Posts tagged mediterranean
Three Magical Winter Wonderlands in Crete

As Greece’s most autonomous and diverse island, Crete is an intriguing place to visit all year round. Its cities are very vibrant and buzzing full of life while its rural locations are effortlessly astonishing, as winter gives the landscapes an alluring Winterland charm. The Mediterranean winter climate is mild, and although it does get colder, there are many crisp sunny days for visitors to enjoy. Read on to find out what three destinations in Crete make a great escape in the winter months.

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72 hours in Nice

Nice often gets overlooked in the French Riviera, having to compete with the likes of Cannes and Monaco. This fun city has lots to offer and is strategically located - perfect for visiting other charming seaside towns such as Villefranche-sur-Mer. One key spot that must be visited is the picturesque Baie des Anges which is cuddled by the Promenade des Anglais.

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Postcards from Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is the sea-facing city located in the southern part of Croatia. Famed for its picturesque rooftops and contribution for hosting scenes for Game of Thrones, this little city has lots to offer. Yes, you will find an influx of visitors from those taking a shortstop on their cruise trip in the main city, simply time your stay carefully to avoid the crowds and have a hassle-free experience.

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Sitges - The Hotspot on Catalonia's Coast

Sitges is a world-known town merely 35 minutes away by train from the city of Barcelona. This seaside town is a utopia for those seeking more than just fun in the sun as it has a vast cultural agenda and a serene, slow Mediterranean way of life. Known for holiday goers from all parts of Europe, mainly from France, the UK, and Germany, this town is action-packed with many things to enjoy.

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Top Family Holiday Destinations in Greece

Travelling with the family is always an easy task. There are many things to consider and so many things to foresee. So, choosing a place that can guarantee your family’s peace of mind while on holiday is pretty much priceless. In the quest of finding destinations and hotels that are suited to hosting families, we searched a few places throughout Greece and reveal the top four, 1 mainland and 3 island destinations that perfectly fit the family holiday prerequisites, thus guaranteeing nothing short of bliss on your vacation.

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Postcards from Malta

Malta is ideally located just below the Italian island of Sicily, within close proximity to the north-east tip of Africa. The island has an abundance of World Heritage Sites, modest stilled beaches and a satisfying culture revolving around food. Some of our favourite times on the island included losing ourselves in timeworn backstreets in chronicled old cities and eating at some of the best restaurants the island has to offer. Through this experience, we mingled with the locals, tasted some goodies for ourselves, and has a genuine feel for the island's lifestyle.

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The Three Cities in Malta

The Three Cities is a unified narrative of the fortified cities of Vittoriosa (Birgu), Cospicua and Senglea (Isla). To get an idea of where the three cities are located in Malta, it is imperative to have a bird's eye view from the Upper Barrakka Gardens in the capital city Valletta. From there you can spot Birgu in an inverted 'U' shape, with Senglea on the exact opposite side in the shape of a lower-case 'L' and the 'U' shaped Copiscua just behind both cities. 

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Postcards from Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer is an enchanting seaside town in a busy part of the Côte d'Azur just east of Nice. The golden sandy beaches draw crowds and you can also find a selection of charming terrace cafés and restaurants. The Bay of Villefranche is simply breathtaking, noted as one of the five most beautiful bays in the world, you can see Cap of Nice on the right and Cap Ferrat on the left.

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72 hours in Palma de Mallorca

Mallorca has been an unbeatable holiday destination for decades due to its Mediterranean appeal, culinary traditions and historical attributes. The island has many corners of escapes that are tranquil and peaceful, while the main city Palma resembles an idealistic epicentre of the Mediterranean's envious way of life, with a rich cultural agenda. This 72 hours post is packed with insider tips on where to eat, drink and stay in Mallorca on a three-day break.

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72 hours in Agios Nikolaos, Crete

What we love best about Crete is its diversity, from big touristy resort areas to remote villages where you can experience a true Greek dreamscape. Agios Nikolaos is the perfect balance of the two, as we found the town to be sleepy and leisurely vibrant at the same time, with an arty element to the street art culture and art attack at the luxury sea front Minos Beach Art Hotel. What we indulged best was the surreal serenity that we had the privilege to experience, making it one of our best summer breaks yet. 

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5 Reasons To Go Sailing in Greece

We thought hard before deciding on whether to take a sailing vacation or follow the beaten path of selecting a single destination, and eventually trying to find attractions and activities in close proximity that would embellish our holiday experience. We were intrigued by Greece as a destination; it had been on our bucket-list for a while now, knowing about the numerous islands and islets, the vastness of its’ history and culture, and the hearty goodness of Mediterranean food and Greek hospitality. Our decisions were swift, with comfort and privacy at the top of the list. The typical sailing yacht option infers hard work, on the skipper’s part and small quarters, and so we eventually explored the alternatives and came across cruise liner options.

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