Staying 5 days in Santorini for a wedding we opted for the off-the-beaten-track choice and were greatly rewarded with a genuine experience!
Elena's place in Emporio is on a perfect spot to cool off from the more touristic nature of Santorini. The courtyard and terrace are picturesque and during the July full moon night they almost turn to a theatrical backstage. Night owls and crickets ensured great night's rest, while the view of the hill (meeting point of the volcanic soil and the oldest grounds of the islands) spreads some special energy all over the place.
Katerina (on behalf of Ioannis) accomodated every need of ours with speed and precision and our evenings at the terrace with Liana (host's mother) made us feel we are more than travellers: summer friends!