Luxury Greece Vacation Review: Greek Islands, Ornos Bay, Cuisine, Kayaking, Scenery & Locals

The Scenery
The scenery was truly breathtaking.  When we got our first view of the Caldera in Santorini we were speechless.  We enjoyed that view as much as possible.  Later in the week we gazed proudly at the Caldera trail that we had previously walked all the way to Oia.  We routinely lounged in our infinity pool and simply looked out upon this wonder of nature.  
Leaving Santorini and arriving in Mykonos was like a whole new vacation.  When we first walked out onto our amazing patio area and overlooked Ornos Bay, we knew that we would also spend much time relaxing in these first class surroundings.  This was a different scenery of fun, beach parties, boats in and out, and the bustle that is Mykonos.  We enjoyed our private and comfortable vantage point of this common scene.
Our Drivers
Our drivers all really added to the great outcome of our trip.  They were professional, likable, courteous, and knowledgeable.  They responded to every request we made promptly and perfectly, and always with a smile.  In the end, we felt as though we had made new friends.  They are all good people who cared about helping us.
We have to give a special shout out to our pal, a special guide.  He made us laugh every day.  He made the most amazing restaurant recommendations.  He even brought us water on our walk to Oia.  We loved his furry friend.  This guide became our friend.
The Wonder of Greek Cuisine
The biggest surprise to all of us was the food.  We were treated to one great meal after another.  None of us had any idea of the wonderful Greek cuisine that would be available to us.  It is clear that Greek's are proud of their culture and role that food plays in it.  And who ever knew how important our Raki was before our meals?  It was just a great experience.
The People
The Greek people were warm, respectful, kind and gracious.  They are fun loving.  There was a clear "service attitude" that came from everyone that they cared about our vacation experience.  Our kayak guides were awesome and fun, and showed us a stunning perspective of the cliffs.  Our catamaran sail was special, and with another tremendous meal.  Servers, greeters, shop owners, even the laundromat guy was awesome.  Everyone who served us in any way did so with excellence.   
This travel company
I believe that our trip planner achieved one of her goals for this trip.  We left the country of Greece believing it is a special place.  The trip was first class in every aspect.  She got us where we needed to be, arranged great accommodations, and surrounded us with wonderful people.  In the words of our pal, "She really knows what she is doing!".