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EDITOr’S NOTE

This summer, I invite you to make it
your mission to experience the myriad
facets of Santorini, from the imposing
Kasteli castle at Emporeio to the circular
“kouloura” vines of the oldest vineyard
in Europe. From the largest infinity
pool on the island at Andronis Arcadia,
where you can become one with the
sea and sky, to glimpses into history at
the Akrotiri archaeological site, and to
Lauda restaurant, the oldest eatery in
Oia turned gourmet marvel.
To make the most of your visit to the
most emblematic island in the world,
you need to open your mind to its
possibilities and let your heart show
you the way. In this mission, everyone
at Andronis Exclusive is readily available
and eager to provide you with insights,
help and advice.
The Santorini sunrise is every bit
Diving into the Beauty as iconic as its renowned sunset. The
extraordinary Conscious Body Therapy
programmes offered at the Andronis spas
can do as much for your mood as the
every tIme thIs half-moon of an island Imerovigli are fantastic ambassadors of soothing Aegean sun. The Profitis Ilias
appears on the azure horizon, I feel a the beauty of Santorini, the island has Monastery is a short hike from Pyrgos
fluttering in my heart, and my longing so much more to explore further afield and will treat you to 360-degree views
intensifies. Santorini is not merely – and we’ve made it our goal in this issue of the entire island. The whitewashed
gorgeous; it is one of those rare places to showcase some of them, just like the houses and winding paths of the
that draw you in, change your perspective Andronis Exclusive team continue to Santorini hinterland are packed with
and remind you what life is all about. help visitors discover the full extent of authentic experiences and unsuspected
This “land that was scattered”, to the magic of this destination. treasures…
borrow Greek Nobel laureate poet How can just one island have so many Let’s fill our days with beauty. Let’s fill
Giorgos Seferis’ words, is generously faces? No matter how many times I’ve our glasses with local wine, and let’s toast
welcoming crowds from every corner visited it, Santorini never fails to amaze to the wonders of Santorini. •
of the globe. Although world-renowned me by giving me more than I ever
Oia, the iconic Caldera and picturesque expected. Elsa Soimiri — Editor in Chief

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