Honeymoon Petra Villas is Santorini's lavishly appointed hideaway

Since the 1970s, travelers have flocked to the stunning Greek isle of Santorini. They are mesmerized by its caldera views and its multi-colored sunsets, crimson and burnt-orange. The Cycladic alabaster structures atop the island appear to be the icing on a massive cake, or the Aegean’s version of a snow-capped mountain when viewed from the sea. Indeed, Santorini has become one of the most sought-after holiday destinations in the world.

The island’s fascinating past dates back thousands of years, to the Minoan Thira volcanic eruption. Today there is a vibrant wine industry, New Age artists, exquisite seafood and cuisine, and sun-splashed beaches in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and color schemes.If you’ve ever dreamed of a staying cliff-side on the spellbinding main island of Thira, the jaw-dropping Honeymoon Petra Villas will astound you.

Family-owned and operated, these beguiling suites offer a cave-style retreat, far from the frantic hordes of Santorini holiday makers. They are located between the main town of Fira and charming Oia, in the hamlet of Imerovigli.

The imposing lava rock boutique, a five-star property, caters to luxury travelers seeking a relaxing holiday. A highlight is Santorini’s largest infinity pool, extending above the slope of the caldera and seeming to blend into the vast Aegean Sea. A 24-hour bar allows for stargazing long into the night.

Many of the Santorini-style suites and modern accommodations come with an outdoor or indoor jacuzzi. In the Traditional Wing, opulent suites offer isolation from the rest of the hotel. Guests in the Petra Wing have sequestered balconies and are adjacent to most hotel amenities.

Both traditional and Haute Greek meals, along with Mediterranean fusion dishes, are served overlooking the Aegean. The wine menu includes a collection of Greek and international vintages. Dapper mixologists craft spiffy elixirs as the sunsets.

The grand villas are the creation of the prominent Renieris family, who also run Renieris Santorini Sailing Center. There, they offer a compelling selection of experiential Santorini experiences, including sailing trips, cooking classes, Zen-like spa treatments and epicurean adventures, including wine tasting.

Discriminating Santorini visitors flock to the plush confines of Honeymoon Petra Villas.