Want a paradisiacal island vacation without spending hours and hours on the plane? These European islands may make you want to pack up!
10. The island of Stromboli, Sicily
In northern Sicily, Stromboli is home to one of the most active volcanoes in Europe. What happiness, for hikers, to survey the sides of the volcano to reach the summit and its breathtaking view of the black sand beaches and the sea.
9. Zakynthos Island, Greece
In the heart of the Ionian Sea, the Greek island of Zakynthos is home to splendid beaches, some touristy in the south, others perfectly wild everywhere else. The island is also a landmark for divers from all over the world thanks to its underwater caves.
8. Island of Mljet, Croatia
Nicknamed the Green Island, Mljet Island can be reached in just a two-hour journey after a flight to Dubrovnik. We discover a true natural paradise with magnificent beaches bordered by a sea with turquoise reflections.
7. The island of Milos, in the Cyclades
In the extreme southwest of the Cyclades archipelago, the island of Milos reveals extraordinary volcanic landscapes. On the south coast, the beaches follow one another, sometimes of golden sand, sometimes of white pebbles, and always bordered by azure and translucent water.
6. The island of Jersey, between England and France
Who could have guessed that an Anglo-Norman island would shelter landscapes almost comparable to those of the Caribbean? Never crowded, the beaches of Jersey offer something to relax and swim after a day of trudging between villages and natural sites.
5. Fuerteventura, in the Canaries
Off the African coast, the island of Fuerteventura is one of the most beautiful islands in the Atlantic with its white sand beaches. A perfect place for water sports enthusiasts who can practice windsurfing, diving, surfing, etc.
4. The island of Capri, Italy
Known all over the world, the island of Capri is however not very big with its 3 kilometers wide and its 6 kilometers long. Out of season to avoid the tourist crowds, you will discover long Mediterranean beaches.
3. The island of Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands
The largest Balearic Island may well have the reputation of having been invaded by tourists, it is nonetheless a prime nature destination with its paradisiacal coves and pretty sandy beaches.
2. Tenerife, in the Canaries
Find a cheap plane ticket to Tenerife and head to the Spanish Caribbean. Incredibly varied, the island is home to listed historic sites, sumptuous natural sites and beautiful beaches to relax in between visits.
1. Madeira Island, Portugal
Elected on several occasions "most beautiful island in Europe", Madeira, nicknamed "the island of flowers", allows you to treat yourself to a good nature cure in the heart of the Atlantic. We love its kilometers of hiking trails, its lush gardens, its wild beaches… A change of scenery guaranteed!