1. Crete Island, Greece
Greece is one of the best places to travel in summer. There are so many outstanding Greek islands on Mediterranean Sea. Some of the most popular are Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Milos and Kerkira.
Crete, the largest Greek island, is one of the most-visited vacation places in the world. Chania is a great place to stay and enjoy your vacation in Crete. Elafonissi Beach, Balos and Sfakia in Chania are some of the must-see places. The emerald-crystal water in Elafonissi beach and Balos reminds you of exotic Caribbean landscapes. In addition, if you like trekking, then you have to explore Samaria Gorge.
Cretan cuisine is a journey of flavors. There are so many delicious ingredients in Cretan foods that you would never expect to taste. Walk in the Old Harbor of Chania and have a dinner in the excellent restaurant, Palazzo Almare, which is as well-known for its position as it is for its food.
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2. Island of Corsica, France
Travel to Corsica and explore the extraordinary natural beauties of the island. Built in forests and close to national parks, traditional Corsican villages are time-forgotten and away from the crowds.
Visit villages of la Balagne and enjoy spectacular view above the mountains and sea.
Explore the spectacular glacier-moulded gorges of Restonica and Tavignano that are located in the Corte area. Outdoor adventurers love this place, because they can explore magnificent rivers, rock pools as well as sharply sculptured slopes from forests. Another must-see site is Les Calanches de Piana in the North-West of the island. It is a scenic place of red cliffs plunging into the sea.
A must-visit restaurant is L’Auberge de la Restonica that is surrounded by nature and provides great food made with local products in the beautiful valley of Restonica. Finally, Corsica is the perfect place for wine lovers, as the Corsican wine is considered one of the best wines in the world.
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3. Amalfi Coast, Italy
Discover the 48-kilometer long Amalfi Coast, one of the most popular summer destinations in Italy, where there are colorful scenic houses plunging into mountains. Enjoy the spectacular view above Tyrrhenian Sea from the top of Amalfi town.
Road trip is a perfect way to discover the Amalfi Coast. The town of Amalfi is the favorite stopping point for travelers, who want to spend some days exploring the city. So, if you will decide to rent a car, then drive from east side to west side of coastline and drive on the inside lane of the street in order to have better view during the travel.
In the end of western side of the Amalfi Coast, you will find the colorful city of Positano with pastel-colored houses tumbling down the steep hillside to the beach. The 13th-century church of Santa Maria Assunta, with its dome of tiles and Byzantine icon of a black Madonna, is worth a visit.
Another popular thing to do in Positano is the boat cruise to Capri. In addition, close to the east side of Positano, the gorge of Vallone di Furore is a perfect place for outdoor lovers. Finally, explore the magnificent trail of Sentiero degli Dei, Footpath of the Gods, on the western end from Positano.
Explore the flavors of Italian cuisine. Eat traditional Italian foods that you would never expect to taste. A must-visit place to eat is the Eolo restaurant, which is one of the best restaurants in the Amalfi Coast with excellent quality of food. Eat Italian foods made with delicious cooking ingredients.
A great place to stay in the Amalfi Coast is the Villa Sirenusa with its infinity-private pool, and the Mediterranean Sea sparkling away in front of your eyes. There are plenty of outdoor spaces, where you can relax and enjoy that amazing view.
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4. Canary Islands, Spain
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Canary Islands are close to the African coast of Morocco. The most well-known Canary Islands are Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.
Tenerife, the largest island of the Canary Islands, is a famous summer holiday destination. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, Tenerife has beautiful beaches and extraordinary natural scenieres, such as the Teide National Park, the Los Gigantes Cliffs, the Loro Parque Zoo and a dormant volcano.
One of the best places to stay is the Royal Hideway Corales Beach, which is an outstanding resort in the village of La Caleta, on the Costa Adeje, in the southwest area of Tenerife. It’s a convenient place to stay and relax as well as enjoy the spectacular ocean view.
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Another great cheap summer destination is Fuerteventura, which is the second largest island and it is a perfect choice for watersport-activities lovers. Moreover, there are many other outdoor activities, such as trekking in the mountains, volcanoes and natural parks like the Corralejo Natural Park. A good idea is to take a boat trip with a catamaran and explore all the magnificent sides of Fuerteventura.
Don’t forget to try Spanish dishes made with local ingredients. Must-eat foods are Papas Arrugadas (wrinkly potatoes) with dips and Queso Fuerteventura, which is the local goat cheese.
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5. Malta
Surrounded by the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is one of the most-visited destinations during the summer period. Valletta, the capital of Malta, was built in a strategic spot that was ideal for the city’s defence. The history of Malta is related with the legendary Knights of Malta, who are well-known for their fights against the Turks and because of the Crusades.
Valletta has two popular harbors, the Grand Harbor and Marsamxett Harbor. The main district area of this small town is close to the Saint John's Co-Cathedral that dated back to 16th century and it is a must-see sight because of its lavish interior and gilded décor. Another must-visit sightseeing place is the Grand Master's Palace, which is related with the history of the Knights of Malta.
Must-visit places in Malta are the Gozo Island and the Comino Island.
The Gozo Island and the Comino Island have rich cultural history. Both of them are the perfect places to spend some days away from the crowds and explore their magnificent beaches.
Try Maltese dishes made with local ingredients in excellent restaurants. Some of the most popular places to eat are the Malata restaurant, the Palazzo Preca restaurant and the Fumia restaurant.
Valletta is an UNESCO-protected small city with great lively atmosphere and excellent hotels to stay.
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