Many consider it as important as the Acropolis of Athens or the Temple of Apollo in Delphi, Santorini’s breathtaking Caldera has managed to become one of the iconic landmarks of Greece, and a must-see for anyone who visits the country. Some would say that no trip to Greece is complete without a visit to the Caldera.

The island’s history and the circumstances that led to the Caldera’s creation are enough to make your heart skip a beat when you first step on the island. While, when you find yourself at the top of the Caldera, you will forget about the worries of this world and be mesmerized by the stunning view ahead of you.

The stunning, white-washed villages hanging at the edge of the Caldera and the endless blue of the Aegean that looks like it disappears in the horizon will be the highlights of your Caldera experience.

The Minoan Eruption | An Awe-Inspiring History that dates back in 1610 BC

Santorini is an outcome of a dreadful event that occurred in 1.610 BC. We are referring to the Minoan Eruption that ravaged the then-called Thera, and resulted to much of the island’s shape to be destroyed and submerged underwater. More than 40,000 people were killed throughout the Aegean while the eruption provoked a huge tsunami that hit the nearby island of Crete.

The volcano is still considered to be active up to today, however, 1.610BC was the last time that showed signs of activity.

Santorini’s Caldera Today | A Romantic Hub for Couples & Honeymooners

The dramatic landscape of the Caldera and the breathtaking sunset from Skaros Rock have given Santorini a spot in many collections with the top romantic destinations in the world. As Santorini’s reputation grew bigger, more and more luxurious hotels popped up on the Caldera, giving another flair of luxury in the destination.

As the target audience was mainly couples, hotels added facilities and services that would cater exclusively to them, further upgrading the romantic experience of the island. And, this is how Santorini was turned into a romantic getaway for romantic trips, honeymoons, or even destination weddings.

Romantic Things to do in Santorini overlooking the Caldera | Activities that all Couples love!

There are so many romantic things to do in Santorini, that you can never get bored on this island. The most popular activity is by far dining overlooking the Caldera. Picture yourself and your other half under the starry sky, overlooking the twinkling lights of Caldera’s Villages and Hotels while enjoying a private dinner in front of your suite’s infinity pool. This is what we are talking about.

Catamaran Cruises have recently become very popular, allowing you to explore the Caldera, dive in the middle of the crater, and enjoy your favorite cocktail in an intimate environment either by yourselves, or with other people on board – it’s up to you. Wine Tasting is another great option for wine lovers while beaches exploration will leave you speechless (Santorini may not have many beaches although it makes up for this offering a unique setting, like the ones with black and red sand).

And, never forget: most of your Santorini experiences will bear an unrepeatable backdrop, the Caldera!

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Everything about Santorini screams “Romance!”.

This breathtaking island is like it was created for that purpose while the fact that it often ranks among the top romantic destinations in the world makes a point. If we were to write down all reasons for someone to love Santorini, it would most probably go like this:

• The white-washed villages
• The blue-domed churches
• The imposing views
• The diversity of lifestyle activities
• The overall ambiance of the destination
• The unique Catamaran Cruise
• The one-of-its-kind sunset
• The abundance of Instagrammable spots

But, above all, we believe that Santorini Honeymoon is a lifetime experience due to the super luxurious resorts perched on its steep cliff. Not just because they are super luxurious, with mind blowing facilities like in-room Jacuzzi and infinity pools perched on a cliff, but more for the fact that these hotels value couples and honeymooners so much, that they create unique experiences tailor-made to their needs.

And, for us, the best experience to look up to is the one of the Honeymoon Suite with private pool.

A Luxury Hotel Perched on the Caldera that caters exclusively to Couples | Pegasus Suites & Spa

Pegasus Suites & Spa is an iconic hotel in Santorini that has become a sensation for honeymoons and romantic holidays. This luxury hotel, perched on the Santorini Caldera, stands out not only for its wonderful diversity of honeymoon suites but also for its ability to cater to all couples, providing from value-for-money to super luxurious accommodation options.

