The Mediterranean, a top-notch travel destination that includes Malta, Greece, Italy, Croatia, and Cyprus, is renowned for its stunning coastlines and crystal-clear waters. It's an area that effortlessly attracts sun-seeking Brits throughout the summer, but the charm of these idyllic locations often comes with a hefty price tag. With numerous beautiful spots to explore right here in the UK, there's no need to splurge on costly flights and hotel stays abroad to experience the Mediterranean bliss.
One enthusiast of "hidden gems", Charlotte Stacey, known online as @lotteboo, argues that Dartmouth in Devon could easily be mistaken for a sun-drenched retreat in the Med. Sharing her discovery on Instagram, Charlotte depicted the scenic seaside town as the "closest thing to a Mamma Mia summer", reports the Express . Charlotte encouraged: "Head to Dartmouth, one of the most beautiful seaside locations in the UK.
" To ensure holidaymakers get the full experience, she suggested six top activities to check off when visiting this delightful coastal spot during the warmer months. Naturally, Charlotte's first piece of advice was not to miss Blackpool Sands beach. Located between Kingswear and Slapton, the long stretch of sandy beach is tranquil and picturesque - perfect for swimming.
The beach is a privately owned crescent of coarse golden sand nestled in a sheltered bay amongst evergreens and pines in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Travel expert Charlotte has hailed a British coast.