Corsica Experience

Feel far away but without the long haul flight

Advantages: Beauty, a true holiday
Disadvantages: none

...the history makes them so. Corsica has been battled over by the French and the Italians, and so they have their own combination of influences which is totally unique. Having said that it is now a French island , but the Italian influence peeps out here and there. Back to the food, couldn't ask for better quality or value, absolutely superb. Hospitality - outstanding - genuine and warm Scenery - almost defies description - from white sands and blue ...
...has to be seen to be believed - the island rises very steeply from beach to mountain - although driving can be hair-rasing to say the least - more than a few hairpin bends on narrow roads and steep climbs followed by plummeting falls - adds to the adventure if you can keep your eyes open! What else can I say - there's a wide variety of water sports available, as well as horse riding, vineyard visits and wine tasting. What do I remember most - trying ...

millymolly01 18.12.2003 · Read full review
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Review of Corsica (France)

Hidden Beauty

Advantages: Its Beautiful
Disadvantages: Its French

...seven week working holiday In Corsica and I have to say I was amazed that I had never before heard of this beautiful island. It is overflowing with white sandy stretches alongside clear green blue sea. The white cliffs of Bonifacio are the perfect frame for the open sea and when you look down and see the people who have managed to reach the all but deserted beac below you know you have to go down there. I am a bit unsure about writing this as the ...

Sacha 04.09.2000 · Read full review
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Corsica in general

Advantages: Beautiful scenery, largely unspoilt, weather
Disadvantages: Lack of package deals

Corsica is a beautiful island of the Mediterranean coast of France. The island offers sandy beaches, rugged coasts, mountains, wild countryside, fascinating towns and villages. Package tours have hardly touched the place, but it is a favourite destination for the French, Italians and Germans and it's easy to see why. The climate is similar to southern France; if you want cooler times try spring or autumn. Main towns are Ajaccio (birthplace of Napoleon), ...
...climbing etc. Corsica does not have a great night life in the way that places like Ibiza do, but you won't need it after a day exploring and an evening eating. To get around, a hire car is essential. Unlike the rest of France, there is no airport car hire tax so rates are reasonable. Do not expect to cover great distances - the roads are good but very bendy. Corsica is not cheap, but it need not be expensive. Taxes are lower than in the rest of ...

sknight 23.07.2000 · Read full review
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