Balearic Islands

A vacation in the Balearics could start in Mahon, the capital of Menorca and the largest natural harbour in the Mediterranean. Spend a day or two exploring this quiet island before heading off to Mallorca with it’s many bays and hidden coves, which are inaccessible except by boat, and the delightful city of Palma. Ibiza has gained a reputation as being a party island but away from the main towns, it has been largely untouched and unless you want to party, there is plenty of exploring to be done.

The Riviera

The Côte d’Azur has plenty to offer in relatively short hops. From the tranquil Porquerolles Islands nature reserve to bustling St Tropez. Close by is Port Grimaud, built in the Sixties but with all the style and appeal of an Edwardian town. Further up the coast are Cannes, Antibes and Monaco, each with it’s own unique character and attributes.

Sardinia and Corsica

Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, and Sardinia offer a different kind of cruise, with their more rugged and unspoilt coastlines and sense of independence making them feel part of another century. Corsica has been mainly untouched by developers and the towns of Calvi, Ajaccio and Bonifacio all maintain their original charm. Sardinia has the sophisticated Costa Smeralda for those needing a dose of the high life but elsewhere offers quiet inlets and offshore islets to explore.