Photo: iStockĬyprus: This island country can't quite compete with the riches of Sicily, but it does have some treasures of its own. Agia Varvara or Marathia in the south and Agios Stefanos Gyrou in the north-west have more protected or gently shelving beaches than the exposed west coast. Photo: iStockĬorfu, Greece: Some great beaches, and plenty to hold children's interest for a week (or two), with attractions ranging from a water-park to horse riding. Ikies Traditional Houses in Oia or Voreina Gallery Suites in lofty Pyrgos are best for lovers. Firostefani and Oia are the classiest bases. At dusk, especially between Oia and Thirasia, excursion schooners in full sail glide across the improbably cobalt-blue waters of the caldera, under a frequently orange-streaked sky. Views west from its caldera rim, whether at sunrise or sunset, reliably mesmerise younger couples from around the globe. Santorini, Greece: The Cycladic island of Santorini is romantic almost to the point of cliche. Platja de Muro, on the north-east coast, has a long stretch of golden sand with Blue Flag status, and shallow water where small children can paddle safely. Majorca, Spain: With dozens of child-friendly beaches, plenty of activities both in and out of the water for kids of all ages - plus parents and grandparents - and resorts of all shapes and sizes, Majorca is unbeatable for a family holiday. The hotels match up too, most with their own private strands not to mention fairways and helicopter pads - but prices can be eye-watering. There was only one small coastal strip that interested Prince Karim, however: the Costa Smeralda, which today has all the essential ingredients of a luxury enclave: fabulous beaches that eschew the regimented and overdeveloped in favour of the natural style a romantic backdrop of granite peaks bars and boutiques where the top brands are flaunted, and yachts aplenty. Sardinia, Italy: Sardinia has been drawing the wealthiest clients since the Aga Khan stumbled on the island 50 years ago. Sardinia, Italy: It has been drawing the wealthiest clients since the Aga Khan stumbled on the island 50 years ago.
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