cruise organized by our hosts through Spiridakos Sailing Cruises. It started by following the south- ern coastline to the famous “Martian” Red Beach of Akrotiri. Right after, we head towards the White Beach which is accessible only by boat and were able to swim in the pristine waters. We sailed below the Venetian Lighthouse and under the famous Caldera (volcano) with the outstanding picturesque scenery of Fira and Imerovigli right above us. Our last stop was a small bay right next to the Volcano and though it was fleeting, we were able to capture a sunset like no other. Our Captain expertly navigated the waters while our crew prepared a family-style meal with fresh fish, seafood, and dips. Finally the big day arrived and the experience was as unique as the location. The venue, Le Ciel (“The Sky”) Santorini occupies the top level of the
Caldera in Imerovigli and overlooks the sea and the volcano, with a view that I would put up against any in the world. The bride, in traditional white, was offset by the groom in a sharp blue suit, a nod to the surrounding architecture. As the couple said I do, the guests applauded, and a saxophon- ist serenaded the venue blending Top 40 hits with Classics. As the speeches and dinner unfolded the sun ducked behind the cliffs, blanketing the venue with a serene orange glow. The evening was capped off by fireworks that burst out over the cliffs to ring in the newly minted union. Though that wasn’t the end of the festivities. The clock struck midnight as the happy couple revealed the final crowd pleaser, a late-night gyros bar. Opa!
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