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Piran, Slovenia
Piran is located in Slovenia, on the Slovenian coast, on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. This picturesque peninsula with an area of 45 km2 is one of the 10 most beautiful villages in the Adriatic. A typical Mediterranean village, the city's small winding streets are lined with colourful houses. The architecture reveals a strong Venetian influence and retains its medieval urban character. You can also enjoy the beach (made of concrete, as there is no sandy beach) and swim, but don't forget to go to the Piran tower where you will enjoy a breathtaking view, shown on all the postcards in the city.
An ideal place to relax and rest, without tourists!
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Portofino, Italy
"A small village that stretches like a half moon around a silent basin." It is with these words that Guy de Maupassant describes Portofino, a small fishing village on the Mediterranean Riviera, surrounded by the Regional Natural Park and the marine reserve.
With its atmosphere and maritime traditions of yesteryear, this coastal city is magnificent and attracts many artists. The "piazzetta" is the symbol of Portofino, while the small port with its typical brightly coloured houses is a testimony to the great maritime tradition of this small village, whose inhabitants were nicknamed "dolphins" by the Greeks and Romans for their sailing skills.
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Hvar, Croatia
The island of Hvar in Croatia is the queen among the Dalmatian islands, known since ancient times for its strategic and nautical position, but also for its rich historical period, its cultural and natural monuments and its literature.
Considered one of the 10 most beautiful islands in the world, its rich Mediterranean nature, traditions and nightlife have a lot to do with it. Hvar has a rich historical and cultural heritage, dating back to the prehistoric period, but also magnificent beaches with crystal clear water.
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Burano, Italy
Burano is an island in the north of the Venice lagoon in Italy. This small multicoloured paradise is considered a miniature Venice, with its canals and bridges. But it also shelters fishermen on one side and lace-makers on the other. Its lace in the air - called Venice stitches - is a tradition preserved by the opening of a lace school in 1872.
"A small, terribly overcrowded island where women make wonderful lace and men make bambini" Ernest Hemingway.
Burano Island owes its worldwide reputation to its lace.
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Mellieha, Malta
Mellieha is perched on the hills of Mellieha, northwest of Malta. Its high maritime position - it is surrounded on three sides by the Mediterranean Sea - gives it a magnificent view. Located about 150 m above sea level, it overlooks the magnificent - but touristic - sandy beach of Mellieha Bay, described as Malibu Beach in Malta by the Routard Guide.
Popeye Village, also known as Sweethaven Village, is a group of rustic and dilapidated wooden buildings located in Anchor Bay, in the northwest corner of the island of Malta, 3 km from the village of Mellieha. It was built to set the scene for the American film Popeye, a musical film inspired by the Comic Strip Popeye series, released in 1980, produced by Paramout and Walt Disney with guest star Robin Williams. Today, it is open to the public as an open-air museum and family entertainment complex.
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Ploumanac'h, France
Ploumanac'h is a seaside resort in the Côtes-d'Armor, famous for its pink granite rocks. These huge stones sculpted by the sea and the wind offer an almost unreal view. They are located between the beaches of Trestraou and Saint-Guirec and are known throughout the world. 300 million years old, they cover more than 25 hectares and are classified as national heritage and property of the Conservatoire du littoral. Very touristy, the site welcomes more than one million visitors each year.
Ploumanac'h is an old fishermen's hamlet and has become a major tourist attraction, linked to the city of Perros-Guirec. Opened in 1907, the customs path is the ideal route to discover the tip of Ploumanac'h and its impressive blocks sculpted by nature.
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Cap Ferret, France
Cap Ferret is a French cape forming a barrier beach at the southern end of the Lège-Cap-Ferret peninsula in Gironde. It separates the Atlantic Ocean and the Arcachon Basin. Famous for its lighthouse, it is located in the heart of the Landes de Gascogne and the Pays de Buch.
Its original geographical location allows you to enjoy the landscapes of the Arcachon basin, and the other the waves and the vastness of the Silver Coast.
Today, Cap Ferret is a famous resort on the Côte d'Argent that attracts many personalities.
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Tenby, Wales
Tenby is probably the most emblematic seaside town in Wales, competing with places like Mevagissey and Polperro for its originality and charm. Located on a rocky promontory, this small medieval town harmoniously combines all the charms of a seaside resort. The centre of Tenby is a labyrinth of small, narrow streets. The roads are pedestrian during the day in summer, which allows you to enjoy the terraces of cafés and restaurants.
It has also received a Silver award, from the British Travel awards, as the best seaside resort in the United Kingdom.
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Sveti Stefan
Sveti Stefan is a village in southern Montenegro, in the municipality of Budva. In 1980, there were only three houses, while today, this former fishing village has become a hotel complex. However, there is still its tower, narrow streets, shops and small church.
Stevi Stefan is an unusual and unique place not only in Montenegro or on the Budva Riviera, but throughout the Mediterranean. It is located on the cliff of a rocky island with roofs as red as rubies.
