Messaria Holidays

Like stepping into a postcard of Santorini, this small Greek village is a maze of narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. Achingly pretty in itself, Messaria’s gorgeousness extends to the area around the village, with a patchwork of vineyards and farmland that keep the island’s restaurants supplied with local wine and fresh produce. 
 
With a village this lovely, it’s tempting to stay put. But Messaria is an excellent base for exploring the rest of Santorini. It’s located between the capital of Fira and the east coast beach town of Kamari, both of which are only a short drive away. It’s easy to find all sorts of boat trips departing from Old Santorini Harbour, whether you fancy visiting hot springs, the Santorini caldera, or setting sail on a sunset cruise with a glass of bubbles.