Coastal getaways from Croatia to Costa Rica
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If the warm weather a lot of the UK has been basking in this week has you dreaming of sandy shores and salty air we‘ve got you covered. This week we’ve picked some of our favourite coastal escapes which let you combine exploring historic sights and natural wonders or enjoying amazing wildlife encounters with time to relax and soak up the seaside charm.

The Guardian Holidays team

 

Golden Gozo

Malta’s little sister is a holiday in itself

Malta’s little sister is a holiday in itself
From the archives: The smaller, quieter – and often-overlooked – island has much to offer, from sandy coves to slow roasts and honey-coloured houses.

Malta uncovered

Malta uncovered
Enjoy the varied history of this unique island with time in Valletta, Mdina and Marsaxlokk and more, plus spend a day on beautiful Gozo.

 

‘If I could be teleported to any beach, this would be it’

Readers choose their favourite European beaches

Readers choose their favourite European beaches
Seaside idylls from Île de Ré to eastern Crete feature as our tipsters report that even popular destinations such as Menorca and Sicily have their quieter spots.

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Treasures of Sicily - save £100pp

Treasures of Sicily - save £100pp
Travel around the coast of Sicily visiting ancient sights in Siracusa, Agrigento and Selinunte and baroque gems such as Noto.

Costa Rica’s coastal secrets<br>- save £100pp

Costa Rica’s coastal secrets
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Enjoy unrivalled wildlife viewing including sloths, monkeys and more as you visit both the country’s Caribbean and Pacific coasts.

Croatia’s Istrian Riviera and Lake Bled - save up to 10%

Croatia’s Istrian Riviera and Lake Bled - save up to 10%
Stunning coastal and lakeside scenery, historic sights such as Pula’s Roman amphitheatre and natural wonders in Plitvice await.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka
This exploration of Sri Lanka’s fascinating culture, historic sights and wonderful wildlife ends with two days on an idyllic tropical beach.

 

Trip of the week

Kruger safari and south Mozambique beach - save up to 15%

Kruger safari and south Mozambique beach - save up to 15%

Combine going in search of the ‘big five’ on three open-air safaris and exploring South African culture and wildlife conservation with a few days of beach based bliss in Mozambique.

Book by 29 August 2024 to save 15% on this unforgettable tour. Prices shown include the discount.

 
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