Is it safe to drive in Santorini?
Apr 21st, 2006, 02:20 PM
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Is it safe to drive in Santorini?
I had heard that the road from Fira to Oia is very dangrous to drive for the travelers. Is that true?
Shoud we rent a car from internet or rent on the Island when we arrive there?
car or scooter? which is better?
Shoud we rent a car from internet or rent on the Island when we arrive there?
car or scooter? which is better?
Apr 22nd, 2006, 07:57 PM
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We were in Santorini last summer and rented a car. The island was very easy to drive and lots of fun. We didn't plan to do this until we arrived. We rented after we arrived - may have paid more, but it was reasonable and we used our car to get to the airport on the day of departure, saving a taxi ride. There are some very narrow streets in places, but it made the ride all that more exciting. Think you will enjoy having a car for at least one day to explore the island.
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Apr 22nd, 2006, 09:47 PM
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WE (family of 5)rented a car for the day and drove from tip to tip, The red beach to Oia, with a few diversions either side! I did not find it a problem at all, and thats with me getting used to the fact that they drive on the wrong side of the road !! (Aussie centric viewpoint 
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Apr 23rd, 2006, 12:00 AM
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Hi
I rented a car and did the road from Fira to Oia. It is safe - wide and modern (sealed). I remember quite a few sharp bends but just take it easy you'll be fine.
There's a few threads on scooter hire. Are you a competent/experienced bike rider? There are quite a few scooter (read motorbike) accidents and fatalities on the Greek islands because tourists treat scooters like a toy. These tempermental little beasts are anything but! If no previous experience rent a car with a sunroof - they're fun too.
Have fun, play safe
I rented a car and did the road from Fira to Oia. It is safe - wide and modern (sealed). I remember quite a few sharp bends but just take it easy you'll be fine.
There's a few threads on scooter hire. Are you a competent/experienced bike rider? There are quite a few scooter (read motorbike) accidents and fatalities on the Greek islands because tourists treat scooters like a toy. These tempermental little beasts are anything but! If no previous experience rent a car with a sunroof - they're fun too.
Have fun, play safe
