When you think of dreamy island escapes, you picture swaying palms on white-sand beaches, turquoise waters… hammocks and umbrella drinks, right?
Basically, you think of the Caribbean cliché.
But European islands offer all the same elements, with, in my opinion, much more charm. They also offer hundreds, even thousands, of years of history, picturesque villages, cobbled streets, cathedrals, monuments, and are all accessible with just a few hours of anyplace you might be based on the Continent.
Plus, with super-cheap budget airlines, you can get to them for less than 100 euros in some cases.
Let’s explore some of Europe’s most alluring islands…
