a hire car is from Hertz at Fira airport (+30 22860 33670) or go to www.hertz.co.uk. Smith cardholders get a 10 per cent discount; simply quote 635230 when you reserve a car.