The in-room experiences are plenty and it’s difficult to decide which of them are the best. The stunning views over the Caldera definitely add a wow factor to the stay, however, keep in mind that the better the room, the better the view over the Caldera. The in-room breakfast is another great service to look up to, as there is not a better way to start your day with your other half than with a glass of champagne with mouthwatering local delicacies.

To sum up, the rooms are plenty and each of them caters to a different type of traveler. Let’s explore the most important types of rooms:

Honeymoon Plunge Pool Suite: Romance & Well-being go hand-in-hand in this room

Offering direct views over the Caldera, the Honeymoon Plunge Pool Suite is the perfect suite for couples who want to focus on their personal well-being. Its open air terrace with sun loungers provide the best spot to relax and sunbathe during the day. In addition, the cave style or open air plunge pool with Hot Tub make this the ultimate suite to relax and unwind.

Pegasus Independent Villa: An Independent Villa 60 Meters from Pegasus Suites & Spa

This is the only room that’s not located in the resort. Pegasus Independent Villa is found 60 meters away from the main building and its 70sq. m can host even a family. Its private terrace features sun loungers to sunbathe while the outdoor hot tub is excellent for lazy afternoons. If privacy is what you seek, this suite is your best option.

Angels Infinity Pool Suite: An Infinity Edge Pool with first-row view to the Caldera

Unwind and relax in one of the hotel’s most breathtaking rooms – the Angels Infinity Pool Suite. Its highlight? The infinity edge pool located at the edge of the cliff offering a breathtaking view to the Caldera and Palaia Kammeni. This upscale suite features a series of luxurious facilities and amenities that ensure a premium stay, like the oil room vaporizers with selected fragrances of your choice, signature bathroom amenities, American Champagne and Greek Breakfast.

Grand Luxury Plunge Pool Suite: A chic suite to immerse in the pleasures of luxury

The chic colors of white and grey intertwine at Grand Luxury Plunge Pool Suite creating the perfect room to relax and enjoy moments of intimacy with your other half. This suite is a heaven of contemporary comfort, inviting you to fully immerse in the pleasures of luxury. The suite’s highlight is the indoor plunge pool, which is ideal for a romantic evening with your partner.

The Romantic Activities at Pegasus Suites & Spa| From Candlelight Dinners to Luxury Wine Tasting Evenings

Even though the romantic experience that the suites of Pegasus Suites & Spa offer is enough for every couple out there to say that they have had a great honeymoon, the hotel has included a series of romantic activities within its hotel grounds that further upgrade the overall honeymoon experience.

A candlelight dinner at the hotel’s terrace under the stars will surely be the perfect surprise to your partner, as you will be able to enjoy a high-level culinary experience in an intimate atmosphere that oozes luxury and romance. Another great but not so romantic food experience would be to take a cooking lesson together, which will introduce you to Greek cuisine and teach you how to create some popular local recipes.

A wine-tasting evening is another must-do, especially if you are fans of good wine. Through the wine-tasting tour you will get to try local and international labels of great reputation as well as learn the history of Santorini and how it ended up one of the best wine-producing areas of Greece.

Special Packages for Couples | This is the perfect time to book!

Last but not least, the hotel has created a series of special packages for couples, including various luxuries like private transfers, bottles of champagne, special room decorations, flower bouquets, and more. You will find more information about the packages on their official website. So, if you have booked already, then good for you. If you are still in doubt, then we recommend you book as soon as possible because the rooms are limited and they won’t be available forever.

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Getting Married in Santorini is a relationship goal for many couples. The island’s breathtaking landscape, idyllic sunset and luxury 5-star resorts perched on the Caldera are enough to persuade any couple to visit Santorini or even organize their wedding/honeymoon on it. If you are not familiar with Santorini’s breathtaking setting, we believe a scroll through Google’s images about Santorini Honeymoon will give you an overall idea on what’s honeymoon in Santorini all about.

