If I could snap my fingers and suddenly appear anywhere in the world this summer, it would be in Santorini. One of the most Instagram photographed locations; the tiny Santorini Islands are also among the most romantic on the planet. All it takes is one dramatic sunset experience, and you are hooked. Sitting on your hotel terrace and looking at the steep cascading cliffs of whitewashed hotels and apartments seemingly stacked on top of each other is really a miracle in architecture.
The areas of Fira, Imerovigli, and Oia all have stunning hotels with terraces and infinity pools and are among the prime spots for stunning Caldera views. Of course, hotels in this area are among the most expensive and sought after during high season. On a recent visit to Santorini, I personally experienced many of the new hotel properties for my selection of the very best for 2019.
Among my top picks in Santorini is the brand new Canaves Oia Epitome. Located on the northern part of the busy island is this hidden and very exclusive all-villa property. Positioned above the picturesque fishing town of Ammoudi, these stunning villas are quickly becoming the ultimate celebrity escape.
The Canaves brand is among the most popular in Greece after Ioannis and Anna Chaidemenos transformed 17th-century wine caves dug from the volcanic rocks into luxury hotel rooms. This led to the birth of their first hotel, Canaves Oia Hotel. In 2010, Markos Chaidemenos and his brother, Alexandros, took over the brand.
