Overview

• Hundreds of tourists converge at Santorini’s sunset points, leaving visitors overwhelmed and unable to enjoy the views.
• Travelers describe chaotic boarding at bus stops as “animalistic mayhem” with no organized lines or capacity controls.
• High accommodation and service prices—amounting to nearly $3,000 for a four-day trip—contrast with underwhelming guest experiences.
• Advice to travel off-peak or visit less commercialized islands such as Milos, Koufonisia and Amorgos is gaining traction online.
• Island officials are weighing proposals to cap visitor numbers and invest in port and transport upgrades to manage overcrowding.