Greece Travel Guides for Photographers - Mykonos, Santorini...

Photographing Sunrise at The Old Port of Mykonos

Lisa Michele Burns — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 22:16:50 +0000

Sunrise Photography in the Greek Islands – Mykonos Old Port Sunrise is a time of calm, a time I rarely see as a night owl and a time I know is worth getting up to photograph when somewhere special. Mykonos is one of those special places. With its vibrant, whitewashed buildings, colourful doors and windows and boldly painted boats bobbing in the harbour, sunrise here is not to be missed! Waking up before first light, I wandered down to the Old Port of Mykonos. Jetlag was on my side and I was almost skipping as I saw the scene before me. Water so calm the entire shoreline of the port was reflecting into the shallow sandy sea. With every intention of venturing to a spot I’d scouted the day prior, I instead stopped at the water’s edge on Paralia Choras Mikonou beach. Getting low with my Olympus E-M1 MKIII I was able to enhance the reflection and capture a series of images that still make me smile when I look back at them. Early morning pinks filled the sky and, as you’d know if you’re a regular reader of The Wandering Lens, my pastel loving self was finding it hard...

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A Guide to Santorini Sunset Photography Locations

Lisa Michele Burns — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 07:51:57 +0000

Where to photograph Sunset on Santorini When the sun dips into the Aegean Sea of Santorini you want to make sure you’re in the best spot possible to capture this iconic scene in the Greek Islands. With millions of visitors filling the cliff top paths of Santorini each year, it’s no wonder you’ve probably found this article by googling ‘Where to find the best sunset spot in Santorini?’, you may have even added ‘without crowds’. If you did, I’m totally with you. I can’t stand photographing alongside hordes of tourists and it’s the reason I wanted to write this article to steer you in the right direction! I’ve previously written a guide to the ‘Best Photography Locations on Santorini’, but this time I’m focusing on just the sunset worthy spots. Oia is the most popular location for sunset and that’s because of it’s location right on the north-western tip of the island. That said, most villages located along the rim of the caldera offer some kind of sunset views because they all face west, it’s just a matter of what time of year to visit Santorini to benefit from the direct sun falling into the sea scenario. So, without further...

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The Best Photography Locations & Beaches in Mykonos

Lisa Michele Burns — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 01:43:52 +0000

Mykonos Photography Locations + Beautiful Beach Guide An island of hidden coves and beach parties where white washed buildings with blue doors and rooftops look out over the sparkling Aegean Sea. Mykonos is a chilled out little paradise in the Cyclades, a Greek Island group blessed with sunshine, clear water and so much character. Exploring the island is essential when you visit; you can hire a quad bike, car or moped to beach hop your way around and see every sun soaked corner. Mykonos town is filled with stone paved alleys where you’ll find it hard to keep your camera away. Getting lost amidst staircases dripping in fuchsia bougainvillea, courtyards with kittens and doors painted every shade of blue is an essential Mykonos experience. If you’ve visiting Mykonos this summer or want to add some places to your bucket list, I’ve put together a guide to the best photography locations in Mykonos. Below you’ll find a map detailing where to go followed by some example photos and descriptions of each location… Read more: If you’re also planning to visit Santorini, check out my guide to “The Best Photography Locations on Santorini” Little Venice This is my favourite place in all...

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Santorini Photo Locations – Iconic Places + Beaches

Lisa Michele Burns — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 05:33:34 +0000

Santorini Photo Spots + Beaches Dreaming of a romantic trip to Santorini with your camera? Rugged cliffs rise from the Aegean Sea toward white washed villages perched overlooking a volcanic caldera. Santorini is the glamourous star of the Greek Islands. It’s iconic, strikingly beautiful and one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Famed for it’s white buildings and cave hotels, Santorini is where you’ll find honeymooners, cruise trippers and of course photographers hoping to capture those iconic images. Dazzling with it’s dip into the water, watching the sun set here is an experience you can’t miss when visiting Santorini. Blue domed churches, cave hotels and a landscape like no where else on earth, it’s a place to visit and be wowed. Below you’ll find an interactive map to the best photography locations on Santorini, then some details on all the spots mentioned along with example images. Interactive Map: The Best Photography Locations on Santorini Island Your guide to – The Best Places in Santorini #1 – Oia While it’s no doubt the most popular village on the island, Oia has lots of photogenic nooks where you can escape the crowds and capture a unique yet still iconic image. Firstly, it’s...

