Southern Europe

Italy has long been popular with travellers, with Pompeii and Florence essential stops on the Grand Tours of the 18th Century. It’s as popular today with a blend of culture both ancient and modern. Sample the food and wine and explore the countryside whether walking or biking. There are also water sports and winter sports in abundance. Wonder at Monte Bianco, the tallest peak in Western Europe.

Explore the sixty inhabited islands and soak up the history and culture from thousands of years of rule from the Romans to the Byzantines. Discover castles, palaces and monasteries. Home to Mount Olympus and The Acropolis and beaches, lakes and gorges. Try hiking, diving and an abundance of water sports.

Cyprus is the birthplace of Aphrodite and is a Mediterranean getaway with mountains, monasteries, oceans, beaches, and lakes. Explore the culture of the island, soak up the history and indulge in some exciting adventures, sports and activities.

Croatia has one of the most incredible coastlines in Europe, nearly 2,000km long with plenty of islands and quaint villages waiting to be discovered. Discover museums, historical remains, palaces and castles. The country has an abundance of adventure activities including watersports and walking and hiking through the mountains, wetlands and lakes, all surrounded by stunning nature.

Bosnia & Herzegovina is a country where half its landmass is forested and has the alluring Plitvice Lakes National Park and the Darian Alps might. Explore the ancient culture and architecture including Sarajevo. Try water rafting, trekking and mountain biking.

Andorra is a little country in size but big on adventures and activities with the Pyrenees and so many other mountains. Experience canyoning, a hot air balloon flight, go climbing and trekking and mountain biking and fishing.

Albania is a very versatile and interesting travel destination filled with mountainous scenery and traditional Ottoman cities filled with cultural sites such as castles and churches. Adventure seekers can go trekking and try water sports amongst the wildlife and nature.