Island Guides
Europe is home to a cacophony of charismatic islands, each with its own personality and intriguing history.
Explore the fabled islands of France’s southern coast, go snorkelling around shipwrecks in Elba Island, wander the ancient Cami de Cavalls in Menorca, hop between the whitewashed villages of the Cyclades, or seek winter sun in the Canaries – the choice is yours.
Islands in Spain
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22 Stunning Beaches in Mallorca You Must Visit
With swaths of soft golden sand and turquoise coves sprinkled across the coastline, Mallorca is a superstar when it comes to beaches. The biggest of Spain’s Balearic Islands is also home to towering cliffs and fragrant pine forests crisscrossed with hiking trails that lead to hidden bays and rocky outcrops perfect for snorkelling. Many of…
Islands in Greece
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Island Hopping in the Cyclades: A Guide to Exploring Greece’s Beautiful Archipelago
Enchanting, whitewashed villages, bluer-than-blue seas and mouth-watering cuisine. The reality of island hopping in Greece lives up to your dreams in the Cyclades. The stars of the show, such as Santorini and Mykonos, draw gasps from visitors spellbound by the sights of blue-topped churches and historical windmills dotting photogenic landscapes. However, lesser-known islands are just as…
Islands in Italy
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Best Things to do in Sicily, Italy: Plan Your Sicily Tour!
The best things to do in Sicily relate to its rich layers of heritage. The largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily is a multi-faceted cultural mosaic of art, architecture, cuisine, customs and local lore. Sicily’s history reflects the diverse people who have come to call it home over the millennia. Each of these settlers and…
Islands in France
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Porquerolles Island | A Guide to the French Riviera’s Car-Free Escape
Just off the coast of Hyères lies a place that still feels somewhat wild and untouched. Where bikes are the main mode of transport, and the sound of cicadas chirping among the trees replaces the usual hum of traffic. Welcome to Porquerolles Island, the largest of the îles d’Hyères and perhaps the most enchanting. With…
