Is Santorini Still Worth Visiting in 2025 - or Has Overtourism Ruined It?

Santorini may be the most iconic destination in Greece, but behind the stunning cave suites and world-famous sunsets lies a growing problem: overtourism. In this travel podcast episode, I take you inside the reality of Santorini in 2025 - sharing shocking statistics, infrastructure challenges, and what it’s really like to visit now.

As the founder of a travel agency for Italy and Greece, I’ve seen Santorini in both the peaceful pandemic era and today’s peak-season crowds. I reveal why cruise ships are overwhelming the island, how tourism is impacting locals, and whether Santorini is still worth a spot on your Greece itinerary.

You’ll hear insider advice and my expert recommendation on how to visit Santorini the right way, including the best alternative Greek islands if you’re craving a more authentic, less crowded experience.

Whether you’re planning your dream trip to Greece or just love exploring the truth behind travel’s most hyped destinations - this episode is for you.

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0:00 Welcome to Santorini 2025: The Hard Truth

0:00 Cruise Ships & Crowds: What’s Really Happening

1:36 Recording from a Cave Suite: Why I’m Here

2:16 Why Santorini Became the Ultimate Bucket List Destination

3:19 My Life on the Island During the Pandemic

5:05 The Surge in Tourism: Latest Visitor Numbers

5:34 Overwhelmed Infrastructure & Local Frustration

7:13 New Laws and Limits: Santorini’s Fight Against Overtourism

7:42 Is It Still Worth the High Prices?

8:19 Walking the Crowded Streets: Our Real Reaction

9:55 Should Santorini Be in Your Greece Itinerary?

10:07 My Travel Agency’s Insider Advice on Visiting

12:59 Best Alternative Greek Islands to Consider

13:59 What Santorini Is - and Isn’t - for Travelers

14:57 Final Verdict: One Day in Santorini Might Be Enough

15:45 Closing Thoughts from the Edge of the Caldera

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