A mythical ancient island that endured one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, Santorini feels like no other place on earth. Here, everything is brighter: the whitewashed cube-shaped houses, the lapis lazuli sea, and the sunsets that light up the caldera. Base yourself in picturesque Oia, on the island’s northern tip. It has the best views, particularly from the vertiginous terraces at the luxurious Santorini Resort.A mythical ancient island that endured one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, Santorini feels like no other place on earth. Here, everything is brighter: the whitewashed cube-shaped houses, the lapis lazuli sea, and the sunsets that light up the caldera. Base yourself in picturesque Oia, on the island’s northern tip.