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Corsica/ Corse
Corsica is made up of two départements (counties): Haute-Corse and Corse du Sud
A Mountain at the heart of the Mediterranean, the island of beauty; Corsica is nothing like the image we have of a Mediterranean island. In fact, no other is as green, as contrasted, as mountainous as Corsica is. Whether you prefer to enjoy pristine waters of some secluded cove, the matchless diversity of the land, sightseeing tours, the gourmet tradition, an endless range of outdoor activities or sunbathing and having fun in a seaside resort, Corsica is all yours. Choose the accommodation that suits you best from charming hotels to private villas or a mountain retreat and make the most of your stay. Several direct flights from many UK airports make the dream only 2 hours away. |
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Beaches in Corsica
Crystal clear waters, vast beaches of powder sand, small isolated coves and wild cliffs populated with sea eagles: Corsica offers a range of marine landscapes that are unique to the Mediterranean. With over one thousand kilometres of coastline, the island is a succession of fabulous places to swim, fish, dive or simply walk.
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Water Sports in Corsica
A mountain amidst the Mediterranean”: the very nickname of the island of Corsica proves it; water is everywhere, from its dramatic shores, up to its mountain range, covered with snow in winter.
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Winter Sports in Corsica
Why not come and enjoy a snow weekend in Corsica? Discover the exhilaration of being out in the heart of nature. Families will enjoy cross country skiing on the Cuscione Plateau and alpine skiing and surf skiing at Ghisoni, Bastelica and Vergio, with superb snow-shoe walks on the peaks and the veritable sporting adventure of the Haute Route à Ski (a long ski route).
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Nature of Corsica
Corsica is nothing like the image we have of a Mediterranean island. In fact, no other Mediterranean island has Corsica's lushness. With its conservation areas and nature reserves which have been given national recognition or registered on UNESCO's World Heritage List, its international marine reserve, and regional Nature Reserve, stretches from one side to the other of its mountain range.
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Horse Riding in Corsica
If you like horse riding, you will enjoy Corsica. There are mountainous treks, valley and forest tracks and beach trips for all ranges of horse riders to use. The scenery is wonderful and quite diverse. The closeness of the mountains to the beaches at all times means you’re never to far away from a riding track that suits you.
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Food and Drink in Corsica
Gastronomy takes a significant part in Corsican living traditions and some gourmet specialities are a part of the island heritage such as vineyard cultivation or oyster farming, a legacy from the Roman times.
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Golf in Corsica
Corsica may not have many golf courses at its disposal but the Sperone golf course is rated as one of the best in France. The scenery is stunning and the island’s landscape insures that the courses will be challenging. You will have to avoid the many water obstacles and sand dunes if you hope to do well here.
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Cycling in Corsica
Accessible to all, country tracks will take you to the Alta-Rocca, close to the fabulous Bavella peaks. In the Bozio area your walk will take you to explore ancient Roman chapels decorated with frescos.
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Walking and Hiking in Corsica
Walking is the best way to explore the true Corsica. Wonder at the fortified granite houses and shepherds’ dry-stone shelters, bathe in the pure water pools that have formed in the rocks from waterfalls, and enjoy the magnificent landscapes in the forests where you may see one of the island’s semi-wild pigs, the bearded vulture or the moufflon.
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Family Activities in Corsica
Corsica is an island dedicated to sports. Having been French for only 200 years it is culturally different and has a unique, festive feel to it.
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Corsica History
Corsica's uniqueness stems from its heritage. Everywhere you go, you will see a chapel, bridge, tower, or something of interest to explore. From pre-history you can see the remains of watch-towers from the mysterious civilization known as the "civilisation toréenne" as well as hundreds of menhir statues, including the famous Filitosa statues with their enigmatic sculptured faces.
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Culture, History and Art in Corsica
Corsica’s lively culture is the product of centuries of maintained customs and richly expressed in music and crafts. The village fair, a showcase for the Corsican way of life with its winemaking tradition going back to antiquity and its gastronomy full of local flavours, is just one way of discovering and learning to love Corsica.
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Not to be missed in Corsica
Mountains in the sea, pierced with torrents, Corsica, an island of rare beauty, has the full spectrum of landscapes. Dry in the south, it makes up for it with long beaches of white sand, where lazing around can be enhanced by sightseeing tours.
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VFB Holidays Corsica, the fragrant isle Escorted Tour
7-night Classic Interlude escorted tour from £1138pp. Departures in May,June & September 2010
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Corsican Places - The Corsican Specialist
Discover the Island of Beauty with the Corsica Holiday Specialists.
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HOLIDAYS IN CORSICA - book direct and save!
Villas, houses, apartments & hotels in stunning locations. Flights and car hire also available.
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FRENCH TRAVEL SERVICE
The leading specialist in stay put & touring rail holidays to France by Eurostar & TGV.
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Hotels and B&B's in France with French Connections
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Drive Alive Holidays - self drive holidays in France
Drive Alive invites independent motorists to plan their driving holiday online. Take your car and use our holiday planner to book your hotels or self-catering accommodation. Choose and book your ferry crossing or Eurotunnel at low prices.
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