From relaxing in a crystal lagoon to hiking for days through thick forests and along rolling green hilltops, a Corsica honeymoon has something for everyone.
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The island's remarkable landscapes, picturesque towns, intriguing cities and stunning coastline ensure that the list of romantic locations in Corsica is seemingly endless.
Ruled by the Republic of Genoa for several centuries, Corsica has been heavily influenced by Italy and remains patriotic in maintaining its unique cultural traditions. Combined with its natural beauty and superb cuisine, it's for this reason that it has become such an alluring destination for travelers.
Sardinia vs Corsica as a beach holiday destinationSardinia, almost 3 times the size of Corsica, has a longer coastline (over 1000km!) and therefore a longer stretch of beautiful beaches to choose from - however, Corsica's turquoise waters and unspoiled sandy beaches are the equal of Sardinia's for beauty.
The Mediterranean island is nicknamed the 'Island of beauty' but there are no big urban centers for jobs and transport links to the mainland make it a more expensive choice. That's why Corsica is only home to just under 300 people from English-speaking countries in total.”
Porto-Vecchio is the nightlife magnet of the Corsican south. Celebrity appearances aren't uncommon, and world-renowned DJs are invited to host parties — especially during the high season.
The best period for visiting Corsica is between May and September. The weather is sunny and warm and the water is pleasant until September. If you are going walking, you will appreciate the months of May, June and September: it's not too hot and the island is less crowded.
Porto-Vecchio NightlifeBars usually open until 2am, clubs until 5am. The Via Notte, Europe's largest outdoor night club, is the hottest and most sophisticated place to party in Corsica.
This mountainous Mediterranean island is today one of the 13 regions of Metropolitan France, though its culture is more Italian than French, and its sense of otherness is strong. Guy Hibbert learns about its past and discovers that there is much more to do here than sit on a beach.
Ferry routes from Italy to CorsicaGenoa to Bastia ferry distance is about 110 nautical miles and it is preferable for passengers who want to travel from northern Italy to Corsica. Livorno to Bastia ferry distance is 66 nautical miles with a ferry duration of about 4 hours.