Everyone has probably heard about Sardinia, Sicily and Capri, but island Italy does not end there. There are many more small and beautiful islands there.
The dream of a vacation on a paradise island is easily fulfilled, since you don’t have to travel far to do it. After all, there are Italy, Greece, Spain, Croatia and many other European countries whose islands are worth a look at least briefly.
BORROMEAN ISLANDS
The Borromean Islands are a group of small islands located in Lake Maggiore. Of the three large islands and two small ones, only one is inhabited— Isola dei Pescatori. The rest contain palaces and gardens.
On the island Isola Bella The Borromeo Palace and park are located on the island. In 1632, King III of the Borromeo family decided to build a luxurious country residence on this island. During the 18th century, all the aristocrats of Europe flocked to this island, including Napoleon and Josephine. Today, the island hosts annual classical music festivals.
Castle
Garden
If you decide to visit the country residence of Charles III, you can stay in hotels located nearby.
Accommodation cost: from the 40$ towards Isola Rossa and from the 45$ near Isola Bella.
AEOLIAN ISLANDS
The Aeolian Islands consist of six small islands: Lipari, Salina, Vulcano, Stromboli and Strombolicchio, Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea, and Basiluzzo. They are located in the Tyrrhenian Sea near the island of Sicily. The islands are home to two active volcanoes (Stromboli and Vulcano). On Lipari and Vulcano, you can see a rather exotic sight: fumaroles. These are cracks and craters on the slopes and at the base of volcanoes, from which gases emitted from magma rise to the surface. Thermal springs and salt lakes are also found on almost all the islands.
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During the summer, a ferry from Naples departs three times a week to the islands. You can also charter a boat to any island on any day.
Accommodation cost: from 40$
EGADIAN ISLANDS
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The Aegadian Islands are located off the western coast of the mother island of Sicily. They are renowned for their crystal-clear waters, small bays, and caves. The largest island is Favignana.
One of the strange and slightly wild sights you can witness is tuna fishing, which is carried out using the ancient fishing technique of "La Mattanza".
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The islands can be reached by plane to Trapani (Sicily) and from there by speedboat.
Accommodation cost: from 80$
TUSCAN ARCHIPELAGO
The Tuscan archipelago consists of six islands: Elba (the largest in the group), Gorgona, Capraia, Pianosa, Montecristo, Giglio, and Gianutri. It also contains a National Park.
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| Elba Island The third largest island in Italy after Sicily and Sardinia, it is famous for its wines and picturesque bays. | Monte Cristo Island It was made famous by Alexandre Dumas, who used it in his novel The Count of Monte Cristo, so if you were a fan of his work, you should definitely check it out. |
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| Gianutri Island - the island of seagulls, famous for its nature and untouched landscapes and is a nature reserve. | Giglio Island famous for its immaculate and clean beaches, as well as ancient ruins. |
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| Gorgona Island | Pianosa Island |
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| Capraia Island |
Accommodation cost: from 45$.
PELAGIAN ISLANDS
The Pelagie Islands are the southernmost islands of Italy, located between Malta and Tunisia. Of the three volcanic islands—Lampedusa, Linosa, and Lampione—one (Lampione) is uninhabited. Due to their proximity to Malta, the islands boast a stunning underwater world. However, due to their close proximity to Tunisia, these islands have a somewhat unfavorable reputation due to their large number of illegal immigrants.
Lampedusa Island
Linosa Island
Cost of living: from 75$
Ischia
The island of Ischia is located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the west coast of Italy. The island is home to three volcanoes—Epomeo, Trabotti, and Monte Vezzi (Piedimonte). The island is also famous for its Aragonese Castle, a converted fortress, thermal springs (the Eden Gardens), therapeutic mud, and the botanical garden "Vila la Mortella," which hosts free classical music concerts on select evenings (admission is 12 euros).
Accommodation cost: from 45$.
*Flight prices to Italy range from 4851 TP4T to Rome, from 3201 TP4T to Milan, from 4191 TP4T to Naples, from 5801 TP4T to Sicily
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