Nice is the capital of the Cote d'Azur. With almost 350,000 inhabitants, Nice is also the fifth largest city in France. Its geographically and climatically favorable location makes Nice a very popular location for tourists.

Portoferraio is the capital of Elba in the Tuscany region of Italy. Napoleon Bonaparte's winter residence is without doubt the main attraction. The single-storey building with a garden can be visited for a fee.

Porto-Vecchio is characterized by its pleasant climate and its convenient location in the south of the island of Corsica. Trips to Bonifacio, Ajaccio or in the centre of the island are highly recommended. While the wild coasts show romantic with numerous unspoilt coves, the island's centre captivates with dense forests, crystal clear mountain lakes and a pleasant scent of wild thyme.

Cagliari, the largest city in Sardinia is home to the beautiful Cathedral of Caliagri which should be top on your to-visit list. The city offers beautiful sights for visiting such as its wooden carved crypts and towers, from atop of which you can enjoy a view of the entire gulf of Cagilari.

The capital of Tunisia is located in the north of the country on the Mediterranean. The picture-book town, with its white Art Nouveau facades and crooked streets, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The contrast between European and Oriental Old Town is fascinating. The turbulent life can be best observed with a glass of tea from the numerous cafes.

Valletta has about 6,500 inhabitants and is the smallest capital in the EU. Since 1980, the city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Thanks to the ring of bastions surrounding the city, Valletta is one of the best secured cities in the world. The Grand Master's Palace is surely one of the most magnificent sights of Malta. The St. John's Co-Cathedral, Fort St. Elmo, the Auberges as well as numerous museums, many of which deal with Malta's history are among the most noteworthy buildings.

Mgarr is a port city on the island of Gozo in Malta. It is the most important fishing village on the island. Yachts, pleasure boats and ferries of the Gozo Channel Company dock here. Visit the bays of Ix-Xatt l-Ahmar and Mgarr ix-Xini and enjoy the crystal clear water. Another highlight is the Mgarr ix-Xini watchtower.

Syracuse is the regional capital of Sicily and is located on the south coast of the island. Recognized in 2005 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, the city boasts many attractions and museums that bear witness to its ancient history.

Taormina is a town located on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. The town sits right next to the active volcano that is Mount Etna, there are trails leading to its summit. Taormina was destroyed by the Arabs in the ancient world and had to be re-built in the Middle Ages. The mild climate and numerous attractions such as the Teatro Antico built by the Romans and the beautiful sandy beaches, formed by cliffs dropping to the sea make Taormina a magnet for tourists. Do keep in mind that this resort town is not the cheapest on the island.