Spain

Majorca is the Balearic Islands' biggest and most diverse island. Alcúdia Bay in the north has beautiful calm beaches for families; the southwest has the stunning Serra de Tramuntana mountains; and Palma is one of the Mediterranean's finest city destinations.

Ibiza is globally famous for its nightlife scene — with legendary super clubs like Pacha and Amnesia — but there's another side to the island that's peaceful, hippy and utterly beautiful. The north is dotted with coves, yoga retreats and organic restaurants.

The quietest and most unspoilt of the Balearics, Menorca is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with pristine beaches, prehistoric monuments and a relaxed pace of life. It's perfect for families seeking something more authentic than the busier islands.

Marbella is Spain's glitzy playground — a glamorous resort on the Costa del Sol with a beautiful old town, superb restaurants and the famous Puerto Banús marina packed with superyachts. It attracts celebrities, footballers and those who appreciate the finer things.

Benidorm divides opinion but delivers exactly what it promises — two spectacular long beaches, guaranteed sunshine, brilliant value and non-stop entertainment. It's the UK's favourite Spanish resort for a reason and has excellent all-inclusive options.

The Costa del Sol stretches 150km along southern Spain's Mediterranean coast, taking in everything from cosmopolitan Málaga and glamorous Marbella to the family-friendly resorts of Torremolinos and Fuengirola. With 320 days of sunshine a year, it's impossible to have a bad time here.