India (Hindi: भारत Bhārat; see also other Indian languages), officially the Republic of India (Hindi: भारत गणराज्य Bhārat Gaṇarājya), is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh largest country by geographical area, the second most populous country and the most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the west, and the Bay of Bengal on the east, India has a coastline of 7,517 kilometers (4,671 mi). It borders Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north-east; and Bangladesh and Burma to the east. India is in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Indonesia in the Indian Ocean.

Home to the Indus Valley Civilization and a region of historic trade routes and vast empires, the Indian subcontinent was identified with its commercial and cultural wealth for much of its long history. Four major world religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism originated here, while Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam arrived in the first millennium CE and shaped the region’s diverse culture.

Cuba is a top holiday destination situated between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean. It lies 150 km south of Key West, Florida between the Cayman Islands and the Bahamas. The infamous island of Cuba is intricate and varied; it has colonial architecture, enticing salsa dancers, Che Guevara murals, swaying sugar cane fields, and the most magnificent white-powder sandy beaches.

Cuba is unique in that it is an island full of historical heritage as well as outstanding beauty. Vacations in Cuba can range from sipping Mojitos at an all-inclusive hotel in Varadero to mixing with locals in Santiago. As far as Cuba’s coastline is concerned it is quite diverse. The Eastern beaches are dotted with many swimmers, whereas there are also remote coves where one will hardly find company. The choice is yours!

Just south of Dubrovnik, the tiny Republic of Montenegro is a country of 13,000 sq km with long stretches of sandy and pebble coastline and stunning mountain scenery. Montenegro is a country of outstanding character, beauty and adventure. The mountains of Montenegro include some of the most rugged terrain on the planet. There is nowhere else that you can find, in such a small place, so much natural wealth, beauty, mild beaches, clear lakes, fast rivers and gorgeous mountains.

Montenegro is a lovely small country in the southern part of the Mediterranean, often referred to as the Hidden Pearl of the Mediterranean” as it has a 300km of coastline. After the Balkan wars Montenegro started slowly on an accelerating page to rebuild itself as the tourist destination it had been for decades. From its world recognized monuments to its astonishing national parks, from its national heroes to its national instruments, from pictures to Montenegro wallpapers.

The Istrian Riviera is characterized by miles of beautiful tree-lined coastline alongside the clear Adriatic Sea. The area is famous for its traditional Italian influenced cuisine and architectural Venetian buildings, churches and bell towers. The main towns of the Istrian Riviera are Porec, Rovinj and Pula, all of which still show the strong Roman influence on the region, with the 1st century amphitheatre at Pula, the basilica in Porec and the Venice of Istria in Rovinj.

The area is full of nightlife with a lively Mediterannean atmosphere and many sports facilities to accommodate any activity. With so much to do, the magnificent beaches and beautiful inland, Istria makes an unavoidable tourist destination.

Croatia is a famous tourist destination in the Adriatic Sea. It is one of the most wonderful European countries, having various sites, a 5385 km coastline and 1185 islands. Croatia is stunning with its crystal clear waters, its fantastic beaches, its mountains, its romantic castles and its charming villages. It has a Mediterranean climate with hot sun filed summers and mild winters, making Croatia the ideal place for summer holidays. However, Croatia is not only famous for its beaches; it is also well known for the phenomenal traditional cuisine and local wine.

Lying only 10 km. from the mainland, Elba is the largest island in the Tuscan Archipelago and having a surface area of 224 sq. km., it is the third Italian island in size. Elba has become an internationally famous tourist resort. Her climate is particularly mild. Her coastline, which winds for 147 km., is incredibly varied. The grandeur of the Mount Capanne group (1019 mt.) is magnificent. The average year long temperature is 15.7°C: January’s average is 9.3°C, while July’s is 24.3°C.

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Cyprus is a gorgeous modern country that basks in the Mediterranean sun all year round and combines European culture with ancient enchantment.

Within the borders of this island travellers will discover alluring sandy beaches, fragrant and luscious mountains, vineyards, ancient ruins, old stone villages, and modern cities. One of the most captivating aspects of this country is the magnificent coastline where white chalky cliffs stand out over the glistening deep blue sea; this is the Petra tou Romiou, the said spot where Aphrodite the love goddess emerged from the sea. From independent travellers to honeymooners, archaeology lovers to nature aficionados, all visitors find this island magical.

For many the Peloponnese is the real Greece and to them it is the heart and soul of the country; it has been said that it is as worthy a place to visit as ten islands combined. The Peloponnese is a land of wild untouched mountains, green valleys, beautiful monasteries, and a coastline with some of the most gorgeous and cleanest beaches in Greece. The Peloponnese, the island of the Pelops, has charming towns and villages but is also rich in history. For example; the ancient Olympic Games were held there, Paris stole Helen propelling the battle of Troy there, and the Peloponnese was the first part of Greece to be liberated from the Turks in 1821.

Rich with history, tradition, and culture, the beautiful island of Lesvos is an untouched paradise waiting to be explored. Guests will be in admiration of its natural beauty such as its flourishing green setting, its striking coastline, its rugged mountains, and its serene sunsets.

The island of Lesvos belongs to the islands of the Eastern Aegean Sea. It’s the 3rd largest island of Greece and has a history that goes back 3,000 years. It is renowned for its various species of flora and fauna and host to a marvellous petrified forest.

Mytilene is the capital city and is built amphitheatrically around a Byzantine Castle. The islands best known resort is Mithymna or Molyvos. The island is filled with friendly towns and villages such as Petra and Eresso with their beautiful sandy beaches, Kalloni which is famous for its sardines, and Plomari for its ouzo. There is something for everyone to do in Lesvos from sporting and adventure activities to culture and leisure activities.