However, Wedding in Santorini is not an easy task to do – especially, if you are making all the preparations from a distance. On this occasion, you will most probably need a coordinator to make all the arrangements for you, and, as Greeks seem to love paperwork, you need to be thoroughly planned before your wedding. Of course, arranging your wedding in a luxury hotel is a great way to deal with all wedding plannings – while, through this way, you might also be able to strike a deal for yours and your relatives’ accommodation.

Getting Married in Santorini: The Experience

What is it like to get married in Santorini, you might wonder. Well, have you seen the movie “My Big Fat Greek Wedding”? If yes, you get the overall picture. If not, we highly recommend you watch it, as it’s very entertaining. The best way to describe a Santorini Wedding is dream-like, out of this world and drenched in blue and white (from the white-washed villages and the vivid blue of the Aegean).

Close your eyes and picture yourself in front of a white-washed, blue-domed church. It’s evening – the sky has turned into a crimson red, and you are about to say your second “I do”. Your soon-to-become husband holding your hands and your closest people almost cheering at the audience. If that’s not the ideal for a wedding experience, then what is?

How to pick the perfect venue for your Wedding

As Santorini is a popular choice for destination weddings, finding a venue to organize your wedding is quite easy. The island boasts an abundance of wedding venues, while most of the hotels can organize your wedding in their premises. However, here in Travel by Interest, we believe that hotels are the best place to organize your wedding.

That’s mainly due to the fact that, when arranging a wedding in a hotel, it’s like finding a place to stay at the same time – with extra benefits. The hotels in Santorini try their best to offer an exclusive experience to their guests (you will understand that from the room rates) while you might end up with various extra perks like complimentary champagne upon arrival, airport transfers, romantic massages and other exclusive services.

If you are planning to invite many relatives and friends of yours in the wedding, you might also strike a deal with the hotel and decrease the expenses of your guests. So, no matter how you look at it, it’s a win-win situation. If you are wondering if hotels organize private weddings – yes, most of them do.

Things to do in Santorini with your Friends/Relatives

Now that you managed to persuade your friends/relatives to follow you in Santorini, you have to find a way to fill your days there – just the wedding might not be enough to do that. Thankfully, Santorini is blessed with an abundance of activities to do, suitable for all ages and tastes.

Catamaran Cruise is certainly one of the must-do activities in Santorini. You and your friends can hire your own, personal catamaran, and go for an excursion at the Caldera. You will be able to dive in the midst of the crater, sunbathe and enjoy your favorite cocktails together. Just make sure that the cruise includes food as well, as Catamaran Cruise can last up to the evening.

Beach exploration is another must-do, as Santorini might not be an island particularly known for its beaches, but they are certainly all unique and breathtaking – like the red or black beach. Finally, a dinner on the Caldera will set the mood for what’s to come.

The documents needed for a Wedding in Santorini

Now that you have somewhat pictured your wedding on Santorini, let’s go to the most boring part of the entire procedure – the paperwork. For your wedding you will need passports, full birth certificates, certificate of non-impediment to marry from both the bride and the groom, a copy of the local newspaper where your intent to marry was published and affidavits stating the bride and groom are free to marry.

All documents must be translated in Greek and bear an Apostille stamp from the Greek Embassy in your country. If you are planning to make a religious ceremony, you will need two copies of all the above documents, one for the house of worship and one for the town hall. So, if you seriously consider planning your wedding in Santorini, don’t hesitate any longer and contact Pegasus Suites & Spa right-away.

After a great wedding, comes greater honeymoon!

After your glorious Santorini wedding, it’s time to relax and enjoy your first journey as a couple. The best part? You don’t have to leave the island to do that! Take your time and do all the activities that you didn’t manage to do due to the wedding preparations. Go on a wine tour, enjoy a romantic dinner on the Caldera for two, go on a catamaran cruise, stroll around Oia’s picturesque alleys… so much stuff to do on this island, you will never want to leave!

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Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in Greece!

We are so proud to announce that our hotel is the winner of 2019 as the Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in Greece!

It is such a great feeling to reward your tries! This encourages us to keep offering the best possible service and experience to our travelers!