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Santorini’s Oia crowds surge as cruise ships boost visitors

9/1/2026

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Social media drives massive tourist crowds to Santorini’s iconic photo spots.
Visitors line Oia’s narrow streets early each morning to pose before the blue domes.
CEO Mandee Migliaccio says cruise ships add thousands of tourists to the island.
She advises arriving early and staying several days to avoid peak crowds.
Migliaccio urges tourists to try cooking classes, wine tours, and other island activities.

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Story summary

Social media drives massive tourist crowds to Santorini’s iconic photo spots.
Visitors line Oia’s narrow streets early each morning to pose before the blue domes.
CEO Mandee Migliaccio says cruise ships add thousands of tourists to the island.
She advises arriving early and staying several days to avoid peak crowds.
Migliaccio urges tourists to try cooking classes, wine tours, and other island activities.