Travel in Europe is still in vogue and the respective destinations enjoy numerous facets. They range from the mystical regions of Iceland to the idyllic islands of the Greek Cyclades. Spain, Portugal with the Azores, Italy and France are among the preferred countries.
On the Dutch side of the North Sea shore rests the counterpart to the East Frisian Islands. The West Frisian Islands score with wide sandy beaches, coastal panoramas with eye-catching lighthouses and a location on the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea. Whether Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland or Schiermonnikoog – the West Frisian Islands stand for a...
Cala Pi is one of the most beautiful coves in Mallorca – a natural harbour located at the mouth of a torrent on the south coast of the island, more precisely in the district of Llucmajor, not far from Sa Rapita and the famous Es Trenc beach, surrounded by pine trees from which it takes its name. It is a beautiful cove with crystal clear turquoise waters, which...
South of Rome and northwest of Naples in the Gulf of Gaeta lie six islands known as the Isole Ponziane or Pontine Islands. This archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea is named after the largest island, Ponza, which is a true paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Legend has it that the island was named after the Roman governor of Judea, Pontius Pilate, but historians have...
Lipari, an island of volcanic origin north of Sicily at the level of the “metatarsal” of the Italian boot tip, belongs together with six other islands to the Aeolian Islands, more precisely to the Aeolian archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea. With its capital of the same name, Lipari is the largest, most populous and most attractive island in the archipelago...
In the north of Spain, on the Bay of Biscay, lies the province of Cantabria (Spanish. Cantabria). The beautiful port city of Santander is the capital and is also considered the economic and cultural center of the province. Cantabria is also called España Verde – the green Spain – because the rainy area here is significantly greener than other parts of...
The island of Silba (Italian name: Selve) is located south of the island of Lošinj in northern Dalmatia. It has an area of only 15 km² and a length of eight kilometres and is part of the Zadar archipelago. On the car-free holiday island, 300 people live in the island’s capital of the same name. Original beaches with picturesque bays, tranquillity and attractive...
Many people still associate the Balearic island of Mallorca only with the Ballermann around the traditional “bucket drinking”. A bad mistake, because in the 17th state of Germany so much more is possible than just sangria and partying, although the Schinkenstraße is of course legendary for this. Whether alone on a party holiday or with the family looking...
Of course, it doesn’t always have to be Kavier, but in Monaco’s best company, the expensive is part of the good manners. However, if you go to Monte Carlo as a vacationer, you will by no means fall out of character there when you feast on a fish sandwich on a bench in the picturesque Japanese Garden. This principality is far less snobbish than most people...
Saranda, located on the Albanian Riviera in the south of the country, is one of Albania’s most popular tourist destinations. With its pristine Mediterranean beaches and charming old town, Saranda has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach or experience a new culture, Saranda is definitely worth adding to your travel list. The...
Greece is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. But very few people know the Greek volcanic island of Poros. Located in the Saronic Gulf, the 23 square kilometre island with its 4000 inhabitants is a real insider tip. Here, densely overgrown hills with pine and pine trees rise out of the deep blue water. Just a few kilometers...