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Greece 2015

When I went to Greece two years ago, I knew I would be back soon. I fell in love. It is the most magical place I have been to. Something about the weather, being surrounded by the bluest water and the intimacy of the island… makes it the most amazing place.

See photos from my first trip here and here.

The first time I went it was with two of my girlfriends. We had so much fun and also went to Mykonos and Athens. I had an amazing adventure with them. But when I went back, I knew I wanted to go alone. I wanted to be able to soak in every moment, with zero distractions. (I highly recommend this. If you can take a trip alone to Europe, it will change your life.)  I even deleted my Facebook and turned off all of my emails to limit my phone usage. I can say I am so glad I did that. I was barely on my phone the entire trip which was so refreshing. I was able to truly BE in the moment, breathing in every second of it. It was exactly what I needed before I start my last year of work in Louisiana. It was inspiring and “recharged my batteries” in more ways than one.

I went back to Santorini only. I didn’t want to spend additional time traveling from island to island so I went back to my favorite and enjoyed 7 days there. I had an adventure every single day in this magical land.

I cannot wait to go back again and again. I am in love with Santorini, Greece.

santorini001View from my hotel’s infinity pool:santorini002santorini003My cute little private deck that I loved at Andronis Luxury Suites.santorini004santorini005One of my favorite things about this hotel is that every room has its own personal outdoor jacuzzi. Mine had a view to die for. santorini006The moon was on its “almost full” cycle the whole time I was there. It was insanely gorgeous. It lit up the night, water and my deck every night. santorini007

I mean seriously, I never wanted to go to bed at night because I could stare at this all night long. And some nights, I did just that.

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The views are just stunning everywhere you look. I came across a few wedding shoots taking place.

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The spot below is the “postcard” shot of Santorini. It’s a very popular spot at sunset and you have to get there early to get the spot and angle you want. This is the only place I would say ever feels crowded or touristy. But it is still worth it if you have the patience.

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Even though it’s crowded at sunset, it is still nothing like other places in Europe such as the Notre Dame in Paris.

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One of my favorite days is when I went out on a yacht for the afternoon/evening. There is something about being on a stunning boat, with the wind in your hair…

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The water in Greece is PERFECT. I mean exquisite.

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We stopped at this area called Red Rock beach and swam for a little while. The water temperature was not hot, nor cold. It was a temperature I like to call AMAZING. It is so clear, so light… you feel like you are swimming in heaven. That is the best way I can possibly describe it. I never wanted to get out.

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This day was perfect. Actually, every single day was. Siiiiigh.

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Walking back home (aka my hotel), the full moon stopped me in my tracks and took my breath away. My photo doesn’t do it justice but it was so bright and orange and huge.

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The deck view at another lil spot I stayed at.

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I could stare at this view all day.

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Santorini is a little hidden paradise on earth. I cannot say enough good things about it.

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I know I have already said it, but the water in Greece is SO BLUE and so clear. Even from the airplane it is just this blue. Sky blue.

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Video coming soon!

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