Getting there

Planes

The airport is only 10 minutes from Fira | the island’s capital. As of Summer 2009 Easyjet will fly direct from Gatwick. 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.