The Algarve has the most hours of sunshine in the whole of Europe. In summer it is hot and dry and even in winter the temperatures remain pleasantly warm.
The Portuguese capital Lisbon is characterized by both Atlantic and Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry and in spring and autumn there are long periods of fine weather.
Off the east coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean lies the fourth largest island in the world - Madagascar. Not a country for beach vacationers, but for explorers of dry areas, mountains, tropical forests and rice fields.
The Greek island of Thassos in the North Aegean Sea is characterized by a temperate Mediterranean climate, which makes the hot summers bearable, as well as offering mild winter months.
Madrid, the capital of Spain, is located in the heart of the country. During the summer months it gets very hot, the best time to visit is autumn and spring.
In the Atlantic Ocean, about 750 west of the coast Morocco, lies the famous flower island of Madeira. The Portuguese island, with year-round pleasant temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees, is a popular destination for young and old.
Mauritius, the paradisiacal island state in the Indian Ocean, is in season all year round. The dry, warm and windless north of the island attracts visitors in summer and winter with many hours of sunshine and pleasant water temperatures.
Puglia, at the heel of the boot of Italy is a region that offers nature, history and tradition all year round. It consists of sandy beaches, rocky coasts, plains and hills with mild winters and very hot, dry summers.
