Santorini FOR FIRST-TIMERS in 2026 | 14 MISTAKES to Avoid & Must Know Tips

Before you book anything, watch this. In this video I'm sharing 14 essential Santorini travel tips, from new tourist taxes and the best time to visit, to where to stay, how to get around, the best beaches, wine tasting, hidden gems, and so much more. I've been to Santorini multiple times and I'm sharing everything I wish I knew before my first visit — so you don't have to make the same mistakes I did. 🙌 📍 WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS VIDEO 00:35 – Best Time to Visit Santorini (Peak vs Shoulder Season) 02:27 – Ferry vs Flight to Santorini 05:26 – New 2025 Tourist Taxes (cruise + hotel) 05:55 – Getting Around the Island 07:23 – Where to Stay: Oia vs Fira vs Imerovigli vs Pyrgos 08:28 – Oia Sunset Tips + Morning Hack 09:59 – Santorini Wine Tasting Guide 11:49 – Best Beaches (Red, Kamari, Perissa + what to expect) 12:55 – Fira to Oia Hike 13:47 – Food, Dining & Tipping in Greece 14:55 – Photography Etiquette (please read this) 16:13 – Ammoudi Bay Hidden Gem 17:08 – What to Pack for Santorini 18:27 – How Many Days in Santorini? 📸 Best Photo Spots in Santorini→    • Top 10 Photo Spots in Santorini