Mediterranean: our 5 most beautiful destinations

It’s finally the holidays! It’s time to cast off… destination sun! If you dream of heavenly beaches and coconut palms but your wallet doesn’t allow it, don’t worry, the Mediterranean Sea has enough to rival the Seychelles or Tahiti. We’ll take stock with you of the 5 destinations where you can sunbathe peacefully without spending 12 hours on a plane, whether you’re on a catamaran or a sailboat!

Corsica

Boasting impressive flora and fauna, the island we call the Isle of Beauty is the star of the summer every year. Its diversity in terms of landscapes, the sea but also its mountain relief pleases the tourist. Indeed, you have something to enjoy with more than 1000 km of coastline, and just as many choices in terms of hiking or water sports possibilities. If you are in love with the seabed, Corsica is also a place for you. Put on your snorkel and mask and set off to discover the most beautiful seabed that the Mediterranean has to offer. For those wishing to live the Corsican dream aboard a sailboat, it is possible to rent one from Set Sail and depart from one of the starting points.

Marseille

For our second destination, head to the Phocaean city. Marseille is an ideal city for boat lovers with its pleasure center with 24 ports, the first pleasure center in France. From one of its poles, it is therefore possible by boat to take the direction of the Calanques, and discover them directly by sea and thus avoid the influence of tourists that there may be at this point. period. We particularly recommend the coves of Marseilleveyre, Sormiou, Morgiou, or those of Port-Pin and En-Vau. All you have to do is enjoy the transparent and turquoise waters for swimming or diving, but also go hiking and admire a sublime landscape and breathtaking views.

The islands of Hyères

They are also called the Golden Islands and are made up of the Island of Porquerolles, the Island of Port-Cros, Bagaud and the Island of Levant. This tiny archipelago is a vast body of water constituting a perfect place for lovers of short stops. The best known is the island of Porquerolles but it is also the largest and a real hamlet of culture. If you wish to go there by sailboat we advise you to make a stop near Courtade Bay, which is relatively easy to access. Courtade beach is renowned as one of the most beautiful in France.

The Bay of La Ciotat, the most beautiful in the Mediterranean

Since 2019, it has been considered the most beautiful bay in the world. The Bay of La Ciotat, in Bouches-Du-Rhône, is a historic landmark for all lovers of small coves and quiet beaches sheltered from tourists. Sit back, close your eyes, and let the sound of the crickets lull you.

Sicily

If we had to describe Sicily, we would say that it is a land of multiple civilizations. In just one visit you can experience five civilizations. To be convinced of this, for example, take a trip to the Valley of the Temples, famous for its ancient Greek monuments, or admire the Byzantine mosaics of the Monreale Cathedral in Palermo. For lovers of gastronomy you will have something to delight your palate!