I got the early bus to Oia, here you will find the many picture postcard images from Santorini. The stunning blue roof on top of the chalk white buildings. The place was deserted which I found very appealing, I think summer would be mental.

Most of the businesses are closed but for me that’s just fine, I had no intention of buying anything, I just wanted to come and see what all the fuss was about. It is a very pretty place and I’m sure living in one of the cliff hugging houses would be just grand. The downside of staying here is that there is no easy way to get your luggage or things to and from civilisation, the narrow passageways and copious amount of stairs certainly look pretty but would soon wear you out. Nevertheless I spent a pleasant hour or so just wandering around and the bonus of winter is that there are no people.

After I got off the bus in Fira I headed straight for lunch and had no choice but to get another bucket of red wine to get me through the day.