Travel News

30 Stunning Mediterranean Islands to Visit Once in Your Lifetime

30 Stunning Mediterranean Islands to Visit Once in Your Lifetime

Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks!

When it comes to the best Mediterranean Islands to visit, you have so many fantastic choices! From massive behemoths like Sicily and Corsica to tiny pristine getaways like Vis and Menorca, I truly believe that there is a perfect Mediterranean island for every kind of traveler.

I’ve been traveling extensively in Europe for two decades, I live in Europe today, and I make sure to visit at least a few new Mediterranean Islands each year. (Coming up this year? The Elafiti Islands of Croatia, which I’ve somehow missed in my many Croatia trips!)

Still, I haven’t been everywhere — so I’ve enlisted several of my blogger friends to share their favorite islands in the Mediterranean. From the Balearic Islands of Spain to the 12 Islands of Fethiye, Turkey, this list will show you just how diverse and eclectic the Mediterranean can be. Spend your time exploring the islands’ rich history, or kick back with beach-hopping and water sports.

Note that for this guide, I’ve included entries from the many seas that make up the Mediterranean, including the Adriatic Sea, Aegean Sea, Ionian Sea, and so on and so forth. If it’s east of the Strait of Gibraltar, it counts as Mediterranean!

Is there such a thing as the best Mediterranean island? Depending on the day, I’ll either answer Korčula or Sicily. Maybe Salina in the Aeolian Islands, or Vis. Those islands punch well above their weight, as you’ll see below.

So pack your sarong and shades, fill your wine glass, and throw an extra dollop of olive oil on whatever you’re eating. You’re in the Mediterranean, baby! Here are the best Mediterranean islands.

Santorini

Submitted by David & Intan Of The World Travel Guy

The island of Santorini is far from the biggest island in Greece or the Mediterranean, but in spite of its small size, it’s known far and wide for its beautiful caldera views and fancy luxury hotels. It really is a quintessential Greek island (and hugely popular tourist destination).

The main tourist areas in Santorini are the white cliffside village of Oia and the main town of Fira, followed by Imerovigli, Kamari, and Perissa. There are plenty of nice hotels and places to stay in all of these areas, or you can just visit them on day trips from other areas of the island. They’re all worth a visit if you have time.

In any case, strolling…

Click Here to Read the Full Original Article at Adventurous Kate…