From large to small, north to south, thousands of islands scatter the coasts of European countries giving rise to ports and shores to explore. Witness the Aurora Borealis from the cliffs of the Svalbard Islands and embrace the raw landscape and bracing climate of the North and Baltic Seas. Watch whales and dolphins from the Azores. Discover the magnificent backcountry and cultural heritage the Balearic Islands offer. Stand among the white walls and blue domes of the villages at Santorini and imagine the legendary city of Atlantis preserved beneath the waves. Explore the natural and cultural intricacies along with stellar coastal scenery hiding on European islands.
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Spain’s top scenic travel routes
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Three must-see stops by train in Finland
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Germany’s best scenic routes
Read more about: Germany’s best scenic routesLeadTrains, trails and waterway escapes. -
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The best of Estonia in bloom
Read more about: The best of Estonia in bloomLeadWhere to go for springtime flowers and fun. -
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Cyprus in springtime
Read more about: Cyprus in springtimeLeadFind tranquility and peace in nature, -
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Choose Cyprus: Platres or Nicosia?
Read more about: Choose Cyprus: Platres or Nicosia?LeadCalming nature and warm urban welcome. -
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Europe: enduring cultural roots
Read more about: Europe: enduring cultural rootsLeadLent and Easter, a shared common heritage. -
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Ireland’s magical spring
Read more about: Ireland’s magical springLeadExplore the island in blossom. -
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Portugal, bursting with blooms
Read more about: Portugal, bursting with bloomsLeadCelebrate spring at Madeira’s Flower Festival.