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Switzerland is a great all year round holiday destination. Whether you’re in search of a winter skiing holiday, a summer sightseeing vacation or a city break, you will have an enjoyable time in Switzerland.

This European country is brimming with beautiful ski slopes and stunning scenery, and boasts pretty alpine villages and fascinating cities, as well as a wealth of culture and history and a whole lot more (not forgetting, of course, the delicious chocolates and cheese!).

If crystal clear water and white sand whets your appetite, then Gulf Shores, Alabama is the perfect destination for you. Gulf Shores has a mixture of exciting activities for a memorable family experience or a relaxing vacation for two. Most of Gulf Shores’ attraction to tourists is the fact that it sets upon a vast stretch of white sandy beaches. It is very easy to relax on the quartz lined beaches during the entire stay of your vacation. However, there are many exciting opportunities to take part in.

If you are in search of a peaceful getaway without any crowds, then Fort Morgan is the perfect destination for you. Located on the shores of the Gulf Coast in Alabama, Fort Morgan has all of the beauty of the local Gulf Coast areas, without the populated crowds. Whether you are seeking a place to lie in the sun and sand, or you have an urge for outdoor adventures, Fort Morgan will always provide the activities to meet your expectations.

Located along Florida’s coastline is one of the best kept secrets of the area. Anna Maria Island has beautiful emerald waters, long stretches of coastline and a booming business district. Anna Maria Island is now known as a favourite destination for locals, as well as national and international travellers. Honeymooners have found refuge at Anna Maria due to its soothing waters and abundant sunshine. Hollywood film crews have also discovered the beauty of the area.

Acores
A Portuguese settlement of nine volcanic islands situated in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean just 500km from the European Coast.

The islands are named, Santa Maria, Sao Miguel, Terceira, Graiosa, Sao Jorge, Pico, Faial, Flores and Corvo.

The cheapest way to fly to Acores is using the local airline, Sata Azores, which fly’s from many major European cities and the Americas.

As the islands are made up of volcanic eruptions, the terrain is steep and rugged, so only think about cycling round the islands if you are in extremely good shape!

Crete is a popular island for those looking for a vibrant nightlife, with an abundance of tavernas, dance clubs, nightclubs and music venues. Whether you’re looking for brash Brit bars or more traditional evenings of Creten dancing and music, you will be catered for.

However, Crete is not just about dancing the night away. There is so much to explore on this amazing island, which is the largest of the Greek islands. It is rich in history and archaeological sites, it has a fantastic coastline and boasts some gorgeous sandy beaches.

Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese Islands, has been inhabited since the Stone Age. It has been named the sun island or island of light, has a subtropical climate and over 3,000 hours of sun each year, so there’s a good excuse to get a tan during your holiday. Not surprisingly, there are some fantastic beaches at Lalyssos, Afandou and Lindos. Rhodes also has many monuments and archaeological sites to look at. Be sure to check out the famous Acropolis of Lindos, from which there are some amazing views. You can either walk or take a taxi (which is a donkey!) to the historic Acropolis.

Portugal gets approximately 220 days of sunshine every year, making it one of the sunniest places to visit in Europe and a great destination to sample the delights of the beautiful beaches and the bustling cities! So wherever you decide to stay in Portugal - in an amazing beach side villa, a city apartment, or a rambling traditional Portuguese farm house - you will love this country!

Fly to Portugal from the UK with the majority of the major airlines, including no frills airlines such as Air Lingus and Easy Jet.