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Fuerteventura one of the the largest of the Canary Islands, located just west of Morocco, and is well known for incredible beaches and excellent surfing. Enjoy the pleasant ocean breeze and relax on pristine stretches of white sand on this island of scenic parks and dunes. Visit the town of Corralejo, with its nature reserves and selection of water sports, ranging from diving to kite surfing.

Stroll along the black sand past jagged rock formations and cliffs in the wettest part of the country.

Visit some of Sicily’s most intriguing historical sites, admire religious mosaics and enjoy lazy days on the beach at this coastal town in the north of the island. 

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Visit this dream-like island, home to green jungle, quaint villages, haunting volcanic rock formations and misty mountains.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

On Sardinia’s northernmost tip is a small port town, with pristine beaches, stunning natural scenery and lively nightlife.

From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

Hike through forested areas, relax on sandy beaches, venture into old towns and visit an important religious shrine in this diverse and picturesque region.

Visit this dream-like island, home to green jungle, quaint villages, haunting volcanic rock formations and misty mountains.

When you’re ready for that much needed break, few destinations can beat the sun, sea and sand of Tenerife. The largest and probably most popular of all the Canary Islands in Spain, Tenerife is an ideal location for tourists and travellers of all kinds, from watersport enthusiasts to partiers to those just looking for a little peace and quiet.

The east of Sardinia isn’t just a millionaire’s playground. Anyone who enjoys sun-drenched beauty will appreciate its pristine beaches and wild hinterland.

Serious skiers come from near and far for the challenging pistes and stay for the crackling vacation atmosphere of this Tyrolean resort. 

Go to the highest railway station in Europe, visit an ice palace and view a colossal glacier when you take a picturesque train ride to this mountain pass.

Stroll along the volcanic sand of a black beach, climb to the top of the cliffs and enjoy views of stacks and arches on Iceland’s southern coast.

Surf, scuba dive or simply chill out at a pretty beach surrounded by eucalyptus trees and green mountains.

A picturesque medieval town spills down rocky cliffs to spectacular bays and beaches at this seaside resort in southern Italy’s Calabria region.

Visit this dream-like island, home to green jungle, quaint villages, haunting volcanic rock formations and misty mountains.

Visit some of Sicily’s most intriguing historical sites, admire religious mosaics and enjoy lazy days on the beach at this coastal town in the north of the island.