If you live in the UK, the Mediterranean is the perfect place to visit for a holiday in the sun. It’s just a short journey on a plane, and you have sunny weather, sandy beaches and blue seas to welcome you. Distance from home is something that 25% of people find important when choosing an island holiday, but there are many more reasons.
- Weather – 75% of people choose an island holiday because of the weather. Islands in the Mediterranean or Aegean seas offer reliable winter sunshine and are good places to visit in any season.
- Culture – Island life has its own culture. For example, you could visit Tenerife during carnival time for an array of colourful costumes, music and food that is a feast for the senses. 16% of people choose an island holiday to fit in with cultural events, so Tenerife could be an option for those that want to holiday closer to the UK.
- Music – If you like to party, then head for the sunny island of Ibiza where you can enjoy the some of the most renowned nightlife in the Mediterranean. Famous nightclubs include Pacha, Amnesia and Playa d’en Bossa, where you can dance through the night with some tops DJs. 12% of people like to watch their favourite artists perform while on an island getaway, and 18% travel because of the music. If Ibiza isn’t your cup of tea, then Bora Bora have the Bora Bora Music Festival, offering a beautiful and colourful display you’re sure never to forget. Unsure of when to visit Bora Bora, find island holiday ideas for all seasons by using Opodo.co.uk.
- Relaxing – There’s nothing better than sunning yourself on a beach, and island holidaymakers spend around 3 hours sunbathing. Reading is another popular activity to relax, and tourists will read between 2 and 4 books on average.
If you are thinking about where to go for your next holiday, an island getaway is hard to beat.