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nadellii

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I plan to go to Santorini this year and spend at least a few nights, maybe longer. I have about three weeks in Greece and I will have to one more nearby island. I've been to Mykonos plenty of times so I don't want it to be that. Another nearby island - maybe Naxos or Folegandros?
 
Definitely Naxos
 
We did Naxos before Santorini last year - so lovely! Naxos is very laid back and peaceful with gorgeous beaches.
 
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