The Mediterranean Top Ten

(Author: Michael Johnson | Article Views: 17 | Word Count: 611 | Published: Oct 25th 2008)

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If you like history you will love Malta...on the island you will find remnants of the earliest civilizations. Many make this a vacation destination in order to see the Neolithic Temples. These magnificent structures are a true achievement unparalleled. The gravity of the magnificence can only be appreciated after the realization that the 20 ton blocks used to create the temples had to be moved around the rocky landscape of the island.

Wherever you go you will find something wonderful to see. The ruggedly beautiful coastline of Malta offers some fantastic views. This republic is definitely one of culture and history but with the incredible beaches and secluded coves it can be a romantic setting for a honeymoon or a great place to simply get away from it all.

The tropical climate can get hot during the summer season and leave the area looking a little dry. But from about November through the middle of May the island is at her best and Malta holidays are best too. In late spring blooming flowers are everywhere. The nightlife adds to the enticement of this tourist resort.

With all it has to offer it is not surprising that Malta was listed as one of the top ten islands in the Mediterranean. A flight to Malta from her main target area of the UK is just over three hours.

Other islands that made the top ten list include: Cyprus, Corfu, and Crete (top three favorites), followed by Santorini, Mykonos, Ibiza, Sicily, Majorca and Capri.

Although it is not within the scope of this article to detail the intricacies of each of those islands it is possible to give a brief mention of each. Beginning with Cyprus, which is the third largest Mediterranean island and it is a very popular tourist destination. This island attracts over 2.4 million tourists a year.

If you are seeking a greener island then Corfu is for you. This island is located just off the West coast of Greece. Its mild climate and excellent beaches make it the perfect vacation destination. The main cultivation here is olive trees but tourism provides the main income.

Crete seems to be the island with everything. This is the southernmost island in Europe and it has mountain villages, long sandy beaches, rugged and rocky bays, along with an amazing nightlife. The wildlife here is just as varied. Crete is definitely the island of variety!

Santorini is another fantastic tourist spot. This area is basically what remains after an enormous volcanic explosion. Originally this was a single island formation. The explosion resulted in the formation or creation of the caldera, which is formed by the collapse of the land following a volcanic eruption.

Mykonos is probably the most famous of the Greek islands. Here you will enjoy a picturesque fishing village along with whitewashed block shaped buildings.

The island of Ibiza is best known for its club parties. However, there is an effort to promote more family-friendly oriented tourism and entertainment.

Sicily is a great and vast multicultural destination. It is a world all its own. Majorca is a favorite spring-break destination. And last but certainly not least, Capri has been a resort since the time of the Roman Republic. The harbors and villas of this island create a wonderful panoramic promenade.

As you can see, each of the ten islands provides something unique and wonderful for us to discover. Depending what you enjoy you are certain to find an island, perhaps somewhere like Malta, that seems to call out to you. Choose your destination and enjoy the wonders of the Mediterranean.

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More Malta holidays information can be found with on-line travel guide yourmalta.com and includes a five day Malta weather forecast and the Rome weather too.

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