With a coastline that stretches for 159km along the south of Spain, the Costa del Sol spoils you with wonderful beaches. The region abounds with things to do but once you’ve got your fill of food, history and c...
Secluded sandy coves, lively seaside resorts and picturesque seascapes, Southern Italy is overflowing with first-class beaches. Picking our favourites from a never-ending list was no easy task - but we've just ...
Paphos has the longest coastline of any region in Cyprus, making room for a wealth of glorious beaches. It's the perfect place to stay for beach lovers. The wildest, most remote stretches hug the Akamas Pe...
Puglia, the heel on the ‘boot’ of Italy, is really spoilt for choice for the coastline. This spit of land is larger than most people first imagine, and actually has the longest stretch of coastline of any desti...
The South of France is popular for a reason – it’s one of the most luxurious destinations out there! From the star-studded glam of Cannes and St Tropez to the luscious landscape of the rural interior, visitors ...
There’s more to Menorca than its historic twin cities and mysterious Neolithic monuments: its 200km-long coastline boasts some of the finest beaches in the Mediterranean. Making it the ideal place to stay for s...
While Dubrovnik is famed for its walled old town and medieval fortifications, beyond the city lies a dramatic coastline that’s just as alluring. It’s less about sandy stretches here, instead, expect to find bea...
Playing home to 133 miles of coastline, Costa Brava, dubbed ‘the Wild Coast’ has myriad places to lay your beach towel. Largely rugged, unspoilt, and bordered by the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll find everythi...
Lisbon has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting city breaks, with its effortless beauty, rich culture, gastronomy and scenic miradouros (viewpoints). While the Portuguese capital is famed for its azulejo-ti...
There’s no region that does summer quite like Europe. From sun-soaked days wandering aimlessly around charming streets, to dining al fresco in the evening while watching the sunset. There’s something effortless...
The stretch of Turkey’s famed Turquoise Coast which surrounds Kalkan is known for its crystal-clear waters and dramatic mountains, scattered with ancient tombs. Yet, hidden within deep gorges and fringing Lycia...
Blanketed in olive groves and vineyards, and boasting some of Croatia’s most captivating hilltop towns, it’s easy for inland Istria to dominate holiday itineraries. The rugged Istrian coast is peppered with cha...
It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned surfer or you’re just starting out; Portugal is one of the most surfer-friendly countries out there. Portugal's expansive coastline, 1,793 kilometres (1,114 miles) i...
We don't usually associate Britain's south-east shores with beautiful beaches – but if you know where to look, you'll find some unrivalled marvels. Londoners needn't trek the Earth for brilliant sands; the capi...
Turkey has many allures, but it is no secret that the hundreds of beaches that cover its 7000-kilometre coastline is one of the biggest ones. Some of the most beautiful Turkish landscapes can be spotted along i...
Thailand, aptly nicknamed the Land of Smiles, has topped the bucket lists of many a traveller for decades. Famous for its epic cuisine, intriguing cultural heritage and beautiful scenery, it’s not hard to see w...
Sardinia might not be the first place you'd instinctively look to for tropical-esque beaches in Europe, but once there, you'll find white sandy beaches and emerald coloured waves, all of which are only a mere f...
Salty hair, a sun-kissed nose and tan lines that stick for months on end, there's nothing better than beach life. And if there's anywhere that has a knack for beaches, it's Bali. Bali is blessed with sandy adve...
From looming volcanoes and tropical beaches, rugged cliff tops and dynamic patty fields to Bali's exciting nightlife, however you choose to spend your time in Bali, you're guaranteed to have one of the world's ...
The Algarve is a classic family holiday destination, and for good reason. Thousands flock here every summer for the reliable weather, golf, cuisine, resorts, and above all, that glorious coastline. If you find ...