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Naoussa, Paros Island – The Cool Kid of The Cyclades

Lisa Michele Burns — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 09:23:11 +0000

Paros Island is where white washed fishing villages, rocky coastlines and olive plantations meet the sparkling Aegean Sea. I like to think of it as the chilled out little sister to the more popular neighbouring islands of Mykonos, Ios and Santorini. It’s rustic, relaxing and ideal for outdoor adventures. Fairy lights hang throughout the colourful harbour village of Naoussa on the islands northeast corner. Photogenic from every angle you’ll find hidden alleys offering Cycladic charm and coves with waterfront cafes and bars. Naoussa is also home to perhaps the cutest harbour I’ve ever photographed. Wooden fishing boats bob gently on the clear teal water as fisherman sit on brightly painted chairs and octopus hang drying in the sunshine. Like many of the Greek Islands, it’s possible to drive around Paros Island in a day, exploring every beach, village and historic sight along the way. In the mountaneous region of the island are the beautiful villages of Kostos and Leftkes. Kostos is a sleepy little village gleaming with brightly coloured fuchsia bougainvillea and a quaint town square. Leftkes was the original captial of Paros and while it’s much larger than Kostos, retains that slow pace and mountain vistas. Below you’ll find...

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Santorini Sailing Day Trip in the Caldera

Lisa Michele Burns — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:42:46 +0000

Stepping on board a crisp white luxury catamaran as the village of Oia sat pretty on the cliffs above and the water below glistened in the sunlight. It was always going to be a good day. On my recent visit to Santorini, I jumped at the chance to hop on board with Santorini Yachting Club for a sail and swim in the caldera. It was also the perfect opportunity to photograph the cliffs and coastline of this photogenic island from the sea! Kicking things off at the scenic port of Ammoudi Bay we sailed in the gentle breeze toward the volcano for a dip at the hot springs. The calm waters of the caldera are perfect for lounging on the deck in the ropes as the water rushes underneath. Sailing below the giant cliffs of Santorini, there’s something so intriguing about gazing at an entire village from the sea. With Fira, Imerovigli and Oia all visible, it’s easy to get lost imagining what’s happening way up there as you drift along beneath. Anchoring at Mesa Pigadia which is located just beside the infamous White Beach, we jumped off the boat for a swim in super clear water while the skipper...

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Kayaking the Coastline of Santorini

Lisa Michele Burns — Sun, 03 Jul 2016 12:07:48 +0000

Paddling through the clear azure seas as you breathe in fresh salty air and the sun shines from above; it’s about as good as a day by the water can get. The idea of sea kayaking has always fascinated me. Everyone you see paddling out in the depths of the ocean always looks so relaxed and comfortable. I had always imagined though that I’d be the one hunched over with numb arms begging to return to shore. However, there’s a little secret. It’s all in the technique, a little twist of the paddle and if you’re equipment and kayak is decked out, you’ll be cruising along like you’re driving a car….on the water of course. I jumped at the chance to try sea kayaking for the first time recently with Sea Kayak Santorini. While I’ve paddled in canoes and used the colourful rental kayaks plenty of times, I’ve never sat in a fancy sea kayak which has lots of leg room, a cushioned seat and back rest! Safely tucked into the mango coloured kayak, we set off to explore the southern coast of Santorini from the water which if you read this site regularly you’ll know is my preferred way to see...

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The Secret Santorini Beach You Need To Visit

Lisa Michele Burns — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 08:56:14 +0000

Beneath the rocky cliffs of Oia on Santorini there’s a little gem hiding along the shores of the sparkling caldera waters. It’s a bit adventurous, completely cut-off from the crowds lurking the photogenic alleys of the streets above and is ideal for a once in a lifetime swimming experience. Santorini is known for its famous and colourful Red Beach, White Beach and Black Beach however this spot isn’t exactly a beach…it’s more a rocky cove, perfect for some fun in the sun. Cliff jump, snorkel, photograph or sun bathe…whatever your activity of choice is, you need to visit this spot if you make it to Santorini. While it doesn’t exactly have a name, just around the corner is Ammoudi Bay so let’s start there. Wander down the 235 steps from the Oia Castle to Ammoudi Port which in itself is worth a memory card of photos. The colourful port is lined with seafood restaurants and vibrant little wooden boats bob around on the aqua blue water. Follow the path to the left (when facing the sea) and wander through each restaurant until you see a track that leads around the water’s edge. As you walk along be sure to turn...

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