A Volcano and 320 Steps to Oia

Posted by Kristen | Jun 10, 2016 | Europe, Greece, Spring Around Europe 2016, Steps, Travel | 0 |

Today, I took a boat over to the volcano for a climb up to the top.

After that, back on the boat for a visit to the hot springs and the smaller island of Thirassia. After a quick lunch there, it was back to the boat for the final leg to the town of Oia, which is on the other end of the island from Fira, where I’m staying.

The boats drop off at the bottom of the cliffs. The towns are built into the cliffs, so I had to climb up to experience one of Santorini’s most recognizable towns.

First things first. Sometimes when you’ve climbed a volcano AND 320 donkey doo covered steps, apple pie, honey ice cream, and a latte just makes a lot of sense.

More blue and white beauty throughout this sweet town.

There are cute little shops and restaurants.

And, there is no shortage of stunning vistas.

This week, I feel like Santorini has bathed me in beauty and kindness.

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Kristen

Kristen Leigh has worked for more than 30 years as a graphic designer and creative director. In 2005, she launched K•Leigh Creative — a full-service graphic design and web development firm specializing in communication and marketing. In 2009, Kristen became a Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT-240) and launched Sweet Escape Yoga — organizing yoga classes and events in natural (i.e., outside) and creative (i.e., cool, hip, or artsy) spaces. Always striving for a balanced life, Kristen combines all of her favorite things (art, books, travel, yoga, wellness, and all things creative) in her blog Escape Artist.