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High Life: it’s the Med – but not as you know it...

Plus, a Greek island just for you and a surprising alternative to the beach holiday.

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Kanoni Beach in Kassiopi, located on the northeast coast of Corfu, Greece, linking to BA High Life site.

-, could this be your best summer yet?

Here's what most travellers miss: the Mediterranean's best summer spots aren't always the most famous ones. Beyond the postcard cities are often overlooked destinations still serving exceptional food, culture and value. Ready to discover where? Are these the Med's most underrated summer city breaks?

Or perhaps you're dreaming of a Greek island, but overwhelmed by choice? Skip the research rabbit hole. We've done the work – narrowing down the hidden gems so you find exactly what you're looking for. Quiz: which Greek island is your perfect match?

And here's a plot twist: this summer, many travellers are ditching beaches altogether. The real story? Mountain destinations that offer cooler air, jaw-dropping views and a calm you won't find on the coast. Could a hillside holiday work for you? Summer in the mountains: the surprising alternative to beaches.

P.S. Want to win tickets to Taste of London next month? Enter our prize draw to be in with a chance.

Get summer ready

Loungers by the swimming pool at Colony Club resort in Barbados, linking to BA High Life site.

Revealed: hotels with unbelievable swim-up bars

Forget queuing at the bar – these Mediterranean properties let you sip cocktails without leaving the pool.

Dive in

Love interior design?

WOW!house at London's Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, is the ultimate showhouse, with more than 20 rooms created by A-list designers.

Step inside

A panoramic view of Monastiraki Square in the historic centre of Athens, Greece, linking to BA High Life site.

City breaks where your money goes further

Great food, gorgeous streets, lower prices. These underrated cities deliver everything you want from a summer break – for less.

Start exploring

A tall ship outside the Riverside Museum in Glasgow, linking to BA High Life site.

Can you identify the UK city?

Move over London. This dynamic destination is a tech powerhouse. Find out why it’s worth a visit.

Take a guess

A traditional mountain hut set within the Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites, Italy, linking to BA High Life site.

Bored of the beach?

Trade sun-lounger heat for cool breezes and extraordinary views. These mountain spots offer an alternative summer holiday hit.

Discover the peaks

A sunny day at Faliraki Beach in Corfu Town, Greece, linking to BA High Life site.

Quiz: which Greek island is right for you?

Every island has its own personality – just like you. This quick quiz matches your travel style to your perfect holiday match.

Find your spot

People sitting on the grass along the water’s edge in Madrid’s Retiro Park, linking to BA High Life site.

Summer's most surprising Mediterranean breaks

Think you’ve ticked off Europe’s summer cities? These crowd-dodging hotspots prove there’s more to the Med than the usual suspects.

Reveal the gems

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